What’s more important than having a degree, McDowell says, is being able to crack the coding interview, a completely manageable undertaking if candidates understand what they’re up against.

Bill Gates shares his insights on tackling tough job interview questions, emphasizing the importance of showcasing motivation ...

Is it okay to explain to the interviewer how you'd use Google to find an answer? This question was originally answered on Quora by Gayle Laakmann McDowell.

Many tech companies like to test job candidates' programming skills via coding exercises on a whiteboard, but Stripe argues that low-key settings provide better insights.