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I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
Setup a cluster and find the bottleneck of performance.
(1 Question)
- Q1. Ways to deal with latency in Cassandra
- Ans.
Ways to optimize latency in Cassandra
Use appropriate data modeling to reduce the number of queries needed
Optimize queries by using appropriate indexes and clustering keys
Tune the Cassandra configuration settings for better performance
Use caching mechanisms like Memcached or Redis to reduce latency
Consider using partitioning strategies to distribute data evenly across nodes
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I appeared for an interview before Jul 2024, where I was asked the following questions.
- Q1. Tell me about yourself
- Q2. Technical stuff
Archana Thange
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I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Sep 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.
1 hr test on testing basics
(2 Questions)
- Q1. What is test bed
- Ans.
A test bed is a platform or environment where testing is conducted to evaluate the performance of software or hardware.
Test bed is used to simulate real-world conditions for testing purposes.
It allows testers to identify and fix issues before the product is released to the market.
Examples of test beds include virtual machines, physical devices, and cloud-based testing environments.
- Q2. What is test case
- Ans.
A test case is a set of conditions or variables under which a tester will determine whether a system under test satisfies requirements or works correctly.
Test cases are designed to validate the functionality of a system or software.
They include steps to be executed, expected results, and actual results for comparison.
Test cases can be automated or manual, depending on the testing process.
Examples: Login functionality, ...
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- Q1. Package discussion
- Ans.
Discussing package management involves understanding dependencies, versioning, and distribution methods in software development.
Package management systems like npm (Node.js) and pip (Python) help manage libraries and dependencies.
Versioning is crucial; semantic versioning (e.g., 1.0.0) helps in understanding compatibility.
Dependency resolution ensures that all required packages are installed without conflicts.
Examples ...
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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Oct 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.
The aptitude test will comprise on different topics like logical reasoning, technical questions based on the technology that company supports. Mostly it will be choose the correct answer type. If you passed this round only, you will be selected to next round. Check with supervisor , whether there is negative marking for wrong answer before starting of exam. Some of these rules change from company to company
(3 Questions)
- Q1. In technical round, few basic questions will be asked like basic architecture of the tool. Then they will ask about how proficient are you in that tool. Be honest while answering this question. Because bas...
- Q2. For fresher, You need to explain well about the project
- Q3. For experienced, You need to have full knowledge of client for which you developed your product. What is your part in that development should be clear
(1 Question)
- Q1. If they are satisfied in your performance, you will be called here. Be sincere while answering. Mostly your personality is tested here and salary negotiation will be done here. Be clear on how much fixed p...
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Sunita Bhardwaj
I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Your introduction
- Q2. Your role and responsibilities
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Sagitec Solutions
Nikhil Ludhekar
posted on 24 Jan 2024
What is performance testing?
(1 Question)
- Q1. About load runner
shalini ravi
I appeared for an interview before May 2021.
System engineer
Basic c programming
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Interviewer makes interview smooth and friendly meeting
- Q2. Write a program reverse number and palindrome in c and basic c programming
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I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.
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1 Question
- Q1. Python file handling, input,output, in a file, Sql joins, list sort in python, basics of GIS, Web service how to test
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American Megatrends
R. Arockia Ratheesh Sahayaraj
posted on 6 Nov 2015
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Experience: Only 24 people from my campus attended the placement process of this company.The experience wasn't really good.I wasn't
short-listed for next round as my CGPA was 7.5 and need was of above 7.5 ,as they were maintaining standards.
Round: Test
Experience: 1.C aps was really tough.
2.Section 2 we had to choose either Microprocessor or Java,I preferred microprocessor . 3.Simple Questions on 8085 and 8086 instruction set was asked.
4.How much memory are there are 20 address lines,
5.Difference between SRAM and DRAM.
6.ROM is used for stack or not.
7.What are contents of Stack Pointer after PUSH and POP operation.
8.What happens after RET instruction?
9.What is CMC equivalent instruction?
Round: Test
Experience: 16 questions on Quant which are :-
Odd number in a series, Area and Volume, Games of Skill, Time and Work, Average, Trains, Boats
and Streams, Profit and Gain were asked.
If no. of handshakes is 66,find total number of People.?
A lotus in a pond doubles in size everyday,if it fills the pond on 20th day,when will be the pond would be half?
LOGICAL REASONING-
4 men are on the side of a bridge.One torch light is with them and without it they cannot cross
the bridge.The bridge can withstand only 2 people at a time.The time required by the persons are 1
min,2 mins,7 mins,10 mins respectively.Find the shortest time required by all of em to cross the
bridge.
(Answer: 17 minutes)
Round: SOFT SKILLS
Experience: scenario based questions were asked:-
1.working on a project in your company and your brother is in urgent need of a project.What will you do?
2.Your friend mails the project details to some other company.what will be you reaction?
3.Your boss allows to take your team members for a treat.Whether you choose costly one or within budget?
4.Your favorite subject in your curriculum and Why?
5.Where you would view yourself in 5 years?
6.What is a dream company in your terms?
7.Any situation were your work was criticized and what was your reaction?
Skills:
College Name: Anna University Chennai
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