How To Land An Interview As A Software Engineer (tips and techniques)

Here are some tips and techniques on how to apply for jobs and how to land interviews as a software developer.
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[@clem]

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[@tarunm]

im so early to the video this time

[@heltonzamora8910]

Hello friend !

[@pallabmandal243]

Hi Clement! Those were some very goods tips, thanks for those. I have a question regarding one of them, when you said to email them along with applying online, and maybe message them on Linkedin. So whom exactly should i email to, and what am I supposed to mention?

[@chris9352]

I know somebody who a few years ago got sick and tired of being ghosted after applying to so many companies online and out of desperation/frustration he ended up hacking the one company he absolutely wanted to work for and included the exploit in his resume as the one and ONLY professional experience and got hired the next week without going through technical interview. Funny thing is, he even documented the entire process of that hack and included the video/screen recording link in his resume 😂

[@clem]

Talk about taking matters into your own hands!

[@baba-if5su]

instead of hacking to get the job offer, he should have invested his time and energy in starting a startup in the security domain.

[@chris9352]

@@baba-if5su can't start a startup when you're about to get evicted and your girlfriend is 7 months pregnant

[@cplusplussizeddick1430]

@@chris9352 bruh, tell this man to make a video of it, Titled "Sick and tired of applying to Jobs so I hacked my company to show work experience" or so...

[@davidnichol4735]

@@baba-if5su or go black hat and demand x amount of money before you post the exploit live in 72 hours lol

[@CompSciCentral]

You WILL land your dream job! And Clement is the guy to help you get there! Wishing you all success!

[@user-mr-m12312]

nah I'm a looser..

[@dharmeshpratapsingh3676]

@@user-mr-m12312 i am with you

[@Jdb63]

@@user-mr-m12312 Whether you believe you're a winner or a loser, in both scenarios you're correct

[@tomymelon6293]

Clement. That was awesome. So direct and well explained ♥️♥️♥️

[@martingallegos917]

- Could you please describe yourself in 5 words? - 1:18

[@clem]

😂😂😂

[@e.b.6089]

Who else here gets goose pumps when you open KZbin and you see Clement has uploaded a video 🙂 .

[@aaronsam9506]

Very helpful. Thank you so much.

[@danishquadri1087]

yoo i am so happy this is my first time first view yo clement i got a ton of questions..

[@aUCLZlstrBh5upnFr7OmhNHag]

Thanks Clement, I'm trying to land an internship this summer, love algoexpert :)

[@vikaspal2799]

You know the video is great when you hear " WHAT'S UP EVERYBODY, HOWS IT GOING? ". great video though

[@blackraven6049]

Hey Clement, loving the content on the channel! Can you please make a video or series of you applying to a job or jobs using these methods or a general video however with an alias and not putting UPenn on the application. Surely an ivy league education in mathematics is a great way to get interviews or foot in the door, but for us regular folks, that is not realistic. The reason I'm suggesting an alias is because even if you don't put UPenn on there, your online presence in the software domain still does not make you an average applicant I'd say since your experience at Google and starting your company are well documented. If it is legal to apply if you have no intentions of joining, please do or else just the application process would suffice. I think it'll give viewers a fresh perspective and will relate to those of us who feel a little lost in the process. By the when I'm asking to apply I dont mean companies like FAANG as you've covered it well in the past. I never ask people to like my comments but if you would like to see something like this please like the comment so the probability of him seeing it is higher.

[@datapool4426]

Clement, awesome video as always. How long does it take to get a certificate at Algo Expert? Obviously it depends on skill level but just a rough idea?

[@abhishekjadhav8319]

Hey Clement I love your videos and course. Love from India and I have a suggestion for the course's new feature - you can just ask your previous AlgoExpert course candidates for referrals :)

[@sabbirahmed4684]

Super energetic video this time.

[@jonathanpadilla3888]

Just finished my daily algoexpert problem, aiming to do one a day and get everything finished so I can get that recruiting profile feature haha. Thanks for the platform Clement

[@clem]

Awesome!

[@achepta]

Have you finished all?

