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Interview Practice

Interview Question Types

PrepCoach supports three main types of interview questions. Understanding each type helps you prepare more effectively.

β†’Behavioral Questions

These ask about past experiences: "Tell me about a time when..." or "Give me an example of...". Use the STAR method: Situation, Task, Action, Result.

β†’Technical Questions

Industry or role-specific questions testing your knowledge. Examples: coding problems for developers, case studies for consultants, or technical processes for engineers.

β†’Situational Questions

Hypothetical scenarios: "What would you do if..." or "How would you handle...". These assess problem-solving and judgment.

β†’Best Practices for Each Type

  • β€’Behavioral: Always use real examples with specific details
  • β€’Technical: Think aloud to show your reasoning process
  • β€’Situational: Explain your thought process step-by-step

β†’Mixing Question Types

Most real interviews include all three types. We recommend practicing each type separately first, then doing mixed sessions.

πŸ’‘Pro Tips

  • βœ“Prepare 5-7 STAR stories for behavioral questions
  • βœ“Review industry knowledge before technical practice
  • βœ“For situational questions, consider multiple perspectives
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