Raj Rathod
Articles by Raj Rathod
- Java Interview Questions for Experienced Developers
35 Java interview questions that 3 to 10 year developers actually face, from HashMap internals and concurrency to records, virtual threads and Java 25, each with a short answer you can say out loud.
- Your first week in a new IT job: a day-by-day checklist
A Monday to Friday checklist for your first week in a new IT job: access, people, codebase, first ticket and a strong end-of-week check-in.
- Data analyst take-home assignment: how to ace it
A practical plan for data analyst take-home assignments, from scoping and cleaning to the one-page summary and the follow-up presentation.
- Interviewing for remote US and UK roles from India
What US and UK hiring managers really test when they interview candidates in India for remote roles, and how to answer with confidence.
- Using the STAR method for technical questions
STAR is not just for HR rounds. Here is how to adapt it for incidents, debugging stories and design decisions in technical interviews.
- Spring Boot interview questions for 2026
The Spring Boot questions interviewers ask in 2026, grouped by level, with short answers, scenario questions and what experienced candidates are expected to know.
- 10 video interview mistakes and how to fix each one
Ten small video interview mistakes that make strong candidates look weaker than they are, and the quick fix for each one.
- How to talk about a layoff in an interview
A calm, honest way to talk about being laid off: a three-part answer formula, five sample scripts and how to handle the tricky follow-up questions.
- Business analyst case study interview: a full worked example
One realistic business analyst case study, solved from start to finish: clarifying questions, root cause, process map, requirements, user stories and metrics.
- LinkedIn profile checklist that get recruiters messaging you
A practical, section by section LinkedIn checklist for IT job seekers, built around how recruiters actually search, with headline and About examples.
- How to follow up after an interview
A clear timeline for following up after an interview, five copy-ready email templates, and how to read silence from HR without panicking.
- Scrum master interview scenarios and how to answer them
Nine real scrum master scenarios interviewers love, a four-step way to answer any of them, and sample scripts you can adapt to your own sprints.
- System design interview for 3 to 5 years of experience
Two weeks, one framework, one worked example. A realistic system design prep plan for engineers with 3 to 5 years of experience.
- Moving from a service company to a product company
Product company interviews test different things than service company ones. Here is how to reframe your client work and prepare in six weeks.
- DAX interview questions you will actually be asked
Skip the trivia. These are the DAX questions Power BI interviewers really ask, from filter context to time intelligence, with answers you can explain.
- Notice period buyout: how to negotiate it with your employer
Your new company wants you in 30 days but your notice is 90. Here is how to calculate a buyout, ask the new employer to pay it, and protect yourself.
- Behavioral interview questions for freshers
No work experience? You still have stories. Eight common behavioral questions for freshers, with sample answers built from college life.
- How to prepare for a Microsoft Teams interview in 30 minutes
Your Teams interview starts in half an hour. Here is a minute-by-minute plan to test your setup, sharpen your story and walk in calm.
- ATS-friendly resume format for Indian IT professionals
A good resume can still vanish inside an applicant tracking system. Here is the layout, section order and keyword approach that keeps you visible.
- Power BI or Tableau: which is better for your career?
Power BI or Tableau? The right choice depends on the employers you want, not on which tool is better. Here is how to decide and get job ready.
- How to explain your project in an interview (BA, PM and data examples)
Tell me about your project is the question most candidates underprepare. Use this 6-part structure and three full examples to answer it with confidence.
- SQL window functions interview questions, with worked answers
Window functions show up in almost every SQL round for data roles. Here are the questions you will face, with queries, outputs and how to explain them.
- Diwali job switch 2026: when to resign, serve notice and accept the offer
Diwali is when many Indian IT professionals plan their next move. Here is how to time your resignation, notice and offer acceptance without losing money.
- Is using an AI interview assistant cheating? An honest 2026 answer
AI in interviews is not automatically cheating, and not automatically fine. Here is a clear way to decide, with rules, questions to ask and real examples.
- How to Pass an AI Interviewer: What It Scores in 2026
Your first interview may be with an AI. See what it scores, what it ignores, what a study of 70,000 applicants found, and how to prepare in 8 steps.
- Your Rights When AI Screens Your Job Application (2026)
AI may be screening your next job application. Here is what the law lets you ask for in the US, Canada and the EU, and a 3-question email to ask it.
- How to Tailor Your Resume to a Job Description (2026 Guide)
Match your resume to a specific job post in 6 steps, without keyword stuffing. Plus what an ATS really does with your resume, based on 2026 recruiter data.
- Final Round AI vs LockedIn AI vs InterviewPlan AI (2026)
An honest 2026 comparison of Final Round AI, LockedIn AI and InterviewPlan AI, including where the other two are stronger and which one fits your job search.
- Is Using an AI Interview Copilot Cheating? A Straight Answer
Using an AI interview copilot is cheating only when the employer has said no to AI. See which companies ban it, which allow it, and how to check before your interview.
- How to Answer “Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?” in 2026 + 12 Examples
You don't need to predict your exact job title five years from now. Learn how to give a realistic, ambitious answer that connects your professional growth with the opportunity you're interviewing for.
- How to Answer “Why Are You Leaving Your Current Job?” in 2026 + 12 Examples
Not sure how to explain why you're leaving your job without sounding negative? Use this practical framework to answer honestly, stay professional, and connect your reason for leaving to what you want next.
- How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Work Here?” in 2026
A strong “Why do you want to work here?” answer proves that your application was deliberate. Learn how to research the company, connect your experience to the role, and build an answer that could not be reused for another employer.
- How to Answer “What Are Your Salary Expectations?” in 2026
Not sure what number to give when a recruiter asks about salary expectations? Use this practical framework to research your range, protect your negotiating position, and answer confidently.
- 10 Common Interview Questions & Best Answers (2026)
Not sure what your interviewer might ask? Learn how to answer 10 of the most common job interview questions using simple frameworks, realistic examples, and practical tips that help you sound confident without sounding rehearsed.
- 30-60-90 Day Plan for Interviews: Examples + Template
Asked what you would accomplish in your first 30, 60, and 90 days? Use this practical framework, template, and role-specific examples to create an interview answer that sounds prepared—not rehearsed.
- How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself” in 2026
Learn how to answer “Tell me about yourself” in a job interview with a simple 4-step framework, practical examples for freshers and experienced professionals, common mistakes to avoid, and expert tips to communicate your experience with confidence.
- Online Job Support Services: The Complete 2026 Guide
Landed the job but drowning in the work? Online job support gives you real-time help with your actual day-to-day tasks. Here's how the industry works in 2026, why AI-powered support like InterviewPlan AI is replacing evening screen-share sessions, and how to choose a service that protects your job.
- What Is an AI Interview Copilot and How Does It Work in 2026?
Ever blanked on an interview question you knew the answer to? An AI interview copilot listens to your live interview and suggests strong, personalized answers in real time on Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet. Here's how it works, what it costs in 2026, and how to pick the right one.
Raj Rathod writes for the InterviewPlan AI blog.
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