The Output Peak
A hard Python mock interview question on DataDriven. Practice with AI-powered feedback, real code execution, and a hire/no-hire decision.
- Domain
- Python
- Difficulty
- hard
- Seniority
- L5
Interview Prompt
Given a list of integers (possibly negative), find the contiguous subarray with the largest sum. Return a 2-element list [sum, subarray]. If multiple subarrays tie for max sum, return the earliest (smallest start index).
Summary
One stretch outpaced all the others.
How This Interview Works
- Read the vague prompt (just like a real interview)
- Ask clarifying questions to the AI interviewer
- Write your python solution with real code execution
- Get instant feedback and a hire/no-hire decision