Interview Prep Masterclass
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For experienced engineers who are serious about breaking into the most competitive roles in tech.
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Interview Prep Curriculum
- Objective: Strengthen problem-solving skills, master patterns, and optimize solutions.
Week 1: Arrays, Strings, and Two Pointers
- Class Topics:
- Sliding Window Technique
- Two-Pointer Approach
- Prefix Sum & Hashing
- Common Patterns (Cyclic Sort, Fast & Slow Pointers)
- Post-Class Work:
- Solve 10-15 LeetCode problems (Medium/Hard)
- Implement custom problems (e.g., custom hashmap)
Week 2: Linked Lists, Stacks, Queues, and Recursion
- Class Topics:
- Reverse, Merge, and Detect Cycles in Linked Lists
- Monotonic Stacks & Queue-based Problems
- Recursion & Backtracking (Subsets, Permutations)
- Post-Class Work:
- Solve 10 recursion-based problems
- Implement iterative vs. recursive solutions
- Class Topics:
- Objective: Master tree/graph traversals, DP patterns, and optimization.
Week 3: Trees & Graphs (DFS/BFS, Trie, Heaps)
- Class Topics:
- Binary Tree Traversals (Inorder, Preorder, Postorder)
- Graph Algorithms (Dijkstra, Topological Sort, Union-Find)
- Trie & Heap Applications
- Post-Class Work:
- Solve 5 graph problems (e.g., shortest path, MST)
- Implement a Trie-based autocomplete system
Week 4: Dynamic Programming (Memoization, Tabulation, Patterns)
- Class Topics:
- DP Patterns (Knapsack, LCS, Fibonacci)
- State Transitions & Optimization
- Greedy vs. DP
- Post-Class Work:
- Solve 8-10 DP problems (Medium/Hard)
- Write a memoization wrapper for recursive functions
- Class Topics:
- Objective: Design scalable distributed systems (focus on trade-offs).
Week 5: System Design Fundamentals & Case Studies
- Class Topics:
- Load Balancing, Caching (Redis, CDN)
- Database Choices (SQL vs. NoSQL, Sharding)
- CAP Theorem, Consistency Models
- Case Study: Design TinyURL
- Post-Class Work:
- Write a design doc for a Pastebin-like service
- Compare SQL vs. NoSQL for different use cases
Week 6: Scalability & Distributed Systems
- Class Topics:
- Microservices vs. Monoliths
- Event-Driven Architecture (Kafka, SQS)
- Case Study: Design Twitter
- Post-Class Work:
- Design a scalable notification system
- Research eventual vs. strong consistency
- Class Topics:
- Objective: Master OOP principles and design extensible systems.
Week 7: OOP & Design Patterns
- Class Topics:
- SOLID Principles
- Factory, Observer, Singleton Patterns
- Case Study: Design Parking Lot
- Post-Class Work:
- Implement a vending machine in code
- Refactor a legacy system using SOLID
Week 8: Real-World LLD Problems
- Class Topics:
- Concurrency (Thread Pools, Deadlocks)
- Case Study: Design Elevator System
- Post-Class Work:
- Implement a thread-safe cache
- Solve producer-consumer problem
- Class Topics:
- Objective: Master storytelling, leadership principles, and STAR method.
Week 9: Amazon Leadership Principles & STAR Method
- Class Topics:
- Deep dive into Amazon’s 16 LPs
- Structuring answers (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
- Mock behavioral interviews
- Post-Class Work:
- Write 10 STAR stories
- Peer review with classmates
Week 10: Google/Meta Behavioral Expectations
- Class Topics:
- Handling conflict, failure, and ambiguity
- "Tell me about a time when…" questions
- Mock interviews with feedback
- Post-Class Work:
- Record & self-evaluate answers
- Research company-specific culture
- Class Topics:
- Objective: Simulate real interviews with detailed feedback.
Week 11: Resume, LinkedIn & Mock Interviews
- Class Activities:
- Resume and Linkedin update
- 1:1 mock interviews
- Group whiteboarding sessions
- Post-Class Work:
- Revise weak areas
- Solve 5 new problems daily
Week 12: Final Mock Interviews & Strategy
- Class Activities:
- Full-loop mock interviews (coding + system design + behavioral)
- Negotiation & offer discussion strategies
- Post-Class Work:
- Final revision & relaxation before interviews
- Class Activities:
- 20 Mock Interviews (1:1 with coaches)
- Private Slack/Discord Community for peer discussions
- Weekly Office Hours for doubt resolution
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Frequently Asked Questions
- • Our 12-week FAANG Interview Prep Masterclass is tailored for high-performance prep across coding, system design, and behavioral interviews, specifically for top-tier companies.
- • The course mirrors the exact formats and expectations of Google, Amazon, and Meta, including behavioral principles like STAR and leadership frameworks like Amazon LPs.
- • Yes, it’s designed for experienced engineers aiming to crack FAANG-level interviews and transition into higher-impact roles or Machine Learning tracks.
- • We go beyond LeetCode, you'll learn patterns, build systems, simulate interviews, and get personalized feedback from seasoned interviewers.
- • Absolutely, you'll get 20+ optional 1:1 mock interviews covering coding, system design, and behavioral rounds.
- • It’s a 12-week structured masterclass, followed by ongoing support, mock interviews, and office hours.
- • Everything from arrays and recursion to trees, graphs, dynamic programming, and backtracking, all tied to common interview patterns.
- • Yes, both high-level and low-level design are core to our curriculum, with real-world case studies like designing Twitter, TinyURL, and Elevator systems.
- • Yes, two entire weeks are focused on behavioral mastery, including STAR storytelling, Amazon LPs, and Google-style conflict/ambiguity responses.
- • Absolutely. You have access to 20+ structured mock interviews with FAANG hiring managers, coding, system design, and behavioral—with expert feedback.
- • Yes. Each week includes post-class assignments and real-world mini-projects like designing scalable systems (Twitter, TinyURL) or implementing thread-safe caches.
- • You’ll solve 80–100+ curated problems across LeetCode, custom challenges, and mock interview formats.
- • Yes, many students join us after trying other programs, we focus on outcome-based learning, not just lecture hours.
- • Definitely, we train you to think and solve like a top-tier engineer, with an optional ML add-on for research-heavy interviews.
- • We offer a performance-based certificate for those who complete all mock interviews and problem sets.
- • Weeks 1-4 are pure coding drills, with continued practice through whiteboarding sessions and daily problem challenges.
- • Yes, we guide you through salary negotiation, recruiter strategy, and job offer optimization in Week 12.
- • At least 3–5 years of hands-on software development experience in any domain (backend, frontend, full-stack, etc.).
- • Yes, lifetime access to core materials, and ongoing community support via Slack or Discord.
- • 100%. We dedicate a full week to resume revamp, LinkedIn polish, and brand positioning.
- • 3–4 hours of live classes + 6–10 hours of self-paced practice, projects, and mock interviews.
- • Yes, all sessions are recorded and accessible on your dashboard. You’ll also have post-class summaries and notes.
- • This is a live-led course with structured weekly instruction, but also includes recordings, assignments, and mentorship that can be accessed at your own pace.
- • Yes, we offer a 15-day full refund policy if you’re not satisfied. No questions asked.
- • Just scroll up and hit the “Register Now” button, our team will reach out for a short consult to ensure it’s the right fit for you.
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