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Interview Process
The interview consisted of two technical questions. The first question was about optimizing space in recursion without using any variables in the function. The second question focused on optimizing a query when there are multiple queries, suggesting the conversion of a binary search tree (BST) into a sorted list and using prefix sums. The interviewer provided hints during the discussion, particularly indicating the need for preprocessing the BST.
Technical Questions
- Recursion Optimization: How to save space in recursion without using any variables.
- Query Optimization: How to optimize multiple queries by converting a BST into a sorted list and using prefix sums.
Tips & Insights
Be prepared for follow-up questions that may require deeper insights into data structures and preprocessing techniques.