Tech Interviews and You: Ten Tips (Funny + Useful?)

Ah, yes, the joy of the Technical Interview.

Whether you're prepping to interview with the Fortune 5 or you're gearing up for a start up, there's a strong chance that you'll be in a technical interview at some point. So before you're there, let's have some fun here by sampling ten of the all-time greatest pieces of Technical Interview prep advice from some of the largest tech publications out there.

"Brush up on your algorithms and data structures - and no, binge-watching Silicon Valley doesn't count as preparation." - Forbes

"Study up on industry news so you can talk the talk. Extra credit for making the interviewer laugh with a witty tech pun." - Indeed

"Expect the unexpected - prepare for curveball questions, like how you'd explain how to make a sandwich to an alien." - Glassdoor

"Be prepared to talk about your previous projects. And yes, the one that failed miserably too." - Business Insider

"Don't forget to take breaks between practice sessions. Your brain needs to rest too, and a KitKat never hurt anyone." - The Muse

"Be ready to navigate coding challenges on a laptop. This isn't the time for you to show your artistic talents on a sketchpad." - Forbes

"Know your limitations, and don't panic if you don't know an answer. Google exists for a reason." - Career Karma

"Come with questions. And no, asking about the company's free snacks doesn't count." - Business Insider

"Pay attention to body language, because even tech nerds can tell when you're not being genuine." - The Muse

"Relax, you got this! But if all else fails, just tell your interviewer you're actually an AI assistant and see if they believe you." - Ok, so this is an original one just for this article, but I wouldn't suggest it... Because they'll probably believe you.