Re: not enough real programmers?

[jkenton@world.std.com (Jeff Kenton)]

prs@gol.com (Peter Stephenson) writes:

>The question remains: how do you tell if they are decent programmers?

Things I ask:

* Describe a project you think you did well.  What were the important
  decisions you had to make?

* Tell me how you attack a new project you are given.

* Compare C and C++.

* What makes a good programmer?

All of these are open ended questions.  No multiple choice.  If s/he
can communicate the important aspects of what was done, chances are
you have a decent candidate.  You can learn a lot by listening.  Most
interviewers talk way too much.


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