[@jonathanpadilla3888]

No but I got an internship offer at Amazon so yes I'd still recommend AlgoExpert. I sent Clement a connection invite on LinkedIn to share my story hopefully but hopefully when I get bigger and more known he'll notice me lol

[@jonathanpadilla3888]

All in all I spent around 700 in interview prep and networking events. Internship will pay 8k a month tho so still worth it even if you get it a year after you spend the money

[@JacobAuthier]

Updates on your life?

[@fabiosuarez144]

Hey Clément! I’ll be graduating this December and am trying to get a job lol. A couple of questions I have: when should I start applying (I’m about halfway done with AlgoExpert, trying to finish within the next two weeks)? And should I apply for a job or an internship (I’ve had a few internships in the past and have some more projects but maybe landing an internship is easier?)? Thank you so much for everything, your info helps a lot!

[@josephwong2832]

Love the new experimental feature!! but won't that turn into a programming competition over time?

[@dhruvsuthar2307]

Yes, now I know what to do and what not do

[@nsami7035]

Clement, can you talk about how the location selection of big tech companies work? Do the candidates solely choose the location of work? If their choice of location does not need another software engineer is the interview/hire decision cancelled?

[@jatinalcatraz]

I can't thankyou enough Clement, I have purchased both the systems expert and algo expert products and currently undergoing your training! It's just that the very hard questions section is really tough for me, Can't even begin to think how to approach those problems, but still everyday I get up and learn. It's really a big help having all the study material on one single platform in an organized fashion. I wish to land in Google someday, and I would totally be obliged to you for that day. - A thankful customer

[@HabibiGa1z]

Good luck champ. Do you have a degree or selftaught?

[@jatinalcatraz]

@@HabibiGa1z Thanks for your wishes, I have a Computer Science Degree, but again self taught as well.

[@JacobAuthier]

How did it go?

[@Pablo.Rodriguez]

Hi Clement, love the video, would love to hear about visa sponsorships for us foreigners. Great channel :)

[@Rocky-me7qh]

Thank you for the video

[@narendrachowdary6894]

I appreciate your concern 😊

[@rossfraney2694]

Thanks Clément. Is the linking mentioned planned for the US only?

[@grantfaith]

Smashed the like!

[@petigubi]

OFF: Hi Clément! Maybe you could make a video about what softwares Google workers use for communication or for anything that worth mentioning. Do they use Google Calendar for example? Thanks!

[@crystal14w]

*logs into my existing Algo expert account* 😏 I will do these practice questions later after finishing my CRUD app. Thanks for new options 👏

[@hayderjabur6258]

hey Crystal, do you think Algo Expert platform useful, how do you use it ? I lost my interest after going through first two questions ?

[@crystal14w]

@Hayder Jabur thanks for reaching out. I really enjoyed moving from hard to easy questions. I did it before starting my job to try avoid imposter syndrome. Waking up at 6am and learning is how I tried to gain some confidence before working. Hopefully that helps, good luck 👍

[@jessepriest2883]

Question, so when including projects on my resume would a website I was hired to build or something like your visualizer projects be better? The first is work experience, but the second is more complex. I mean, I guess including both would be best, but I'd like your perspective

[@kingajable]

I think you need to reduce price in algoexpert

[@FahadAli-ot5kn]

Just awasome...

[@anonymusk9397]

I have a question about Algoexpert. Clement if I buy algoexpert and use it thoroughly if I read each and every pointin algoexpert for 6 months can I land a job at faang companies as a junior software engineer. Please response

[@rooneymara8061]

Is going to the recruiters home, knocking on the door and asking him if I could have the job, a good idea?

[@calender3721]

I’ve confirmed this works. I am now CEO of amazon

[@squishysdaddy]

Hi Clem! I'm in my second year at ASU getting my bachelors in software engineering. I want to work in the aerospace industry, specifically SpaceX, JPL, or NASA. Everyone talks about getting a FANG job, but I rarely see anything about aerospace. Do you, or anyone else reading this comment, have any advice specific to aerospace, or do you think all the same advice applies? I hope you read this and I'll totally fanboy out if you respond!

[@migotech4526]

Digging the video Clement. I worked at FB as an engineer as well and would love to do a collab sometime!

