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No engineer passes all their interviews, highlighting the inconsistency and noise in the interview process.

Engineering interviewing is a field where many common beliefs are misleading; for instance, evaluating past work does not predict job performance as effectively as practical programming assignments.

Even if engineers are better at evaluating other engineers, the existence of recruiters suggests there are efficiencies in the hiring process that are not immediately apparent.

Pre-calibrating the interview process is crucial to avoid wasting everyone's time.

The technical interview process is flawed; it focuses on memorizing riddles rather than assessing real job skills.

The best engineers typically pass about 80% of their interviews, indicating that failing some questions is common and not a reflection of overall skill.

Candidates who answer questions easily tend to be better engineers, but there are also false negatives where great engineers may struggle with questions.

Companies often look for different qualities in engineers, which can lead to confusion. It's crucial to clarify the specific skills and traits desired for the role being filled.