First Round: Technical Screening Objective: To evaluate the candidate's foundational skills and technical abilities. Format: Often conducted online or via a phone/video call. May involve solving coding problems, algorithms, and data structures questions. Could also include a practical coding exercise on platforms like HackerRank, Codility, or a shared coding environment. Duration: 30 minutes to 1 hour. Focus Areas: Basic programming knowledge. Problem-solving and logical reasoning. Knowledge of core concepts related to the job role (e.g., object-oriented programming, databases, etc.).