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When implementing features during an interview, ALWAYS clarify requirements BEFORE writing any code.
Before Writing Code
Identify Ambiguities
- What's explicitly in scope?
- What's explicitly out of scope?
- What edge cases need handling?
Ask Clarifying Questions Use AskUserQuestion with specific options:
- Empty states: How to display when no data?
- Error states: How to handle failures?
- Loading states: Show spinner, skeleton, or nothing?
- Validation: What rules apply to inputs?
- Success criteria: What defines "done"?
Confirm Understanding Before coding, summarize:
- What will be built
- What edge cases will be handled
- What is out of scope
Question Format
Use specific options, not open-ended questions:
Good:
How should empty state be handled?
- Show illustration with message
- Show text message only
- Hide the section
Bad:
What should happen when there's no data?
Why This Matters
- Shows communication skills
- Prevents wasted effort on wrong approach
- Demonstrates systematic thinking
- Catches misunderstandings early