Tech Interview Preparation: What Actually Worked for Me as a Frontend Developer

Tech interviews can feel overwhelming - especially in today’s competitive job market. In this video, I share real tech interview tips that helped me land my current frontend developer job in Germany.

In this video, you’ll learn:
How to plan interview preparation with AI
How to role-play tech interviews effectively
What frontend interview questions really matter
Why system design is important for senior roles
How to talk about salary and negotiate confidently
How to recognize red flags during interviews
Why soft skills matter in tech interviews

Whether you’re a junior, mid-level, or senior frontend developer, these tips will help you prepare smarter and feel more confident during interviews.

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Resources:
Mock Interviews:    / @tryexponent  
System Design Basics:    • System Design Primer ⭐️: How to start with...  
More System Design:    / @bytebytego  
Mini Dashboard Tutorial in React:    • React Dashboard Mini-Course | Zustand, Cus...  

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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - How Tech Interview Preparation Changed (AI Era)
00:32 - Tip 1: Use ChatGPT to Plan Interview Preparation
01:45 - Tip 2: Role-Play the Interview with AI
02:18 - Tip 3: Watch Mock Interviews Online
02:55 - Tip 4: Perfect Your Self-Introduction
03:35 - Tip 5: Taking Notes & Following Up After Interviews
05:01 - Tip 6: Adapt Your Strategy (CV & Interview Feedback)
06:27 - Tip 7: What Technical Skills to Focus On (Frontend)
07:10 - Tip 8: System Design Tips for Senior Roles
07:58 - Tip 9: Why Soft Skills Matter in Tech Interviews
08:37 - Red Flags During Interviews (What’s NOT Okay)
10:10 - Bonus: How to Talk About Salary & Negotiate
11:50 - Outro – Q&A and Next Video Ideas