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  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    3 answers

    "Clarification questions - Assumption: Blind person - Generally aware about what an ATM machine is and how it works. Markets - US market and think about global expansion later Regulatory, Financial companies approval - We have agreement from the regulators and financial companies about the merits and we don’t see any kind of concerns from these companies Goal - Part of the company's social initiatives - Positive word of mouth - increase customer base Users - **Blind users with no other disabi"

    Vijay S. - "Clarification questions - Assumption: Blind person - Generally aware about what an ATM machine is and how it works. Markets - US market and think about global expansion later Regulatory, Financial companies approval - We have agreement from the regulators and financial companies about the merits and we don’t see any kind of concerns from these companies Goal - Part of the company's social initiatives - Positive word of mouth - increase customer base Users - **Blind users with no other disabi"See full answer

    Product Manager
    Product Design
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    3 answers

    "Minimum living standards support for all humans"

    Koko A. - "Minimum living standards support for all humans"See full answer

    Behavioral
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    1 answer

    "1. Understand the "Why" (Deep Dive) - Before jumping to solutions, as a PM needs to precisely understand why users are unhappy. NPS gives us a score, but not the reasons. (0 -4 weeks) Analyze Feedback: Go beyond the score. What are Detractors (0-6) saying? What do Promoters (9-10) love? Qualitative Research:(VOC- voice of the customer) Conduct user interviews, analyze support tickets, and observe product usage. Pinpoint specific pain points (e.g., slow p"

    Vishnu G. - "1. Understand the "Why" (Deep Dive) - Before jumping to solutions, as a PM needs to precisely understand why users are unhappy. NPS gives us a score, but not the reasons. (0 -4 weeks) Analyze Feedback: Go beyond the score. What are Detractors (0-6) saying? What do Promoters (9-10) love? Qualitative Research:(VOC- voice of the customer) Conduct user interviews, analyze support tickets, and observe product usage. Pinpoint specific pain points (e.g., slow p"See full answer

    Product Manager
    Analytical
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  • "Acquisition: #DAU, #MAUs Engagement: listening duration #songs liked/ shared/ added to playlists from the recommendation list #times recommended songs are listened to Benchmark the above with original metrics (before implementing the change) "

    Rev - "Acquisition: #DAU, #MAUs Engagement: listening duration #songs liked/ shared/ added to playlists from the recommendation list #times recommended songs are listened to Benchmark the above with original metrics (before implementing the change) "See full answer

    Product Manager
    Analytical
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    3 answers

    "Clarification Questions 1) Through offline sales or online sales of the tickets or both? 2) Cinema for movies or theatre play etc? 3) Number or are we calculating the revenue associated with that Overall Formula = (Avg Number of Theatres in US)(Avg Number of Screens per Theatre)(Number of movies play per Screen per day)(Number of Days in a year)(Number of people watched per Screen)(Average Occupancy) "

    Anonymous Muskox - "Clarification Questions 1) Through offline sales or online sales of the tickets or both? 2) Cinema for movies or theatre play etc? 3) Number or are we calculating the revenue associated with that Overall Formula = (Avg Number of Theatres in US)(Avg Number of Screens per Theatre)(Number of movies play per Screen per day)(Number of Days in a year)(Number of people watched per Screen)(Average Occupancy) "See full answer

    Product Manager
    Estimation
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  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    2 answers

    "Its enough that I shared the question. Im not going to tell you how I answered. If you dont know how to answer, then this isn't the job or company for you. Sorry."

    David E. - "Its enough that I shared the question. Im not going to tell you how I answered. If you dont know how to answer, then this isn't the job or company for you. Sorry."See full answer

    Product Manager
    Product Strategy
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    1 answer

    "After clarifying the question, answered in following way: Defined what is Google Map. Discussed its history and dominant #1 current market position Aligned with the Google's mission Listed few users segments and few features for roadmap and discussed technology advancements & need to continue to innovate and differentiate aggressively"

    Anonymous Tapir - "After clarifying the question, answered in following way: Defined what is Google Map. Discussed its history and dominant #1 current market position Aligned with the Google's mission Listed few users segments and few features for roadmap and discussed technology advancements & need to continue to innovate and differentiate aggressively"See full answer

    Product Manager
    Product Strategy
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    2 answers

    "This one is a great example of Build, Borrow, or Buy strategy framework (http://www.build-borrow-buy.com/build-borrow-or-buy-in-practice/) - explore and evaluate three different approaches: organic growth and building a product from scratch (e.g. Amazon building its own Amazon Restaurants service), partnering with an existing provider (e.g. enterprise-level partnership with Instacart or Lyft), or acquisition growth (e.g. Uber acquiring Postmates). Evaluate which approach makes sense for the com"

    Xash C. - "This one is a great example of Build, Borrow, or Buy strategy framework (http://www.build-borrow-buy.com/build-borrow-or-buy-in-practice/) - explore and evaluate three different approaches: organic growth and building a product from scratch (e.g. Amazon building its own Amazon Restaurants service), partnering with an existing provider (e.g. enterprise-level partnership with Instacart or Lyft), or acquisition growth (e.g. Uber acquiring Postmates). Evaluate which approach makes sense for the com"See full answer

    Product Manager
    Product Strategy
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  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    1 answer

    "To determine what predictions to show, our systems look for common queries that match what someone starts to enter into the search box but also consider:"

    Abdurhman M. - "To determine what predictions to show, our systems look for common queries that match what someone starts to enter into the search box but also consider:"See full answer

    System Design
    Technical
  • Product Manager
    Product Design
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
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    Software Engineer
    Data Structures & Algorithms
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  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    1 answer

    "As a direct competitor to my favorite product, our mission is to enhance productivity for creative professionals. Targeting small design agencies, our solution offers a streamlined project management platform tailored to their specific needs. Launch feasibility relies on user feedback, ensuring impact and monetization through subscription-based pricing. Success metrics include user engagement and retention rates."

