This sounds like a great idea but I feel it has a couple of short-comings. Most importantly is that it can be counter to the idea of preferring smart, motivated candidates over candidates that are well versed in certain technologies.
Additionally, this technique would probably work against college students and recent grads.
It can also be hard to quantify the results and the questions will vary wildly between candidates.
Of course none of those obstacles are insurmountable and I think that when this approach works, it probably works better than a more general tech interview.
Additionally, this technique would probably work against college students and recent grads.
It can also be hard to quantify the results and the questions will vary wildly between candidates.
Of course none of those obstacles are insurmountable and I think that when this approach works, it probably works better than a more general tech interview.