[@NirmalSilwal]

@Clément Mihailescu As algoexpert platform has video explanation in python, how beneficial will it be as I will be coding in Java for DSA. Is the any service if there is some doubt in understanding Java code or how does it go along? Can you put some insight in perspective of Java. Also what is the ideal time of completion of both algoexpert and systemexpert for average programmer and absolute beginner in system design

[@smaranh]

Can you make a video on how you mentored your interns? Or tips on how to mentor well and leadership skills.

[@ChocolateMilkCultLeader]

Hey Clem. I'll be taking part in your competition. There was a question that I had wrt to the rule about submissions. My situation is a bit unique and I wanted to know if it was OK to email you.

[@jamesh4129]

He’s doing an impression of the cable guy throughout this video

[@Sagnik_3128]

Wow! explained very well. Love from India ❤️ please receive my love ❤️.....

[@jakariasami]

clement please🙏🙏 make a detailed video on GPT-3 (AI that can code). will it take programming jobs?💔💔💔💔💔

[@beffjezos3911]

Nai bhai

[@edisonsmith233]

No not really

[@Souravkumar-zq9ip]

Far from it , infact jobs demands would increase because of it.

[@hayderjabur6258]

Hello Clement, I have question about AlgoExpert so what it is the value your provide one who interested to sign up, other than 100 questions with solutions ?

[@yehbruh667]

Awesome

[@weirdduck4578]

3:45 I guess pheobe broke her smoke detector again.

[@paulv9165]

first!!

[@nawarajluitel9171]

haha .. are you sure

[@carolinbuchting8235]

1. apply online 2. use algo experts new beta feature 3. contact recruiters directly 4. don’t waste your time on referrals 5. networking The true question is why are you filming at 4:50am?😅

[@1122slickliverpool]

Dawg really doesn’t sleep. Lol 😂

[@xaedowulf]

Thanks for the summary!

[@twinshotzero7619]

For Eu folks does the same applies as well ? (Things can be different from the us often)

[@processorbot8761]

Clément!!!!!

[@jlecampana]

Is it a good sign that I'm starting to get Invitations to Interview (FAANG) without me doing anything? I know there are millions of people out there who are better than me, so just wanted to know What does it mean?

[@benbrooker6336]

Anyone have any advice for a university student (Economics - can't switch to CompSci) wanting an internship as a back-end software engineer? Have 2 years left at uni and i've been teaching myself code in my spare time. I can currently work with Java, Python, R, SQL and do not have any relevent work experience. Should I freelance, learn more languages, join hackathons etc.. ? Cheers!

[@Mauglus]

Clement, can I work for you? I am currently studying computer science in combination with economics (in Germany). I also work full time as a software engineer. Does that sound interesting for you?

[@Simon-lk6ky]

Will this be any different than hired.com and triplebyte?

[@AhmedHany-uc6nu]

Man ... i just finish my first year at college .. and i want to take a internship .. what should i do or what should i know ... i want to know information because i felling lost

[@FaizulhaqueZeya]

thanks

[@emilyjones5208]

How about for internship interviews? Is applying online sufficient?

[@SalmanMKC]

my tips are more for intern resumes

[@lecturesoniesgatepreparati8554]

Good bro

[@boliviabba3520]

Hey clement, Can you make tips for interns?

[@geekyaman3842]

GIVE ME A HEART

[@beffjezos3911]

🍆

[@ayushparikh9209]

Can you please tell me what should I select in that question are you legally eligible to work in USA , yes or not ?

[@Aripoma]

Only you would know

[@ayushparikh9209]

@@Aripoma I mean does indians are already legally eligible for working in USA at FAANG companies or not ! I'm asking it cz due to Trump's new policy their !

[@blitzace9728]

Will the beta feature help land internships?

[@hackweiser4127]

I love the 'comments' feature of KZbin very much you can give feedback to the creator, ask questions but you're writing "whtsuperrybodyhowsitgoing" 😅😂🤣 m not doing any good btw lol

[@shivaa3ps177]

I felt bad when KZbin didn't allow me to like it multiple times.

[@Paaaaaaaaaaal]

I told you in last video comments too "stay away from techlead".

[@princesompura5658]

did you made any webpage or site during school life or before got admitted into college ?

[@ojouniisama5401]

He has a math degree had no knowledge of programming until he went to a bootcamp after he graduated, at least that's what he says...

