Should Programming Interviews Include Mental Health Assessments? A Deep Dive Into Tech's Next Controversial Hiring Practice
Picture this: You’ve just aced the infamous “reverse a binary tree” question, navigated through system design like a seasoned architect, and even managed to explain why you’d want to work for yet another company that’s “disrupting the synergy of innovative solutions.” But wait—there’s one more step. The interviewer slides a clipboard across the table with a gentle smile: “Now, let’s talk about your coping mechanisms and stress responses.” Welcome to what might be the tech industry’s next big debate....