Chapter 1:Where to Start and How to Prepare for the Interview

This chapter is a comprehensive guide that tackles the preparation process for a Java interview from the very start, to getting hired. More precisely, we want to highlight the main checkpoints that can ensure a smooth and successful career road ahead. Of course, at the time you read this book, you might find yourself at any of these checkpoints:

• Start your interview preparation as early as possible
• Get the right experience
• Show your work to the world
• Prepare your resume
• Take the interview

By the end of this chapter, you’ll have a clear picture of how to achieve the preceding checkpoints depending on your current status. So, let’s start by covering the first checkpoint and take a look at the novice interview roadmap.