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I think this is most people who “can’t code”. Just nerves I’ve been in that situation myself.

• Klathmon 9y ago
  It was like waking up and not knowing your own name, it was such a strange feeling to watch myself fuck up so badly, and be utterly incapable of stopping during the interview. And I wasn't even particularly nervous about getting or not getting the offer either! They approached me, and I wasn't fully sure if I would even like the job yet!
• yojex 9y ago
  I'm really glad that you and the parent posted these comments. As someone with pretty bad anxiety, this kind of thing prevents me from even going for interviews. And, unfortunately, after browsing this thread it seems that this possibility isn't even on most peoples' minds. FizzBuzz-style filters not only don't prove that someone can code, they don't disprove it either. I'm not sure what the answer is.
  • mrfusion 9y ago
    Honestly if it’s really bad I’d let them know before an interview. Just say something like. I have social anxiety. It doesn’t interfere with my work in any way but I’m wondering if you could accommodate me in the interview by doing x y z. It’s worth a try, right? I’ve thought about doing that.