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Updated 9 Jul 2025
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A Network Engineer was asked 6mo ago
Q. What is DHCP?
Ans. 

DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, used to automatically assign IP addresses to devices on a network.

  • Automatically assigns IP addresses to devices on a network

  • Helps in managing and organizing IP addresses efficiently

  • Reduces the need for manual configuration

  • Prevents IP address conflicts

  • Example: When a device connects to a network, DHCP assigns it an IP address from a pool of available addresses

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An Apprentice was asked 6mo ago
Q. Are you honest in your resume?
Ans. 

Honesty in resumes builds trust; showcase skills and eagerness to learn during technical interviews.

  • Be truthful about your skills; exaggeration can lead to issues later.

  • Highlight relevant projects; for example, discuss a coding project you completed.

  • Express enthusiasm; share what excites you about the role or company.

  • Demonstrate willingness to learn; mention online courses or certifications you've pursued.

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An Apprentice was asked 6mo ago
Q. What is your understanding of technologies?
Ans. 

Understanding technology is crucial for innovation, efficiency, and problem-solving in various fields.

  • Technology enhances communication; for example, social media platforms connect people globally.

  • Automation improves efficiency; consider how robots in manufacturing speed up production.

  • Data analytics drives decision-making; businesses use tools like Google Analytics to understand customer behavior.

  • Artificial Intell...

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An Apprenticeship Trainee was asked 7mo ago
Q. How do you approach a problem?
Ans. 

I approach problems systematically, breaking them down into manageable parts and analyzing each component for effective solutions.

  • Identify the problem clearly: For example, if a project is behind schedule, determine the specific reasons for the delay.

  • Gather relevant information: Research similar cases or consult with team members to understand different perspectives.

  • Break the problem into smaller parts: If facing ...

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An Associate Engineer was asked 7mo ago
Q. What is AI, and what are its applications?
Ans. 

AI stands for Artificial Intelligence, it is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines.

  • AI is used in various applications such as virtual assistants (e.g. Siri, Alexa), recommendation systems (e.g. Netflix, Amazon), autonomous vehicles, and facial recognition technology.

  • AI can be applied in healthcare for tasks like disease diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, and drug discovery.

  • AI is also use...

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A Cloud Engineer 1 was asked 7mo ago
Q. Design a system for a smart home, with network layer process defined.
Ans. 

Design a smart home system with defined network layer process

  • Implement a central hub to control all smart devices in the home

  • Utilize a secure network protocol like Zigbee or Z-Wave for communication between devices

  • Segment the network to separate IoT devices from personal devices for security

  • Use firewalls and encryption to protect data transmitted between devices

  • Implement network monitoring tools to detect and prev...

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Cisco HR Interview Questions

55 questions and answers

Q. Tell me about your previous experience.
Q. What are your goals?
Q. Why do you want to work in the networking industry?
A Cloud Engineer 1 was asked 7mo ago
Q. Given two singly linked lists that intersect at some point forming a Y shape, find the intersection point.
Ans. 

The point where a Y shaped linked list disects is the node where the two branches merge into a single path.

  • Traverse both branches of the Y shaped linked list and store the nodes in two separate lists.

  • Compare the two lists to find the common node where they merge.

  • The common node is the point where the Y shaped linked list disects.

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A Technical Consultant was asked 7mo ago
Q. Describe a situation where...
Ans. 

A Technical Consultant must analyze client needs and provide tailored solutions effectively.

  • Understand client requirements through detailed discussions.

  • Analyze existing systems and identify areas for improvement.

  • Propose technology solutions that align with business goals.

  • Provide training and support to ensure smooth implementation.

  • Example: Implementing a CRM system to enhance customer interactions.

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A Software Developer was asked 7mo ago
Q. Implement LRU cache
Ans. 

LRU cache is a data structure that stores the most recently used items, discarding the least recently used items when full.

  • Use a doubly linked list to keep track of the order of items based on their usage.

  • Use a hashmap to quickly access items in the cache.

  • When a new item is accessed, move it to the front of the linked list and update the hashmap.

  • When the cache is full, remove the least recently used item from the ...

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A Software Engineer was asked 8mo ago
Q. Implement Merge Sort in C++.
Ans. 

Merge Sort is a divide-and-conquer algorithm that sorts an array by recursively splitting and merging sorted subarrays.

