Don't Make Arbitrary Decisions

This video discusses the importance of explaining technical decisions during interviews. Key points include:

• Candidates often make arbitrary choices without justification, missing opportunities for self-correction or valuable discussion
• We go through an example contrasts a poor response (choosing a database without explanation) with an improved one (considering options thoroughly)
• If a decision is worth stating, it's worth defending
• Concluding tips: Ask questions, document as you go, and always show your work for technical decisions

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