Fullstack development roles became prominent around the early to mid-2010s. This emergence was largely driven by several factors, including the rapid evolution of web technologies, the increasing complexity of web applications, and the demand for more versatile developers capable of handling both client-side and server-side programming.   With the rise of powerful frameworks like MEAN, MERN, Django/Flask, RoR, Spring Boot and Angular/React/Vue building powerful web applications has become easier and Fullstack developers have become one of the most critical members of tech teams. &nb ..read more

Finding the right talent goes beyond technical skills and experience. Culture fit plays a crucial role in building successful teams and fostering long-term employee engagement. An employee who syncs with your company culture shares the same values, work style, and approach to collaboration, leading to increased productivity, improved morale, and reduced turnover. We gathered our internal talent acquisition experts to form this comprehensive list of the best interview questions to ask for culture fit in 2024. These questions will help you assess whether a candidate’s values, personality, and w ..read more

Hiring platforms have become more than just a tool in the modern recruitment industry—they’re a game changer. They’ve transformed the recruitment process, making it more efficient, effective, and even enjoyable. Our aim here is to explore and evaluate the best hiring platforms available today – for both tech and non-tech recruiters. Whether you’re a seasoned recruiter or new to the game, understanding the best hiring platforms and identifying the best platform for tech and non-tech hiring is crucial in this digital age. The evolution of hiring platforms The journey from traditional to digital ..read more

Assessment software has come a long way from its humble beginnings. In education, these tools are breaking down geographical barriers, enabling remote testing and instant feedback. In recruitment, they’re streamlining the hiring process, allowing for more efficient and fair evaluations of candidates. The transformation goes beyond convenience; it’s about enhancing accuracy, objectivity, and engagement. Traditional methods, often criticized for being time-consuming and biased, are being replaced by automated, data-driven processes. This shift is not just a trend; it’s a fundamental change in h ..read more

With a globalized workforce and the rise of remote work models, video interviews enable efficient and flexible candidate screening and evaluation. Video interviews provide a more personal and interactive experience compared to traditional phone screenings, fostering a positive candidate experience. Given the growing importance of video interviews, selecting the right software becomes crucial for ensuring a smooth, efficient, and effective recruitment process. This comprehensive review aims to equip recruiters with the knowledge to evaluate and choose the best video interview software for both ..read more

Hiring is hard — no doubt. Identifying the top technical skills that you should hire for is even harder. But we’ve got your back.  Based on the hiring trends we have seen on our HackerEarth Assessments platform, we made a list of the top technical skills you should be focusing on in 2024. What are these tech skills? Keep reading to find out.   8 tech skills in high demand in 2024   Imagine you have a marketing degree but zero skills on how to create a marketing strategy. Would you be qualified for the marketing role? Nope. Similarly, if you don’t have these 8 top technical skil ..read more

In the fast-paced tech world, finding the right talent is paramount. For years, HackerEarth has empowered tech recruiters to identify top talent through targeted skill assessments and engaging coding challenges. Now, we’re amplifying that impact by joining forces with Olibr’s vast job portal and advanced candidate screening tool. Imagine a world where: Candidates seamlessly showcase their skills through HackerEarth challenges directly on Olibr, boosting their profiles and attracting the right employers. Tech professionals gain access to a wider range of opportunities perfectly aligned with t ..read more

In tech or coding assessments, subjective questions are open-ended questions that require the candidate to provide a more detailed or nuanced response than a simple yes or no answer. These questions are often used to assess the candidate’s understanding of a particular concept, their ability to think critically, and their problem-solving skills. Let’s be honest — subjective questions are an integral part of the technical screening process, but they are really hard to evaluate. There is no standardized format or set of guidelines for subjective questions in tech or coding assessments. This can ..read more

This year, as the industry went through a hiring freeze, we at HackerEarth took the time to elevate our product lineup so that recruiters are better equipped to face the post-freeze challenges and expectations. So, we rolled out some out-of-the-ordinary product features aimed at making tech hiring more easier, better, and a stress-free experience (who wants more of that eh?). Some of these ideas came from our product ambassadors, some from internal dialogues within the team— and at every stage we focused on creating feature updates that would help tech recruiting teams across the globe. So wi ..read more

In today’s dynamic business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to optimize their talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top performers. The traditional way of hiring takes a lot of time because there are many manual tasks involved. Another problem is that when people judge candidates, it can be biased. These issues, along with others, make traditional hiring methods less effective. Powered by cutting-edge machine learning algorithms, AI recruiting software is transforming the hiring process. These softwares are automating repetitive tasks, providing data-driven ..read more