Interview questions asked at Southwest Airlines

Can you explain what an API is and how it works?

Handled a difficult situation and solution

What is the purpose of a database index?

How do you stay updated with industry trends and developments

What is monolithic architecture?

Describe the purpose and use of environment variables in app development.

What is HTTPS and why is it important?

Completing project with tight deadline and limited resources

What is a session in web development?

Can you differentiate between a milestone and a deliverable?

Handling new requirements mid-project

Tell me a time you adapted to change

Describe a time you ensured the security of sensitive data in a backend system. What measures did you take?

How would you ensure scalability and reliability of a microservices app during peak traffic?

Can you describe the main steps in a business analysis process?