Some couldn't produce either. I look for someone to sketch a correct algorithm using any notation they choose. Independently I look for someone to produce wor

Some couldn't produce either. I look for someone to sketch a correct algorithm using any notation they choose. Independently I look for someone to produce working code with an editor and compiler. The former is usually for something like linked lists or quicksort, the second for something like FizzBuzz and then recursive and iterative Fibonnaci. Working code is essential for something, anything, at some point, although really what I want is someone who can then talk sensibly through the issues. Even so, working code for trivial problems is still only seen in about 10% of cases.