Job HuntMay 11, 2026by Formation
How to negotiate FAANG offers vs startup offers
A practical guide to negotiating FAANG and startup offers, from leveling and compensation bands to startup equity, scope, and tradeoffs.
Formation Blog
Company NewsMay 6, 2026by Formation
How Formation Fellows prepare for top-tier software engineering interviews
See how Formation Fellows turned calibrated interview preparation into stronger offers, top-tier placements, and measurable compensation gains.
3 ways AI has changed FAANG interviews in 2026
FAANG interview loops have changed structurally since 2024. Here's what experienced engineers are walking into now.
Interview PreparationMay 1, 2026by Niema Majidimehr
How to write a software engineer resume for recruiters who don't code
The first person to read your software engineer resume usually isn't an engineer. Here's how to write for the recruiter who screens you first.
How to build an AI coding workflow that scales code review
AI made writing code faster. It didn't make code review faster. Here's how to build an AI coding workflow that scales both, from planning to review.
Claude Code vs. Codex: what's the best AI coding agent for software engineers?
Claude Code vs. Codex: how the two leading AI coding agents compare on speed, cost, code review, and large codebases.
Interview PreparationApril 22, 2026by Formation
A complete guide to a software engineer resume
A complete guide to writing a software engineer resume that passes AI screens, surfaces the right signals, and earns interviews at top tech companies.
Company NewsApril 15, 2026by Formation
Formation Monthly Deploy: April 2026
Here's what's happening around Formation this month.
The best AI coding tools in 2026 and how to know which one to use
Don't pick one AI coding tool and stick with it. Treat model selection as an active, ongoing decision.
How to use AI for coding: The simple vs. complex framework that unlocks real productivity gains
Use AI more effectively for coding with a simple framework for sorting tasks, planning better, and knowing where human judgment matters most.
