How can you understand within an hour to an hour and a half of an interview that one company is better than another?

In an hour to an hour and a half interview, you can understand which company is better than another by focusing on several key aspects:

• Culture and values: ask about approaches to teamwork, decision-making processes, and how work-life balance is maintained.

• Technology stack and processes: find out what technologies are used, how the development process is organized, whether there is automation, code review, CI/CD.

• Opportunities for growth: inquire about career development, training, mentoring.

• Feedback and communication: how feedback is given and received, how open the communication is.

• Stability and prospects of the company: ask about development plans, financial condition.

During the interview, it is important to ask open-ended questions and listen to see how the answers match your expectations and values. Also, pay attention to the atmosphere in the office and how employees relate to each other.

Thus, even in a short time, you can get an idea of where the working conditions and culture are just right for you.