I think the focus shouldn't be about one's past, but about one's potentiality. how quick can this person learn? or does he refuse to learn and adapt? is this

I think the focus shouldn't be about one's past, but about one's potentiality. how quick can this person learn? or does he refuse to learn and adapt? is this person an independent / active thinker/problem solver? or is this person mentally lazy? is this person truly interested in tech, or just for the money? any insights this person gained from past experiences ?