An interview for the first job of a developer is not only a test of knowledge, but also the ability to show yourself in the best light. Even strong candidates often "fail" due to poor preparation. Let's figure out how to prepare so that your chances increase significantly.
🎯 1. Understand the basic topics 100%
Language syntax — conditions, cycles, functions, collections.
Basic education — encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism.
Algorithms — sorting, searching, recursion.
SQL — simple queries (
SELECT,JOIN,GROUP BY).
Tip: make a mini "cheat sheet" with code examples for each topic.
📚 2. Practice on tasks
Start with Codewars (8–7 kyu) or LeetCode Easy.
Solve problems on time to get used to stress.
Mini checklist:
20+ tasks for strings and arrays,
5–10 recursion tasks.
💻 3. Collect a portfolio of projects
API on Flask or FastAPI.
Telegram bot.
A small web application (for example, ToDo).
Tip: post the code on GitHub with README - this greatly increases the recruiter's confidence.
🗣 4. Learn to explain your decisions
It is important not just to give an answer, but to show, what do you think:
Say your steps out loud.
Suggest code improvements.
Don't be afraid to admit that you don't know something, but offer a solution.
📝 5. Prepare for typical HR questions
Tell me about yourself.
"Why do you want to work for us?"
"What projects did you do?"
Tip: Prepare 3–4 short stories about your projects and achievements.
📦 6. Check the technical preparation
Install the IDE and the necessary tools.
Check your microphone, camera, and internet.
Remove unnecessary files from the desktop.
🚀 7. Rehearsal is the key to success
Spend trial interview with a friend or mentor, or record yourself on video to analyze mistakes.
In the attachment Code has:
Practical courses in Python and backend.
Analysis of typical interview questions.
Mini-projects for portfolio.
And in our Telegram channel we share tips and cases that really help Juns to pass the interview.