What are the perks of working at Google?

Some perks of working at Google include massages on every floor and a 401K match.

What skills are important for working at Google?

Problem-solving ability with coding, particularly proficiency in Java and data structures, is an important skill for working at Google.

How has Google changed since its early days?

Google has experienced significant changes, including a larger workforce and a more open culture where anyone can speak their mind.

Is Google the only good company to work for?

No, Google employees suggest focusing on developing skill sets and finding one's place in the industry, as there are other good companies to work for.

Insider Tips from Google Employees on Landing a Job

Name: Insider Tips from Google Employees on Landing a Job
Uploaded: 2023-04-17 13:00:37
Description: Google employees share their experiences and advice for aspiring employees, emphasizing the importance of problem-solving ability, proficiency in Java and data structures, and not giving up on finding the right opportunity.

This article is a summary of a YouTube video "Advice from the Top 1% of Software Engineers" by Kevin Naughton Jr.

TLDR Google employees share their experiences and advice for aspiring employees, emphasizing the importance of problem-solving ability, proficiency in Java and data structures, and not giving up on finding the right opportunity.

Key insights

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"What advice do you have for someone trying to get into Google right now?" - a question that many aspiring Googlers may have.
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Eric, a software engineer at Google, advises not to stress too much over the interview process when trying to get hired at Google.
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Googlers emphasize the importance of understanding basic concepts and boring topics like threading and parallelization, which are used everywhere.
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The most important skill to work at Google is solving problems with coding, particularly using Java and data structures.
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According to a Googler, if you have the basics down, you can crack the interview at Google.
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Google employee uses a wide range of technologies including Swift, JavaScript, Java, Python, and C plus scripts to manage devices for customers.
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"Google recognizes people's values and tries to put them in the right place, which is why employees stay happy and fulfilled."

Q&A

What advice do Google employees have for aspiring employees?

— Google employees advise aspiring employees to focus on problem-solving ability, proficiency in Java and data structures, and not giving up on finding the right opportunity.
What are the perks of working at Google?

— Some perks of working at Google include massages on every floor and a 401K match.
What skills are important for working at Google?

— Problem-solving ability with coding, particularly proficiency in Java and data structures, is an important skill for working at Google.
How has Google changed since its early days?

— Google has experienced significant changes, including a larger workforce and a more open culture where anyone can speak their mind.
Is Google the only good company to work for?

— No, Google employees suggest focusing on developing skill sets and finding one's place in the industry, as there are other good companies to work for.

Timestamped Summary

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Google engineer shares favorite moment and advice for aspiring employees.
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Eric from Google shares his positive experience and advises to not stress during the interview process.
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Ashutosh advises to be yourself and not focus too much on coding questions when trying to get into Google, and Google has massages on every floor.
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Focus on problem-solving ability and proficiency in Java and data structures to work at Google, according to software engineer Yusuf Hassan.
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Google employees advise that cracking the interview and not giving up on finding the right opportunity can lead to growth and learning, with the 401K match being a favorite perk.
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06:48
Equity, a Google employee, works on device management and recalls a memorable moment from his first project involving a bug in localized code.
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Google has evolved into a more open and diverse company with a larger workforce.
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Focus on understanding how things work, work hard, and develop your skill sets to find your place in the tech industry, not just preparing for interview questions at Google.