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Palindrome Hunt

A medium Python mock interview question on DataDriven. Practice with AI-powered feedback, real code execution, and a hire/no-hire decision.

Domain
Python
Difficulty
medium
Seniority
L5

Interview Prompt

Given a string, return the longest palindromic substring. If multiple tie for longest, return the one with the smallest starting index.

Summary

It reads the same both ways. Go further.

How This Interview Works

  1. Read the vague prompt (just like a real interview)
  2. Ask clarifying questions to the AI interviewer
  3. Write your python solution with real code execution
  4. Get instant feedback and a hire/no-hire decision

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