Last week marked my second week of job hunting and I just completed my first interview.
It was a mix of wins and wake-up calls:
✅ The interviewer was impressed with my AI/ML skills and I answered questions on frontend and backend.
⚠️ But I stumbled on some fundamentals—things like cross-platform concepts, hosting differences, types of dependency injection, and the reasoning behind microservices and SOLID principles.
The best part? Constructive feedback.
“When you go for an interview, you must be able to represent your project precisely and clearly.”
I’m taking that seriously. Here’s my plan:
Revisit the basics: write one-paragraph explanations and real examples for each topic.
Sharpen project storytelling: 90-second pitch using context → role → challenges → impact.
Prepare for the practical round scheduled later this week.
First interviews aren’t just about getting the job—they’re real-world practice sessions and a chance to grow.
Feeling grateful for the feedback and excited to improve before the next round. 🚀
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