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DRAKON-Assembly is a programming language that combines the visual logic of DRAKON with the low-level capabilities of assembly language. DRAKON is a visual language developed by the Russian space program for representing complex algorithms in an easy-to-understand way. It uses flowcharts and diagrams to represent code, making it more accessible for non-programmers. Assembly, on the other hand, is a low-level programming language that provides direct access to a computer's hardware. In DRAKON-Assembly, programmers can create flowcharts using DRAKON's visual syntax and then fill in the details with assembly code. This allows for precise control over hardware while maintaining readability and understandability of the overall program structure. The combination of high-level logic representation with low-level coding makes DRAKON-Assembly unique among programming languages.

Ask the right questions secure the right DRAKON-Assembly talent among an increasingly shrinking pool of talent.

First 20 minutes

General DRAKON-Assembly app knowledge and experience

The first 20 minutes of the interview should seek to understand the candidate's general background in DRAKON-Assembly application development, including their experience with various programming languages, databases, and their approach to designing scalable and maintainable systems.

Can you explain what DRAKON-Assembly is used for?

DRAKON-Assembly is used for creating visual algorithms and flowcharts that can be converted into executable code. It's a graphical language for specifications and a method of visual programming.

How would you create a new DRAKON diagram?

To create a new DRAKON diagram, you would use the 'New' command in the 'File' menu of the DRAKON Editor.

What are the basic elements of a DRAKON diagram?

The basic elements of a DRAKON diagram are Header, Silhouette, and Icons. The Header contains the name of the diagram, the Silhouette defines the structure of the diagram, and the Icons represent the actions.

Describe the difference between a 'Shelf' and a 'Question' in DRAKON.

A 'Shelf' is a place to store variables or values for later use, while a 'Question' is a decision point in the flow of the diagram.

How would you handle errors in DRAKON-Assembly?

In DRAKON-Assembly, errors can be handled using the 'Catch' icon, which catches exceptions thrown by the 'Throw' icon.

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What you’re looking for early on

Has the candidate demonstrated a solid understanding of DRAKON-Assembly language?

Does the candidate show problem-solving skills?

How well does the candidate understand and apply DRAKON visual language principles?

Is the candidate able to communicate effectively about their work and thought processes?

Next 20 minutes

Specific DRAKON-Assembly development questions

The next 20 minutes of the interview should focus on the candidate's expertise with specific backend frameworks, their understanding of RESTful APIs, and their experience in handling data storage and retrieval efficiently.

What is the purpose of the 'End' icon in DRAKON?

The 'End' icon is used to indicate the end of a subroutine or the end of the program.

How would you represent a loop in DRAKON-Assembly?

A loop in DRAKON-Assembly can be represented using the 'For Each' or 'While' icons.

What are the rules for creating a DRAKON diagram?

Some of the rules for creating a DRAKON diagram include: each diagram must have one start and one end, the flow of control should go from top to bottom, and there should be no crossed lines.

Describe the difference between 'Address of' and 'Value of' in DRAKON-Assembly.

'Address of' is used to get the memory address of a variable, while 'Value of' is used to get the value stored in a variable.

How would you implement recursion in DRAKON-Assembly?

Recursion in DRAKON-Assembly can be implemented by creating a subroutine that calls itself.

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At this point, a skilled DRAKON-Assembly engineer should demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, proficiency in DRAKON-Assembly programming language, and knowledge of software development methodologies. Red flags include lack of hands-on experience, inability to articulate complex concepts, or unfamiliarity with standard coding practices.

Digging deeper

Code questions

These will help you see the candidate's real-world development capabilities with DRAKON-Assembly.

What does this simple DRAKON-Assembly code do?
start
end
This is the simplest DRAKON-Assembly code. It starts and ends the program immediately without doing anything.
What does this DRAKON-Assembly code do?
start
load 1
store a
end
This code loads the number 1 into the memory and stores it in the variable 'a'.
What will be the output of this DRAKON-Assembly code?
start
load 1
store a
load 2
store b
load a
add b
print
end
This code will output '3'. It stores 1 in 'a', 2 in 'b', loads 'a', adds 'b' to it and prints the result.
What does this DRAKON-Assembly code do?
start
load 1
store a
load 2
store b
load a
add b
store c
end
This code stores the sum of 1 and 2 in the variable 'c'.

Wrap-up questions

Final candidate for DRAKON-Assembly Developer role questions

The final few questions should evaluate the candidate's teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Additionally, assess their knowledge of microservices architecture, serverless computing, and how they handle DRAKON-Assembly application deployments. Inquire about their experience in handling system failures and their approach to debugging and troubleshooting.

What is the purpose of the 'Insertion' icon in DRAKON?

The 'Insertion' icon is used to insert a piece of code into the flow of control without breaking the flow.

How would you handle concurrency in DRAKON-Assembly?

Concurrency in DRAKON-Assembly can be handled using the 'Parallel' icon, which allows multiple actions to be executed at the same time.

What are the different types of icons in DRAKON and what do they represent?

There are several types of icons in DRAKON, including Action, Question, Choice, Address Of, Value Of, and many others. Each icon represents a different type of operation or control flow.

DRAKON-Assembly application related

Product Perfect's DRAKON-Assembly development capabilities

Beyond hiring for your DRAKON-Assembly engineering team, you may be in the market for additional help. Product Perfect provides seasoned expertise in DRAKON-Assembly projects, and can engage in multiple capacities.

DRAKON-Assembly Consultive assessments

DRAKON-Assembly Application Conversion Assessment DRAKON-Assembly Application Integration Assessment DRAKON-Assembly Data & Database Integration Assessment

Custom DRAKON-Assembly development projects

Custom DRAKON-Assembly App Conversion DRAKON-Assembly Custom App Development Process App UI Design for DRAKON-Assembly Facelifts

Hiring guide for DRAKON-Assembly Engineers

DRAKON-Assembly Developer Hiring Guide

What you’re looking for early on

The ideal back-end app developer

What you’re looking to see on the DRAKON-Assembly engineer at this point.

DRAKON-Assembly Consultive assessments

Custom DRAKON-Assembly development projects