Technical interview formats have shifted considerably in the last two years. Whiteboarding has largely given way to take-home assessments and pair-programming sessions — but that doesn't make them easier. It means you need to demonstrate clean code, documentation habits, and the ability to explain your thinking under time pressure.
Here's what our most successful candidates do differently:
**They practice out loud.** Explaining your reasoning while you code is a skill that requires practice. Even if you know the answer, being able to articulate your approach is often the difference between offer and rejection.
**They research the actual tech stack.** Most job descriptions list technologies. Go deeper — look at the company's GitHub (if public), their tech blog, and their job ads over time. Understanding what problems they're solving matters more than generic algorithm drills.
**They prepare for the culture round.** Behavioural interviews increasingly count for as much as technical rounds. Prepare specific examples using the STAR method for questions around handling conflict, receiving critical feedback, and managing competing priorities.