This post is not in a FAQ (question-and-answer) format, which is unfortunate, because I think it would benefit from it. Frequently asked questions might includ

This post is not in a FAQ (question-and-answer) format, which is unfortunate, because I think it would benefit from it. Frequently asked questions might include: 1) What is a reasonable work-sample test for programmers? 2) Should programmer work-sample tests be assigned as homework, or should they be administered in person? 3) Will the very best programmers refuse to take work-sample tests?