Stump’d Gameshow! Answering Coding Interview Questions from AI

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Apr 5, 2023

The hosts tackle AI-generated coding interview questions, exploring topics like the differences between CSS units and JavaScript loop structures. They dive into Node.js complexities, contrasting callbacks with promises and discussing function declarations and arrow functions. Learn about custom scalar types in GraphQL and maintaining aspect ratios in CSS. The conversation also covers TypeScript's variables and practical React optimization techniques. Plus, enjoy personal anecdotes and recommendations for engaging podcasts.

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ADVICE

Priming the AI

Prime ChatGPT with specific instructions and desired question types.
This ensures the AI generates relevant and appropriately challenging questions.

ANECDOTE

Lost AirPods

Scott lost his AirPods while snowboarding after successfully landing a 540.
He almost found them using Find My, but his phone died 14 feet away.

INSIGHT

Loops

For loops iterate a set number of times, while loops run until a condition is met.
While loops are prone to infinite loops; for loops offer more control.

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In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott answer coding questions posed by ChatGPT like what’s the difference between rem and em in CSS, the difference between a callback function and a promse in Node, what are Fastify plugins, and more!

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00:19 The premise for this Stump’d
05:46 Scott’s weekend story
09:36 What is the difference between a for loop and a while loop in JavaScript?
11:11 What is the difference between the “em” and “rem” units in CSS, and when would you use each of them?
13:15 What is the difference between a callback function and a promise in Node.js?
14:57 In JavaScript, what is the difference between a function declaration, a function expression, and an arrow function, and how do they affect the concept of hoisting?
18:39 How do you define a custom scalar type in GraphQL?
21:30 With Deno, can you provide an example of an experimental API that requires the “–unstable” flag and explain its purpose?
26:59 What’s the difference between a div and a span?
28:01 What is aspect ratio?
29:07 If it’s not supported by all browsers, how could you maintain aspect ratio?
30:11 Can you explain the purpose of the beforeUpdate lifecycle function in Svelte, and provide a simple use case for it?
32:33 What is the difference between unknown and any in TypeScript, and when should each be used?
34:42 In TypeScript, what is a mapped type, and how can you use it to create a new type that makes all properties of an existing type optional?
36:21 What are Fastify plugins, and how can they be used to extend the functionality of a Fastify application?
37:57 In React, what is the purpose of the React.memo higher-order component, and how does it help improve the performance of a functional component?
39:53 How would you create a custom HTML element that is styled with CSS and has dynamic behavior using JavaScript?
41:57 What is the Intersection Observer API, and how can you use it to implement infinite scrolling in a web application?
49:00 SIIIIICK ××× PIIIICKS ×××

××× SIIIIICK ××× PIIIICKS ×××

Scott: The Rodge Tapes
Wes: Shenzhen Rebow Technology - Neon Sign

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Wes: Wes Bos Tutorials

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