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What would cause a Python interpreter to crash? A good interview question

6 hours ago
  • #Python
  • #Software Engineering
  • #Interview Questions
  • The article discusses a memorable interview question from a 2015 YouTube/Google interview about what could cause a Python interpreter to crash.
  • The question led to a broad discussion on computer failures at various levels (storage, RAM, memory management, networking) and technical processes.
  • It also covered engineering and quality processes for large open-source projects like Python, including the role of the BDFL (Benevolent Dictator For Life).
  • The conversation extended to higher-level topics like failure handling strategies, team staffing for error resolution, and user impact of failures.
  • The question was appreciated for being open-ended, based on real-world problems, and reflective of the team's actual challenges.
  • The author mentions that they got the job, indicating the effectiveness of such interview questions.