Interview PreparationMarch 18, 2026by Formation
How to land a software engineering interview at a top tech company
In a market flooded with applicants, getting an interview is its own skill. Here’s how top engineers make it happen.
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Interview PreparationMarch 13, 2026by Formation
5 habits of engineers who perform well in senior SWE interviews
Learn the habits that make engineering judgment visible during the interview process.
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Formation Monthly Deploy: March 2026
Here's what's happening around Formation this month.
Interview PreparationMarch 8, 2026by Formation
How AI changes what matters in SWE interviews
AI is raising the bar for engineers. Discover the four traits companies now prioritize in interviews: agency, learning mindset, collaboration, and judgment.
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Top 3 salary negotiation mistakes SWEs make
Learn how software engineers leave money on the table during salary negotiations, and how to negotiate base, equity, and level with confidence.
Interview PreparationFebruary 19, 2026by Formation
Choosing the right stories in hiring manager interviews
Learn how to pick stories that signal judgment, ownership, and level in hiring manager interviews.
Interview PreparationFebruary 7, 2026by Formation
5 common mistakes engineers make in technical interviews
Strong engineers still fail technical interviews. Learn the five common mistakes that hurt signal and how to avoid them.
Interview PreparationFebruary 7, 2026by Formation
The interview habit that makes senior engineers look less senior (and how to fix it)
Senior interviews evaluate ownership, not just coding. Learn how “permission-seeking” behaviors quietly lower leveling — and how to fix them.
Company NewsFebruary 6, 2026by Formation
Formation Monthly Deploy: February 2026
Here's what's new at Formation.
Interview PreparationFebruary 3, 2026by Formation
How to know if you’re ready for an SWE interview
Not sure if you’re ready to interview? A practical guide to SWE interview readiness, strong fundamentals, and what interviewers evaluate.
