Tech Interviews in 2025: What’s Changed & How to Stay Prepared
Tech interviews are evolving. From AI assessments to in-person conversations, today’s tech job seekers are navigating a new, often hybrid hiring process. What do these changes look like for coding bootcamp graduates? And how can career changers stay prepared and competitive?
To help answer these questions, Course Report brought together career coaches from various coding bootcamps, including Vinny Sanfillippo, Senior Director of Career Development at Tech Elevator, for a live Q&A packed with advice and encouragement.
[You can watch the full discussion on Course Report.]
Here are a few of the big takeaways from the conversation:
1. The 4-Part Interview Structure Still Stands, But It’s More Flexible
The typical tech interview still follows the same structure it’s had for a while now: screening, culture fit, technical interview, and a project or assessment. However, the order and format can vary. According to Vinny, the technical portion is now about 80% of the conversation, with a strong focus on problem-solving and communication skills.
2. AI Is Changing Things, but Isn’t Replacing Human Interaction
Human interaction still matters. AI-powered tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot are becoming common parts of a developer’s workflow, but interviewers want to know how you’ve used these tools, not just that you’ve used them at all. It’s critical to be able to explain your choices.
3. Take-Home Projects Are On the Rise
Companies are assigning more project-based take-home assessments. These test your technical skills, as well as how well you follow instructions and communicate your thinking.
4. AI Fluency Is the New Soft Skill
Hiring managers are starting to ask questions like, “What’s your favorite AI prompt?” or “What have you built with AI lately?” You should be comfortable using tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, and others in your workflow, as well as comfortable talking about how you use them.
5. Bootcamp Grads Have a Competitive Edge
Why? Because coding bootcamp graduates are already used to learning fast, collaborating often, and building real-world projects, including with AI. Those skills represent what hiring managers are looking for, especially in a tech landscape that’s constantly shifting.
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Whether you’re currently enrolled or just starting to explore a career change, this conversation is full of helpful insights into where technical interviews are now, where they’re headed, and how you can prepare with confidence.