HOW TO CRACK TECH INTERVIEWS IN THE ERA OF AI?

The structure of this book is carefully crafted to guide you step-by-step through the modern interview journey:

Section I: The New Landscape of Tech Hiring This section helps you understand how hiring processes have changed in the age of AI. From how resumes are parsed by ATS bots to how AI tools are used in assessments, it lays the foundation for modern-day interview expectations.

Section II: Cracking the Core – Problem Solving & Data Structures This section dives into data structures and algorithms, the bedrock of technical interviews. It includes smart approaches to practicing LeetCode, pattern-based problem solving, and optimizing time/space complexity—plus a reflection on the role of AI in DSA prep.

Section III: Systems Design – From Basics to High-Scale
Tailored for mid to senior-level candidates and aspiring full-stack engineers, this section walks through real-world design questions. It introduces frameworks for approaching any system design problem and discusses scalability, availability, caching, and AI-powered design tools.

Section IV: Behavioral & Communication Rounds
Technical skills may open the door, but behavioral excellence secures the offer. Learn how to ace virtual interviews, structure answers using the STAR method, and showcase emotional intelligence and product thinking through storytelling.

Section V: AI, Tools, and Smart Preparation
This is your competitive edge. Learn how to leverage ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, and other AI tools for resume building, job tracking, mock interviews, and personalized preparation. It’s where traditional prep meets modern efficiency.

Section VI: Mock Interviews & Real-Life Case Studies
Nothing prepares like real experience. This section features annotated mock interviews, mistakes to avoid, success stories, and firsthand advice from hiring managers at top tech firms.

Section VII: Domain-Specific Breakdowns (Bonus Chapters)
Each role is different, and so should your preparation be. This section focuses on ML roles, data science, frontend, DevOps, and internship-specific interview paths. It aligns expectations with preparation strategies.

APPENDICES
Includes:

A compilation of 500 most important interview questions

A powerful Toolkit: Resume Templates, Preparation Tracker, and AI-Powered Planners

Each section is modular yet connected. You can read the book front-to-back or jump to the parts most relevant to you. But no matter how you use it, this book promises one thing: by the end, you won’t just be prepared for interviews—you’ll be ready to stand out and succeed.