Interview Kickstart

 I started Interview Kickstart in August 2023 cohort, and I paid $4000 for the course. There is a lot of content, and the amount is very overwhelming. In order to be ready for the live classes, they encourage you to complete each (5) weeks pre-course work by watching videos, taking quizes, and solving practices problems. It took an entire day to complete each weeks pre-course work. I was rushed to complete each weeks pre-coursework. How much can you learn, if you’re being rushed? 



Week one was fine, we have all seen sorting algorithms. I even had most of those algorithms already. After the second week, everything went downhill. I could not have completed, and I did not complete a single algorithm on my own. I am totally dependent on CHATGPT. I could not have done this course without CHATGPT. The AI is not perfect. I had to manage it a little, but then I figured out if I cut and paste the entire question, I could get the solution. I also wrote a jailbreak, so it would give clearer and cleaner solutions. 



After five weeks, I am not able to solve a single algorithm on my own. The live classes consist of endless puedo-code, and they do not solve a single algorithm in the class. You will only see peudo-code. It is mind dumbing. The live classes take place on Sunday, and they last about 5 or 6 hours. 



I did not enjoy the live classes. 



After the five week course, they also do mock interview, resumes, 1 on 1 assistance, etc… I cannot solve anything. I don’t want to participate in anything else when I cannot solve anything. What good is a mock interview? 



I am not satisfied with the course. The do have instructors who work at well know companies, and this does not make them good teachers. If a 12 year old kid can teach me algorithms, I would pay him $4000. 



Currently, I started with Zero to Mastery, and this is exactly what I wanted. They break everything down much better, and I am seeing and hearing things I have not seen or heard. 



I suggest you sign up with Zero to Mastery, and it’s only $42/month. They also have lifetime and annual options. 



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One of the best focus and result oriented course out there . The  sessions and materials are upto the point. The  support is something that makes the already an excellent course even a better experience . They are willing to go that extra mile for helping out the candidate. Really appreciate the promptness in providing the required support.




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InterviewKickstart offers a fantastic blend of Technical, Domain & Behavioral interventions that strengthens your foundation and rounds off your experience. The program is deep , well structured and boosts on the job performance. The delivery is very accessible with ample support for one on one doubts and queries.  They are highly responsive for any kind of issues. The instructors not just carry deep knowledge but are very interactive.  Read less

All the sunday classes are going over 6+ hours and rushing it complete. Some of the concepts covered are difficult to digest and definitely needs more time, when we brought that with support, we got response that "We are working on it" that's it. Not covering all the basic concepts to understand the topic well. They just cover what is needed at bare minimum. 140+ slides to be covered in 4 hrs with over 95 students makes it wague and boring.



The ability to explain to someone with no knowledge on the subject is an art. BEING a teacher and WORKING as a teacher are two extremely different aspects. Pretty sure most of the instructors are PHD's earning half a million/year. But the same concepts I can understand effectively from my favourite teacher in youtube free videos.
This course is supposedly designed for people with no experience but it is not true, cheap marketing! Why would they put 95+ students in 1 class. Very difficult to follow and wasted my money. Quantity over quality. Read less

It was a great experience to go through a program where you gain in-depth insight from working professionals along with learning crucial techniques to crack software interviews. The material covered was great and very relative. The focus is more on being a better engineer and about the process to get there and can be applied to the current job or future job. The instructors were very knowledgable and very helpful. Read less

I took the ML specialization course. It was well structured, what helped me the most were the technical coaching sessions where I could get help with regards to coding questions and mock interviews helped me a lot as well. For ML system design, would have liked review of more questions.

