Software Engineer Interview Prep Kit: Coding, System Design, Behavioural STAR Workbook

Walk into your next software engineering interview prepared. A 23-page kit covering all three rounds that decide most tech interview loops: behavioral, coding and system design, built by a Principal Software Engineer who sits on interview panels.

WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 4-week prep plan, plus a fast track if your interview is less than a week away
- STAR+ framework with a full worked example
- "Tell me about yourself" builder
- Story bank: 8 stories that answer 40+ questions
- 40 behavioral questions by theme, including senior and staff level
- Questions to ask your interviewer
- 6-step coding approach and what to say when you're stuck
- 14 coding patterns cheat sheet, with how to recognize each one
- Big-O reference and input-size guide
- 5-step system design framework with time allocation
- Building blocks and trade-offs cheat sheet
- Full worked example: designing a URL shortener
- 10 system design practice prompts with key points
- Interview day checklist and thank-you note template
- Fill-in worksheets: story template, coding practice log, design practice sheet, post-interview reflection

PRODUCT DETAILS
- Product type: Digital workbook / printable guide
- Page count: 23 pages
- Size: US Letter (8.5 x 11 in); also prints well on A4
- File formats: PDF + editable DOCX
- Compatible software: any PDF reader; Microsoft Word or free Google Docs for the editable version
- Editability: the DOCX version is fully editable, so you can type into the worksheets and add your own notes
- Recommended paper: standard printer paper, or use it on screen
- Access: instant download, yours to keep forever
- Requirements: no special software; a free Google account works for editing

WHO IT'S FOR
New grads, career switchers and experienced engineers preparing for software engineering interviews, from first job to senior and staff roles.

HOW IT WORKS
1. Purchase and download instantly from your Etsy account (Purchases and Reviews)
2. Open the PDF to read, or the DOCX to edit
3. Fill in the worksheets and practice out loud

No physical item will be shipped.

PLEASE NOTE
For personal use only. Please don't resell or redistribute.
Content written and reviewed by a Principal Software Engineer, with AI-assisted drafting and design.