This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Jack Pritom Soren
If you’re preparing for your next software engineer interview — whether it’s for a junior or mid-level position — you don’t need to buy another expensive course or coaching session.
You already have one of the most powerful interview coaches right in front of you: ChatGPT.
But here’s the secret:
👉 It’s not about asking random coding questions.
It’s about using ChatGPT strategically — as your mock interviewer, test generator, and performance analyst.
In this article, you’ll learn exactly how to use ChatGPT to prepare like a pro and boost your interview confidence.
💡 You’ll Learn How To:
✅ Practice coding and problem-solving questions with ChatGPT
✅ Generate MCQ tests and written exams for any tech topic
✅ Conduct realistic mock interviews (voice + text) like a pro
✅ Analyze your performance, strengths, and weaknesses
🎬 Watch the Video Walkthrough
If you prefer learning visually, I’ve made a YouTube video that walks you through everything step-by-step — including how to:
- Use ChatGPT prompts effectively
- Run a full voice-based mock interview
- Create custom MCQ and coding tests
- Analyze your performance and improve faster
👉 Watch here: 🎥 Use ChatGPT Like This to Ace Your Next Software Engineer Interview
In the video, I show live examples of how ChatGPT responds, evaluates, and even speaks like a real interviewer — so you can see exactly how to do it.
🧠 1. Practice Coding and Problem-Solving with ChatGPT
Instead of jumping between random LeetCode questions, you can ask ChatGPT to simulate a real problem-solving session — tailored to your role and experience level.
For example, try this prompt:
Prompt:
“Give me 5 easy to medium coding questions for a Junior Full-Stack Engineer (Angular + Spring Boot).
Include problems related to arrays, strings, REST APIs, and database queries.
After I answer each, analyze my code quality, logic, and optimization.”
With this, ChatGPT will:
- Generate relevant problems (not just generic ones)
- Review your solution like an interviewer would
- Explain better approaches and time complexity
💡 Pro Tip:
Ask ChatGPT to act as an interviewer — this makes your coding session interactive and closer to a real interview environment.
📝 2. Generate MCQ Tests and Written Exams (Study Mode)
If you prefer written-style or MCQ-based preparation, ChatGPT can also serve as your personal test generator.
You can use “study mode” for better results — simply start a new chat and paste this exact prompt:
🧩 For Written/MCQ Prompt
I want to start a Junior Full-Stack Engineer (Angular + Spring Boot) mock interview session.
Give me a mix of 15 questions — including
10 theoretical questions (Angular, Spring Boot, Java, SQL, and REST API concepts)
5 coding questions (simple to medium difficulty).
- I will answer each question one by one.
- If my answer is correct, go to the next question immediately.
- If my answer is incorrect, stop and explain the correct answer clearly with reasoning and an example, then move to the next one.
- After completing all 15 questions, give me:
A performance summary (score out of 15)
My strengths and weaknesses
Suggestions for improvement
This method will help you:
✅ Get a full written test on your preferred stack
✅ Learn through real-time correction and reasoning
✅ Receive a complete performance breakdown — just like a real test report
💡 Start this in a new chat window for best results — it keeps your study session clean and focused.
🎙️ 3. Conduct Realistic Mock Interviews (Voice + Text)
Now, this is where things get exciting.
You can actually use ChatGPT’s voice mode to simulate a real interview environment.
It’s a powerful way to practice verbal communication, confidence, and technical clarity — all at once.
Here’s the perfect prompt to start your session 👇
🎤 For Voice Interview Prompt
I want to start a voice-based mock interview for a Junior Full-Stack Software Engineer (Angular + Spring Boot) role based on Bangladesh job standards.
Before we start, I’ll give you my skill set and job responsibilities so you can tailor the questions realistically.
Once I share them, you will:
Prepare 15 questions total (10 technical theory + 5 coding or scenario-based).
Focus areas: Angular, TypeScript, HTML/CSS/JS basics, REST API, Java, Spring Boot, SQL, debugging, and deployment understanding.
Conduct the interview in voice format, asking one question at a time.
I will answer verbally.
If my answer is correct, immediately continue to the next question.
If my answer is incorrect, pause and explain the correct answer clearly with examples, then move to the next one.
After all 15 questions are done, give me:
Performance Summary (score out of 15)
Strengths
Weaknesses
Improvement Plan (specific topics to revise)
Verdict — whether I would be selected or need more preparation for a junior-level full-stack position.
Keep the tone natural and friendly, like a real interviewer from a Bangladeshi software company.
Ask a short introduction question first before starting the technical questions.
Once you paste this in voice mode (new chat), ChatGPT will:
- Speak to you like an interviewer
- Ask real-world full-stack questions
- Evaluate your answers in real time
- Give a final verdict on your readiness
💬 Why It Works:
This builds real-time communication skills — something most candidates neglect but every hiring manager values.
You’ll sound more confident, structured, and natural in your next actual interview.
📊 4. Analyze Your Performance Like a Real Interview Report
After your mock sessions (whether written or voice), ChatGPT will automatically give you a detailed analysis:
- ✅ Score out of 15
- 🧠 Strengths (what you’re already good at)
- ⚠️ Weaknesses (where you need improvement)
- 🔁 Improvement Plan (exact topics to study next)
This is the kind of feedback you never get from online quizzes — but ChatGPT gives it in seconds.
🎯 Final Thoughts
ChatGPT isn’t just for writing code snippets — it’s your personal AI interview coach.
It helps you:
- Practice smartly
- Get instant feedback
- Simulate real interviews
- Track your growth over time
Whether you’re a junior full-stack developer preparing for your first role or a frontend engineer expanding into backend, this strategy will help you ace your next interview confidently.
So, open a new chat, paste one of the prompts above, and start your personalized interview training today.
Your future interviewer will thank you. 💪
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This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Jack Pritom Soren
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