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The single best question an interviewee ever asked me: "How has working for your company helped you grow as a developer?"

• dkarapetyan 10y ago
  Why is it the single best question? Most companies do not hire engineers for their growth potential. Most hire for a very exact fit and then pay for exactly that. That's one reason most companies are constantly bemoaning the "shortage of talent". I put that in quotes because I don't believe there is a shortage, just a lack of focus across the board to acquire and nurture talent and general software engineering aptitude.
  • iMark 10y ago
    I was interviewing a candidate in a technical interview and it was a question they asked me. I was impressed because it made me think, and it showed that the candidate wasn't just looking for a job, but was looking for a job in which they could learn and grow their skills.
    • dkarapetyan 10y ago
      What was your answer?
      • iMark 10y ago
        I'm still thinking about it.