[@giancarlometitieri9252]

Oh great i got an app development apprenticeship at google with your advice...

[@giancarlometitieri9252]

Not with this video but generally your channel

[@Ghost-jt7zs]

Step 1: *Know how to code*

[@anindyasankardasgupta8260]

Thanks man..I'm your great fan. You can find more amazing content for technical interview at #technicalinterview

[@bismeetsingh352]

Step 0: Know how to code

[@paritoshsudame6779]

HI is there any promo code or any discounts for algo+system expert bundle currently

[@clem]

Yes: "clem" (no quotes)

[@nawarajluitel9171]

wow

[@aaronz351]

Bring back the card tricks 🃏

[@OMFGLazzey]

Why did I get a notification a day after this video was posted 😒 google slacking

[@MichaelYoussry]

FooBar!

[@narendrachowdary6894]

It's hard for me to pay as I am a student and don't have any earning , I am not willing to ask my parents for money , but still I am interested in your videos .

[@deepanshuthakran]

Hey Clement, please make a video for the Indians, who want to land their first job in foreign country. What are the consequences and advantages.

[@ridhwaans]

how to land interviews - have work experience

[@mohamedsharfan47]

Sri Lankan how can I go

[@karthikraj5151]

Please bring the CARD TRICKS BACK.

[@nishantpall1747]

Is Algoexpert hiring software engineers?

[@ayushsingh-gl6wm]

CLEMENT please answer : 1) I have a basic knowledge of PYTHON , so by taking ALGOEXPERT course NOW, will I be able to get into top tech company OR should I work on my PYTHON first before taking this course. 2) CODE WALKTHROUGH of each question in solution videos is in PYTHON or any other language. 3) What value does ALGOEXPERT CERTIFICATE holds in the tech world.

[@arnurmakenov4350]

1) I think if you know basics such as for loops, classes and some other basic stuff, you can do algorithms on algoexpert 2) I think every video is in python

[@AaronandAsh]

2:06 I applied online too that's it and i got an interview at FAANG ... It happens! Lol 😄. Ill make a video on that too 😜😀

[@catagavrila293]

Hi Clement! Do you have romanian origins? I'm asking because your last name is a romanian one. :)

[@youtischia]

I like your videos in general. You are an optimist and have done well for yourself. Congratulations you deserve your success. But there is something unsaid in this video and others of its type. Not everyboody will get an interview. And even if you get an interview not everyone will get a job offer. To be realistic it would be helpful if you supply some stats on how many actually land these dream jobs. What is the reality behind the hope ? Give us the truth beyond vague "you can work for Google too" statements. Give us the big picture.

[@toxolarant]

You are teaching OSINT 😀

[@hackweiser4127]

3:10 hey clem my 12yr old cousin watches your videos😅✌🏻

[@robbertou]

Well there goes my strategy...

[@krishnayallapanthula]

I forgot to use the promo code :(

[@krishnarao4290]

8:08

[@nakulankurmullam2982]

Hey Clement or any others reading through the comment section I've no degree in cs or any related field And currently i have zero experience with web dev so where could i get some real world experience before actually giving an interview

[@42xzero]

People getting algoexpert is so lucky :(

[@siber195]

Get a referral even if you dont know the person.

[@shankarsuman8801]

Does these tips apply even to those seeking to intern with FAANG?

[@somtovitus]

Making video by 4.50 am? Wow

[@abssingh5831]

In this haircut Clement look far more handsome

[@ironyman7015]

How to land interviews and score job in US or Europe from Bangladesh or India?

[@arctan2]

step 0: use promocode clem for discount on platform

[@vanditshah7625]

Wondering who are those 24 guys ?!

[@JonathanMiz]

If you want to get a job fast applying like everyone else is not going to get you there. Think what you can do different than other people. 3 clicks to apply is easy so everyone else is applying 100+ times. No! Go in the other way and see massive results. After I figured out different ways of getting interviews, it took me 2 weeks to get 3 offers with no experince and no degree. So don't be like everyboy else....

[@jomobrain14]

I think you should change that shirt😂😂Dude has a single shirt😂😂.

[@PaRZiVaL4499]

"Whasopclementhowsitgoing"

[@harispapadopoulos4295]

My favorite phrase to hear!