  • 1. Divide the array into two halves until each subarray contains a single element.

  • 2. Merge the subarrays back together in sorted order.

  • 3. The merging process involves comparing the smallest elements of each subarray.

  • 4. Example: For array [38, 27, 43, 3, 9, 82, 10], it splits to [38, 27, 43] and [3...

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Cisco Interview Experiences

387 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Apr 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Inheritance in Java allows a class (subclass) to inherit properties and methods from another class (superclass). This promotes code reusability and establishes a hierarchical relationship between classes. ...
  • Ans. 

    Inheritance in Java enables code reusability and establishes class hierarchies.

    • Single Inheritance: Class Dog inherits from class Animal.

    • Multilevel Inheritance: Class Puppy inherits from Dog, which inherits from Animal.

    • Hierarchical Inheritance: Classes Dog and Cat both inherit from Animal.

    • Multiple Inheritance (through interfaces): Class implements interfaces Runnable and Comparable.

    • Hybrid Inheritance: A class inherits f...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Structured Data: Organization: Follows a predefined schema, often stored in relational databases with rows and columns. Examples: Employee tables in databases, banking transaction data, website-related dat...
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Fifty multiple-choice questions on C programming, some networking topics, and role-related inquiries.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. After clearing the first round, there are two additional rounds on the same day: Technical Round (TR) and Managerial Round (MR). The TR begins at 8:30 AM and lasts approximately 50 to 55 minutes. During th...
  • Ans. 

    Interview experience was easy, but failure in TR raises questions about performance and preparation.

    • Review your internship and projects thoroughly; be prepared to discuss specific challenges and solutions.

    • Practice common technical questions, especially in backend and frontend integration.

    • Brush up on computer networks; ensure you understand key concepts and can explain them clearly.

    • SQL queries should be practiced; know ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Resume : All things . Networking : Gateway , Lookup address , IP and types , Firewalls and types , Routers SQL : Update , Insert , alter , count ......joins , left vs right , normalization
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Topics - mcq of algorithms, networking, dbms

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Based on resume
  • Ans. 

    I have a diverse background in project management and technical skills, enhancing my ability to contribute effectively as an apprentice.

    • Managed a team project in college, leading to a successful presentation that received top marks.

    • Completed an internship where I developed a web application, improving my coding skills and understanding of user experience.

    • Participated in workshops on communication and teamwork, which he...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Questions on linked list, tree,
Round 3 - Behavioral 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About how you approach a problem
  • Ans. 

    I approach problems systematically, breaking them down into manageable parts and analyzing each component for effective solutions.

    • Identify the problem clearly: For example, if a project is behind schedule, determine the specific reasons for the delay.

    • Gather relevant information: Research similar cases or consult with team members to understand different perspectives.

    • Break the problem into smaller parts: If facing a com...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Managerial questions on situations
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic hr questions
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It is a very Easy Aptitude test, with only general questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical general questions were asked
  • Q2. Basic questions about the position you've applied for
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical interview - Regarding the position you've applied for.
  • Q2. Managerial interview - Normal conversation easy to crack
  • Q3. Hr Interview - General questions about relocation, salary and queries you have if any.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical discussion
  • Q2. One-to-one round , technical discussion
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. HR Round, salary

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 21 Feb 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Aug 2024.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Online assessments consisting of Linked list , stacks , string manipulations with medium difficulty for string manipulation and easy traversal for linked lists.

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Write code for rate limiter in python or any language? If don't know rate limiter , then they will explain the logic but needs to be alligned with rate limiting logic.
  • Ans. 

    Rate limiter code implementation in Python

    • Use a dictionary to store the timestamps of each request

    • Check the dictionary to see if the request should be allowed based on the rate limit

    • Update the dictionary with the current timestamp for each request

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  • Q2. Check the logic of your code , if you find any limitations.
  • Ans. 

    Check code logic for limitations

    • Review code for potential edge cases

    • Test code with different inputs to identify any issues

    • Consider scalability and performance implications of code

    • Ensure error handling is robust and comprehensive

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Managerial and Technical Round 3 with same set of questions as above.
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Kubernetes pods , deployments , replicas , deamon sets , aws services and experience in mitigating issues in devops.
  • Q2. Explain full pipeline which you worked from Code Integration to deployment and security check. What all python library used , have you used flask and other libraries for request and response.
  • Ans. 

