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Hi everyone. I have a job interview/test next week for a C# programmer position. My background in programming is VB and VBA (self taught) and write small, adhoc programs at work (I currently work as a user acceptance tester) and simple games in my spare time. I did dabble in C++ and was able to somewhat grasp the concept of OOP but I never really was able write something using that language.
I was surprised that the company responded to my resume stating that they're willing to take me in as an entry level C# developer provided I pass the test they give me. They said the test would consist of the following (quoting from the email I received from 'em):
1.create a web-based app using VB through Visual Studio (not a Windows form)
2. do a database using MS-SQL 2005, and a front-end where you will be provided with sliced graphics for a pre-designed mock-up.
3. The test also includes JavaScript and HTML
I'll be given 5 hours for this test including research over the internet (!).
I'm thinking I might be a little over my head on this one. The closest thing I've used SQL was modifying some scripts in Access and some queries in Crystal Reports but nothing from scratch. I've read up on Java a little but never had the time to fully grasp it either.
I did mention in my email to them that I really like programming and that I have an ok foundation to grasp programming concepts quickly.
Any tips on what to expect or what should I read up on this weekend so I could cram? Or did I just get myself into something potentially embarrassing?
I was surprised that the company responded to my resume stating that they're willing to take me in as an entry level C# developer provided I pass the test they give me. They said the test would consist of the following (quoting from the email I received from 'em):
1.create a web-based app using VB through Visual Studio (not a Windows form)
2. do a database using MS-SQL 2005, and a front-end where you will be provided with sliced graphics for a pre-designed mock-up.
3. The test also includes JavaScript and HTML
I'll be given 5 hours for this test including research over the internet (!).
I'm thinking I might be a little over my head on this one. The closest thing I've used SQL was modifying some scripts in Access and some queries in Crystal Reports but nothing from scratch. I've read up on Java a little but never had the time to fully grasp it either.
I did mention in my email to them that I really like programming and that I have an ok foundation to grasp programming concepts quickly.
Any tips on what to expect or what should I read up on this weekend so I could cram? Or did I just get myself into something potentially embarrassing?