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I'd imagine Google cares a lot more about your raw abilities rather then your proficiency in Python/C++. As long as you can solve comp sci problems in those la

I'd imagine Google cares a lot more about your raw abilities rather then your proficiency in Python/C++. As long as you can solve comp sci problems in those languages, then you should be fine. Demonstrating that you have performed exceptionally during your career means more to most high end employers than how much of a code library you have memorized. Most people stand out as exceptional by going to Stanford, doing well at other large tech companies, contributing to open source, etc. Try to find ways to make yourself stand out and show that you have made consistent progress over your career. Also, why not quit your job to perform a more demanding, stressful, and growth encouraging job like joining a startup?

nhfsaco 14y ago
I've got a few projects behind me, and some impressive clients behind me, so that part doesn't necessarily worry me. My biggest worry is whether being a part of the "dark side" of Microsoft will have a negative impact on my interview. As for startups, my first company outside of university was a startup. I was the lead developer for a while and I left the company once they had been acquired because I felt that I needed to learn from more senior developers. I still feel that way, which leads me to want to work at a company like Google, so I can learn from the best.