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I took the ML specialization course. It was well structured, what helped me the most were the technical coaching sessions where I could get help with regards to coding questions and mock interviews helped me a lot as well. For ML system design, would have liked review of more questions. Read less

I attended Data Engineering Interview Course

Pros
1. Trainers from FAANG companies
2. Covered all required topics for interview prep
3. Completed course on time
4. I recommend this for serious interview prep folks

Cons:
1. Obviously expensive
2. Not for freshers or beginners, Need to have some experience to go through complex classes
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I just started, and the content seems very useful so far. The Support team they have is top-notch. I wanted to push my start date and they quickly helped me with that request on last-minute notification before my first class start. It's very much appreciated.  Read less

Absolutely worth it! This program covers all the essential aspects of interview preparation comprehensively. The foundational videos and live classes on algorithms and system design have greatly strengthened my core concepts, and the instructors are impressively current with industry trends.
What's unique is the disciplined approach that ensures no gaps in knowledge. The "Notions" workbook for behavioral questions is a standout feature, providing a distinct edge.
Success here is tied to effort, and the behavioral instructors are real industry experts, offering invaluable insights.
Kudos to the prompt and efficient Operations team too! Overall, this interview kickstart program is a remarkable investment. It's boosted my confidence and equipped me exceptionally well.
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This course provided me with structured learning for interview preparation. It has all the ingredients that were missing when I was preparing for the interview on my own. First of all, the course material is extensive yet focused on interview preparation, and the teachers are very skilled and patient. Mock interviews provide crucial feedback during the coursework. My only word of caution is that this is not a magical solution, and this course requires a serious and consistent time commitment. I benefited from this course once, so I am retaking it to up-leve my career  again Read less

The training course materials are awesome. Instructors are very knowledgeable. The problems assigned in the course are very challenging and interesting and very much aligned to the industry ask. The Thursday problem solving classes are very helpful. And finally the support staffs are very very helpful. I would highly recommend to take the IK courses for your next level of career uplevel.  Read less

The fundamental material they provide in their courses are exactly the same if you have gone through CS or related major. However on top of that they provide things university don’t teach, such as offer negotiations, effective ways to attract recruiters etc. And having mock interviews is also very helpful to track down what mistakes you have made in the past.


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Great interview content. Its the one-stop-shop for every topic you need to know for an interview. Overwhelming content, but the content is neatly categorized as "foundational videos", "live classes & recordings" and "additional resources". Instructors are great and recorded classes available from other instructors as well. Specifically recommend it for content from Omkar Deshpande. I got good at recursion and dynamic programming, cause of Omkar's videos. Read less

I recently had the opportunity to enroll in Interview Kickstart's interview preparation program, and I must say it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to enhance their technical interviewing skills and land top-tier job offers. From the moment I joined, the team at Interview Kickstart provided exceptional support and guidance. The instructors were not only highly knowledgeable but also deeply invested in the success of each student. Their expertise in technical concepts and interview strategies was invaluable. The curriculum was well-structured and comprehensive, covering a wide range of topics including data structures, algorithms, system design, and behavioral interview preparation. The program's emphasis on real-world problem-solving and hands-on practice helped me gain confidence and improve my problem-solving abilities. One aspect that truly sets Interview Kickstart apart is their interview practice sessions and mock interviews. The personalized feedback and constructive criticism I received during these sessions were instrumental in honing my interview skills. The mock interviews simulated real interview scenarios, preparing me for the challenging and dynamic nature of technical interviews. The support didn't end with the program completion. Interview Kickstart offers ongoing mentorship and alumni support, providing access to valuable resources, networking opportunities, and job search guidance. The community of fellow learners and alumni is incredibly supportive and motivating. Overall, my experience with Interview Kickstart exceeded my expectations. Thanks to their comprehensive curriculum, dedicated instructors, and tailored guidance, I felt well-prepared and confident in my technical interviews. If you're serious about advancing your technical interviewing skills and achieving career growth, I highly recommend Interview Kickstart. Their program is worth every penny and will undoubtedly propel you towards interview success. Read less

Joined IK to join AWS as SA but ended up joining a big Financial Services company with comparable pay. 

The support they have given during offer negotiation process is super valuable and the results show the course has paid for itself.

Although I didn’t crack AWS, FAANG is not the only game in town.  Read less