    I have experience working on full pipeline from code integration to deployment with security checks. Used Flask and other Python libraries for request and response handling.

    • Used Git for version control and continuous integration tools like Jenkins for automated builds

    • Utilized Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration

    • Implemented security checks using tools like SonarQube and OWASP ZAP

    • Used Flask for bu...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Get ready for python in Flask , request response concepts to write full code.

Associate Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Radheshyam Dhote

posted on 2 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Write a code for Fibonacci series?

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is aws and explain how you deployed your project.
  • Ans. 

    AWS is a cloud computing platform that offers a wide range of services for storage, computing, networking, databases, and more.

    • AWS stands for Amazon Web Services

    • I deployed my project on AWS using services like EC2 for virtual servers, S3 for storage, and RDS for databases

    • I used AWS Elastic Beanstalk for easy deployment and scaling of my application

    • I configured security groups and IAM roles to ensure secure access to my...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is AI, explain its application
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Development topics: LWC related questions, trigger, batch apex, governor limits, future method
  • Q2. Admin Topics: Flow, price rules, product rules, some scenario based questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. LWC, Aura, Test Class, Best Practice - trigger, Decorators, Error Handling
  • Q2. Rest API, Deployments, Some scenario based questions
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Managerial Round: Intro & Scenario based questions

Apprentice Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 13 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Instagram and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. It's all from your Resume only Basic coding questions
  • Q2. Be Honest in resume Many technical questions It's about 30 to 40 mins Be confident Show you are enthusiastic and willingness to learn
  • Ans. 

    Honesty in resumes builds trust; showcase skills and eagerness to learn during technical interviews.

    • Be truthful about your skills; exaggeration can lead to issues later.

    • Highlight relevant projects; for example, discuss a coding project you completed.

    • Express enthusiasm; share what excites you about the role or company.

    • Demonstrate willingness to learn; mention online courses or certifications you've pursued.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Behavioral 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Its all about your understanding of technologies Your opinions with clarity
  • Ans. 

    Understanding technology is crucial for innovation, efficiency, and problem-solving in various fields.

    • Technology enhances communication; for example, social media platforms connect people globally.

    • Automation improves efficiency; consider how robots in manufacturing speed up production.

    • Data analytics drives decision-making; businesses use tools like Google Analytics to understand customer behavior.

    • Artificial Intelligenc...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Be active and give full pledged answers with crystal clear explanation Otherwise they will not move forward
  • Q3. Being confident is only the thing
Round 3 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in project management and team leadership.

    • Experienced in project management and team leadership

    • Detail-oriented and highly motivated

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. The HR explain the role package and everything
  • Q3. This is also elimination round.Being active is enough
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Aug 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Code-with-cisco having coding questions and mcq

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Different scheduling algorithms in OS?
  • Ans. 

    Different scheduling algorithms in OS determine how tasks are prioritized and executed.

    • First-Come, First-Served (FCFS)

    • Shortest Job Next (SJN)

    • Round Robin (RR)

    • Priority Scheduling

    • Multi-Level Queue Scheduling

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Resume go-through: projects and intern
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Networking: Transfer packet from one device to another
  • Q2. Contact dictionary- data structure used and time complexity
  • Ans. 

    Contact dictionary can be implemented using hash table for fast lookups with O(1) time complexity.

    • Use a hash table to store contacts with keys as names and values as contact information.

    • Example: { 'John Doe': '555-1234', 'Jane Smith': '555-5678' }

    • Time complexity for searching, inserting, and deleting contacts is O(1) with a hash table.

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic networking
  • Q2. Why cisco, what is cisco?
  • Ans. 

    Cisco is a multinational technology conglomerate known for networking hardware, software, and services.

    • Cisco is a leading provider of networking equipment and solutions.

    • They offer a wide range of products including routers, switches, and security devices.

    • Cisco also provides software solutions for network management and security.

    • The company offers services such as consulting, technical support, and training.

    • Cisco is kno...

  • Answered by AI

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Cisco interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cisco interview process are Technical, Coding Test and One-on-one Round.
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Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Cisco. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cisco expect are Cisco, Python, Computer Networking, Debugging and Linux Administration.
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Easy 15%
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Hard 8%

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