The moment you step into the interview room, the atmosphere is often a mix of professional tension and polite curiosity. It usually begins with a warm greeting and a firm handshake, followed by a brief period of small talk to break the ice and settle any nerves. The interview then transitions into the core phase, where the interviewer invites you to introduce yourself, often starting with the classic "Tell me about yourself" prompt. As the conversation deepens, you will face a series of probing questions designed to test both your technical expertise and your problem-solving mindset. This is where you must balance confidence with humility, using clear examples to demonstrate your skills. A high-quality interview feels less like an interrogation and more like a dynamic dialogue. You are not just answering questions; you are also reading the room—observing the interviewer’s body language and gauging their reactions to your stories. Towards the end, the roles often reverse, giving you the chance to ask insightful questions about the company's vision or team culture. This final exchange is your opportunity to show genuine interest and leave a lasting impression. The session typically concludes with a clear outline of the next steps and a professional farewell, leaving you with a sense of relief and a reflection on how well you navigated the interaction.

It was an in-person interview which took 15 minutes. He asked me mostly about digital design including flipflop, clock cycles, .... I told him that I took the "Introduction to Digital Design" over a year ago and I didn't remember much about it. So he went on and asked me about what classes did I take at that time. I told him that it was "Linear Electronic System". Then he asked me about OpAmps, Filters, RLC circuits,... Finally he asked me to write a simple C program. He didn't tell me whether I got the position or not. About a week later, an HR person from Uniquify called and asked me if I was willing to accept an offer. I said yes but I could only start about early August of 2013 because I needed to take Summer I school. Then she said she needed to check with her manager and would call me back. I guessed her manager wanted me to start in June 2013 since she didn't call me back.