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coding
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1. Count Machines In A Tree
Category: Tree coding problemYou are given a tree-structured network of machines where each node represents a machine. Machines can only communicate with their parent and...Input: String
Output: Computed result
coding
Medium
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#2
2. Implement cd Command
Category: Algorithm coding problemImplement a simplified version of the Unix
cd command. Given a current directory path and a relative destination path, return the final absolute...Input: Given inputOutput: Computed result
coding
Medium
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#3
3. Largest Subgrid
Category: Grid/matrix coding problemYou are given a 2D grid of non-negative integers and a maximum sum constraint. Find the largest size of a square sub-grid such that all...Input: 2D grid
Output: Integer
coding
Hard
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#4
4. Memory Allocator
Category: Linked list coding problem# Memory Allocator Design a memory allocator that manages a contiguous block of memory. Implement
malloc and free operations with efficient...Input: Linked listOutput: Computed result
system design
Hard
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#5
5. Top 5 Open AI System Design Questions
Category: Trie-based system design problem# System Design Questions - OpenAI A collection of commonly asked system design questions from OpenAI interviews.Input: Given input
Output: Computed result
coding
Hard
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#6
6. Toy Language Type Inference
Category: String coding problemImplement a type system for a toy programming language that supports primitives, tuples, and generics. Your task is to represent types and infer...Input: List
Output: Computed result
coding
Medium
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#7
7. Virus Spread
Category: Grid/matrix coding problemSimulate the spread of a virus through a grid. Each cell can be in one of three states: healthy, infected, or immune. *This is similar to a leetcode...Input: 2D grid
Output: Integer
coding
Medium
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#8
8. Bot-Enabled Messaging System
Category: String coding problemYou are building a chat system that supports human users and automated bots. Messages are added to a channel log and may trigger bot responses. The...Input: List
Output: Computed result
coding
Hard
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#9
9. Connection Tracker
Category: Algorithm coding problemDesign a social network system that tracks follow relationships between users and preserves a full history through snapshots. The system allows...Input: List
Output: Computed result
coding
Medium
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#10
10. GPU Credit Ledger
Category: String coding problemYou are designing a system to manage GPU credits. Each credit grant is valid during a specific time window. Events may arrive out of chronological...Input: String
Output: Computed result
coding
Medium
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#11
11. GPU Credit Manager
Category: String coding problemYou are designing a system to manage GPU credits. Each credit grant is valid during a specific time window. Events may arrive out of chronological...Input: String
Output: Computed result
coding
Hard
Verified Question
#12
12. In-Memory SQL Engine
Category: String coding problemDesign an in-memory SQL database that supports creating tables, inserting rows with automatic type inference, and querying with filtering and sorting.Input: List
Output: Computed result
coding
Hard
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#13
13. Persistent Key-Value Store
Category: Trie-based coding problemYou are designing a persistent key-value store that serializes its state to a binary storage medium. Native serialization (e.g., JSON, pickle,...Input: Array
Output: Computed result
coding
Hard
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#14
14. Shard Rebalancer
Category: String coding problemYou are implementing a shard management system for a distributed key-value store. Each shard is identified by a string and covers a contiguous range...Input: String
Output: Computed result
coding
Hard
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#15
15. IP Address Iterator
Category: String coding problemEvery device on the public internet is identified by an IPv4 address written in dotted-decimal notation as
"A.B.C.D", where each octet is an...Input: StringOutput: Computed result
coding
Medium
Verified Question
#16
16. Version Support Finder
Category: Binary search coding problemA software company maintains a sorted list of version strings in ascending chronological order. A critical feature was introduced in one version, and...Input: List
Output: Computed result
coding
Medium
Verified Question
#17
17. Monster Battle Simulator
Category: String coding problemSimulate a deterministic, turn-based battle between two ordered teams of monsters. Execute the fight step by step and produce a chronological battle...Input: List
Output: Computed result
coding
Medium
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#18
18. Distributed Tree Messaging
Category: Tree coding problemYou are implementing a message-passing protocol for a distributed system organized as a rooted n-ary tree. Each node represents a machine and...Input: List
Output: Printed output
design challenge
Senior
design challenge
#1
1. [OA] Redesign Challenge — Enhance the user experience of OpenAI Playground
With the increasing number of users utilizing the OpenAI Playground, it’s essential to enhance the user experience for ease of use and creativity.
Problem Statement: Redesign the main interface of the OpenAI Playground to improve accessibility, usability, and aesthetics. Consider diverse user goals, such as prompt creation and model selection.Constraints:
- Design needs to support varied screen sizes including desktop and mobile.
- Users must access features within 3 clicks or taps.
Problem Statement: Redesign the main interface of the OpenAI Playground to improve accessibility, usability, and aesthetics. Consider diverse user goals, such as prompt creation and model selection.Constraints:
- Design needs to support varied screen sizes including desktop and mobile.
- Users must access features within 3 clicks or taps.
design challenge
Senior
design challenge
#2
2. [OA] Accessibility Design Challenge — Improving accessibility for OpenAI’s ChatGPT interface
As OpenAI continues to enhance user interaction with ChatGPT, it's crucial to ensure that the interface is accessible to all users, particularly those with disabilities.
Problem Statement: You have constraints around screen readers and color blindness. Redesign the
- Must improve accessibility for screen reader users.
- Must cater to at least 3 types of color blindness.
- Limit color palette to ensure visibility without relying on color alone.
Problem Statement: You have constraints around screen readers and color blindness. Redesign the
ChatGPT conversation interface considering the needs of these users. Include specific considerations for navigation, color contrast, and interaction feedback.Constraints:- Must improve accessibility for screen reader users.
- Must cater to at least 3 types of color blindness.
- Limit color palette to ensure visibility without relying on color alone.
ux critique
Medium
ux flows
#3
3. [OA] User Flow Critique — Evaluating the onboarding process for OpenAI API users
As OpenAI expands its user base for the API, it is essential to streamline the onboarding experience for new developers.
Problem Statement: Analyze the current onboarding flow for the OpenAI API from the sign-up to the first successful API call. Identify potential friction points and suggest enhancements to improve overall user experience.Constraints:
- Must focus on users with limited technical experience.
- Consider integration of feedback mechanisms within the onboarding process.
Problem Statement: Analyze the current onboarding flow for the OpenAI API from the sign-up to the first successful API call. Identify potential friction points and suggest enhancements to improve overall user experience.Constraints:
- Must focus on users with limited technical experience.
- Consider integration of feedback mechanisms within the onboarding process.
product design
Medium
design systems
#4
4. [OA] Information Architecture — Designing a navigation structure for OpenAI’s new Community Hub
With the launch of a new Community Hub, OpenAI needs a robust information architecture to enhance user discoverability and engagement.
Problem Statement: Create a navigation structure that allows users to easily access various features like forums, blogs, documentation, and user profiles. Consider both experienced users and newcomers.Constraints:
- Limit the number of top-level navigation items to 5.
- Ensure mobile responsiveness in the design.
Problem Statement: Create a navigation structure that allows users to easily access various features like forums, blogs, documentation, and user profiles. Consider both experienced users and newcomers.Constraints:
- Limit the number of top-level navigation items to 5.
- Ensure mobile responsiveness in the design.
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