Algorithm and coding questions are indeed lacking. They may end up revealing your true ability to do the job, but it's like deciding on an architect by seeing h

Algorithm and coding questions are indeed lacking. They may end up revealing your true ability to do the job, but it's like deciding on an architect by seeing how well they can cut wood and hammer nails. It's true that discussion of your portfolio and past work, and how it reveals your way of thinking about things and how you can tackle the company's problems, is likely to better convey your ability and value. A smart hiring manager will include topics like this in their interview. A smart candidate might find ways to inject this into the conversation.