There was a HackerRank test for just a mere 20 minutes. The question was easy, but it was the kind of question you use relational databases for – like a query from MySQL. I had to do it using Java or some other high-level language. I am not against the idea of tough questions, but the 20-minute timer just isn’t enough. And God forbid if you speak English as a second language; you’re going to take 5 to 7 minutes just to read and understand the question.

Such a recruitment process can lower the confidence of so many people.

People at Yelp, please consider using some better questions.

Please understand this is a new grad position.

Please understand people come to tech from many backgrounds.

Please judge people on more than just a 20-minute question.

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