Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

I got asked of those questions every time I got interviewed. Maybe it's just a FAANG thing that interviewers ignore the CV?


They read the CV but placing too much weight on it makes it difficult to compare candidates objectively.


The CV is a starting point for conversations. On topics other than whether the person happened to memorize whatever Leetcode question was rolled on the dice. And it can more closely approximate actual work.

Regarding cheating, and the widespread organized sharing of "which questions did this company ask, and what are the answers", the conversation isn't so vulnerable to that.




Consider applying for YC's Fall 2026 batch! Applications are open till July 27.

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: