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I never called out those interviewers dumber than me. I specifically said they were significantly less technical than I am. And you may think highly technical c
by hirako2000 5y ago
I never called out those interviewers dumber than me. I specifically said they were significantly less technical than I am. And you may think highly technical candidates should play along with that, that it's unreasonable to expect higher expertise from interviewers. I tried, but they come up with the questions, and drill candidates with technical questions that the interviewer can't even grasp the answers given, expecting different ones probably because mine, although more adequate, sounds nothing like what he has on his script. Am I supposed to take a guess on the answer he wants? They aren't dumb. they just don't have enough technical understanding to recognise the gap when facing very experienced coders.
If I appeared unpleasant to them, it isn't because I'm disrespectful or condescending, or even burnout. it's simply because they are red flags and being fortunate enough to be hired would probably turn out to become a curse.
I however appreciate your advice about being burned out. and that is precisely what I'm doing. I started new projects, mostly artistic, and also a bit of coding to stay up to speed with that kind of mental activity. I think doing that for a few months to heal is desirable to get ready to join a new environment. thank you.