AIJuly 28, 2026
How AI is reshaping system design interview prep
AI can speed up system design interview prep and create a false sense of readiness. Here's how to use it to sharpen your reasoning while keeping the thinking yours.
Formation Blog
Job HuntJuly 23, 2026by Eugenie Ma
How to rebuild your interview skills after years in one role
After years in one engineering role, interviewing gets rusty. Here is how to turn your day-to-day work into clear, specific answers an interviewer can follow.
Job HuntJuly 21, 2026by Formation
How to use AI for interview prep without losing your voice
A practical guide to using AI for software engineering interview prep, from behavioral answers to system design, without losing the details that make you credible.
Interview PreparationJuly 17, 2026by Formation
How to prepare for software engineering interviews while working full time
A focused, sustainable approach to preparing for software engineering interviews when you're already working a demanding full-time job.
Interview PreparationJuly 16, 2026by Abdu Mappuji
7 system design interview mistakes strong engineers make
The biggest system design interview mistakes strong engineers make usually aren't knowledge gaps — they're communication patterns. Here's what to do instead.
Company NewsJuly 13, 2026by Formation
Formation Monthly Deploy: July 2026
Here's what's happening around Formation
Job HuntJuly 9, 2026by Eugenie Ma
How to position yourself for interviews when your company is in a layoff cycle
Learn how to prepare for engineering interviews during a layoff cycle, from updating your story to practicing before the pressure hits.
Job HuntJuly 7, 2026by Abdu Mappuji
How to signal seniority in a system design interview
Learn how to show senior-level judgment in system design interviews.
How to explain your AI project’s impact in interviews
Learn how to explain AI project impact in interviews with stronger metrics, user outcomes, and before-and-after results.
How to build an AI personal project that stands out in interviews
Learn how to scope a personal AI project that shows problem-solving, product thinking, and technical judgment.
