The Engineer in the Half-Space
This article explores the concept of a 'gap reader' in software engineering, describing an employee who excels at identifying missing processes and dependencies rather than just technical coding tasks. It argues that these individuals are often undervalued by traditional interview processes that focus solely on bounded technical skills.
You are reading interview loop feedback. You are going through the notes and it looks like neither a no-go nor a go. You are divided in your head too. Mitch does not seem to score high in system design, algorithms, or anything obvious for that matter. The general consensus is that Mitch does not cut it. Your gut says interview him yourself. So you do. In the end, you call it a hire.
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