This is definitely a great question, although llimllib is spot-on about a needed neutralizing of the question. I think it's most useful when you can: a)present

This is definitely a great question, although llimllib is spot-on about a needed neutralizing of the question. I think it's most useful when you can: a)present both options in a positive light ("I am a github/mashable-whisperer and can string libraries and API's together at ridiculous speed!" for instance) and b) it's clear that there is no wrong answer. I'm not saying there shouldn't be a wrong answer for your organization, but I am saying that the question will become less useful if there is, because your candidate will be tempted to fudge.