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> Over the top indeed, but I think it would very difficult to justify using mathematical proof questions in interviews. Programming is literally isomorphic to
by andrewflnr 7y ago
> Over the top indeed, but I think it would very difficult to justify using mathematical proof questions in interviews.
Programming is literally isomorphic to finding proofs (Curry-Howard FTW!). From the other perspective on proofs, they're about communicating technical concepts in a clear way, which is a vital skill for a developer in an organization. So no, I don't think it would be that hard to justify. I was kind of joking at first, but that's actually pretty compelling...
- vecter 7y agoWhile you make a theoretically true statement, it is practically useless and irrelevant. I have a background in computer science and can cobble together some proofs. Writing production software at a tech company is quite different from writing proofs for most software roles. I work with talented engineers and I doubt most of them could write a simple mathematical proof (mostly because they don't have the background or experience, not for lack of ability).
- Dylan16807 7y agoAnd a human is roughly isomorphic to a donut. The differences overwhelm the similarities.