Received a phone call just now from the human resource manager of a Dallas area company that makes VoIP security technologies as well as routers and stuff. In order to set them up, they provide a web application with their products.
It’s entry level, only basic level knowledge required. I’m giddy. Can he ask me some technical questions to test my knowledge? Absolutely!
“In Java, how would you set up two threads to count from 1 to 5 simultaneously?”
Brainfart… I stammer a basic loop structure.
“How would you do that in two threads?”
Brainfart. Ummmm….
“Have you had much experience in threads in Java?”
*whimper* Not much, I’m afraid.
“Okay, we’ll just move on. How would you hide an element in Javascript?”
Crap crap crap crap crap… I’ve DONE THIS! Several times in fact. …. brain fart.
“How would you underline an element using strictly CSS.”
text-decoration:underline
“Excellent. How would I look up a string of text inside of a text file in Unix/Linux?”
Great, big, stinking brainfart. I can’t believe my mom and pets can breathe this stench!
“I see you mention SQL on your resume, how would you look up a single line?”
SELECT FROM database… no, wait… (Thinking: SELECT geeks FROM WoW — btw, thanks! I wouldn’t have gotten that if your guild name didn’t spontaneously pop into my head. lol) SELECT fields FROM DATABASE WHERE keyfield
“Okay, great.”
Apologize for brainfarts, I know how to do this, but I just moved and all my resource books are still in storage.
“That’s fine. Do you have any questions for me?”
Recall Matt suggesting from now on asking how much experience they’re looking for.
“Not much, we’re looking for a junior member of the team. Someone who won’t need a great deal of training, but can grow with our company.”
Fantastic! Thanks so much!
*gives contact and other information* “Someone may contact you later in the week to schedule an interview. Thanks for your time and have a great day!”
Thanks again, have a nice day! Take care!
*head-desk* *head-desk* *head-desk* *head-desk* *head-desk* *head-desk*