They are missing the point. Coding interview has very little to do with Code! I hire a lot of developers and the code interview is a pivotal point in the proc

They are missing the point. Coding interview has very little to do with Code! I hire a lot of developers and the code interview is a pivotal point in the process. This is where I find out how you collaborate, take new ideas and incorporate them, deal with changing requirements, handle criticism etc. Of course I am validating you actually know how to code but I am really looking for the rest other skills because this is what will make you a valuable integral part of the development environment here. Trying to throw a 'stump the jock' type of question at a developer is worthless and only proves to show how well they memorize things. Throwing them a difficult problem that requires them to research, ask questions, collaborate will show how well they will grow and take on new challenges they are uncomfortable with.