376. Declare pointer to a dynamically allocated 2D array

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Declare a pointer to a dynamically allocated 2D array

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Technical Knowledge : Understanding of pointers, dynamic memory allocation, and data structures is essential for declaring and managing a 2D array effectively.

  • 2. Attention to Detail : Careful consideration of memory handling to avoid leaks and ensure proper allocation and deallocation is crucial.

  • 3. Problem Solving : Ability to approach complex programming scenarios and find efficient solutions for data management.

Purpose
  • 1. Understanding of Concepts : To gauge your grasp on key programming constructs such as pointers and memory allocation.

  • 2. Approach to Problem Solving : To understand how you tackle coding challenges and apply technical knowledge to solve problems.

  • 3. Experience with System Level Programming : To assess your exposure to system-level programming which is often required for a Senior System Software Engineer role.

  • 4. Attention to Memory Management : To ascertain your conscientiousness in managing memory, which is crucial in system software development.


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  • 1. Mention a specific project or task : Refer to a particular instance where you used dynamically allocated 2D arrays.

  • 2. Discuss the complexity of the task and your approach : Explain why using a 2D array was necessary and how you managed its complexities.

  • 3. Highlight any optimizations or challenges : Discuss any memory optimizations you implemented or challenges you overcame during the allocation and deallocation process.

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Roles: 
Senior System Software Engineer
Companies: 
Nvidia
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