    Devendra B. - "As a direct competitor to my favorite product, our mission is to enhance productivity for creative professionals. Targeting small design agencies, our solution offers a streamlined project management platform tailored to their specific needs. Launch feasibility relies on user feedback, ensuring impact and monetization through subscription-based pricing. Success metrics include user engagement and retention rates."See full answer

    Product Manager
    Product Design
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    4 answers
    +1

    "supervised learning: model is trained on the labeled data unsupervised learning: no labels provided - model learns by finding patterns , structure and groupings in the data. Semi-supervised learning: use small set of labels to guide learning for the larger pool of unlabeled data. reinforcement learning: leans by interacting with students the environment, receives reward and penalties based on actions self supervised: no labelled data . The model makes its own practice problems by"

    Anchal V. - "supervised learning: model is trained on the labeled data unsupervised learning: no labels provided - model learns by finding patterns , structure and groupings in the data. Semi-supervised learning: use small set of labels to guide learning for the larger pool of unlabeled data. reinforcement learning: leans by interacting with students the environment, receives reward and penalties based on actions self supervised: no labelled data . The model makes its own practice problems by"See full answer

    Machine Learning Engineer
    Concept
    +1 more
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    1 answer

    "What is Slack ? Slack is a basic instant messaging app usually used in the intra office space , allowing teams to communicate .Also , it includes video & voice calls . In a nutshell , it provides an efficient team communications solutions . 2 Goals of Google/ Position in the market ? To create innovative solutions to customer problems . The focus is on providing accessible information to everyone . 3 Synergy of such a product with google : Slack allows efficient team communication ."

    Pragya S. - "What is Slack ? Slack is a basic instant messaging app usually used in the intra office space , allowing teams to communicate .Also , it includes video & voice calls . In a nutshell , it provides an efficient team communications solutions . 2 Goals of Google/ Position in the market ? To create innovative solutions to customer problems . The focus is on providing accessible information to everyone . 3 Synergy of such a product with google : Slack allows efficient team communication ."See full answer

    Product Manager
    Product Strategy
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    1 answer

    "Goal: Increase adoption of HPC capabilities offered by Google within enterprise customer context Vision: Accelerate high computing needs of enterprise, driven by innovation and definitive business outcomes Does this align with Google's vision - YES Trend Analysis: Technology: a. Introduce Intraday liquidity calculations b. Improve fraud detection using much large volume of data c. Faster value added risk calculations. d. Graph analysis for entity linking for large volume of customer a"

    Arvind R. - "Goal: Increase adoption of HPC capabilities offered by Google within enterprise customer context Vision: Accelerate high computing needs of enterprise, driven by innovation and definitive business outcomes Does this align with Google's vision - YES Trend Analysis: Technology: a. Introduce Intraday liquidity calculations b. Improve fraud detection using much large volume of data c. Faster value added risk calculations. d. Graph analysis for entity linking for large volume of customer a"See full answer

    Product Strategy
    Technical
  • "1. Sales & Revenue Metrics Total Units Sold – Tracks overall headset sales volume. Revenue Growth (%) – Measures whether revenue is increasing from headset sales over time. Sales by Channel – Identifies how sales are distributed across Google Store, third-party retailers (Amazon, Best Buy), and carrier partnerships. Sales by Region – Helps understand geographic demand and refine regional marketing efforts. Attach Rate – Measures how often the headset is purc"

    fuzzyicecream14 - "1. Sales & Revenue Metrics Total Units Sold – Tracks overall headset sales volume. Revenue Growth (%) – Measures whether revenue is increasing from headset sales over time. Sales by Channel – Identifies how sales are distributed across Google Store, third-party retailers (Amazon, Best Buy), and carrier partnerships. Sales by Region – Helps understand geographic demand and refine regional marketing efforts. Attach Rate – Measures how often the headset is purc"See full answer

    Product Manager
    Analytical
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
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    Technical Program Manager
    Behavioral
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  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    5 answers
    +2

    "https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/what-happens-when-you-hit-url-in-your-browser/"

    Kanika - "https://www.freecodecamp.org/news/what-happens-when-you-hit-url-in-your-browser/"See full answer

    Product Manager
    Concept
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  • "Thanks! First let me ask some clarifying questions: Do you mean mobile app? TV app? I will assume mobile and TV included. When I'm playing the role of the CEO, should I consider their current business' state? Yes I should. Is there a goal I should aim for as CEO? Yes we want to maximize retention on our app. My favorite 3 apps are: Google Translate Collectr Peloton I love these app because they help me out tremendously weekly! Google Translate is a free a"

    Gabriel R. - "Thanks! First let me ask some clarifying questions: Do you mean mobile app? TV app? I will assume mobile and TV included. When I'm playing the role of the CEO, should I consider their current business' state? Yes I should. Is there a goal I should aim for as CEO? Yes we want to maximize retention on our app. My favorite 3 apps are: Google Translate Collectr Peloton I love these app because they help me out tremendously weekly! Google Translate is a free a"See full answer

    Product Manager
  • Google logoAsked at Google 
    2 answers

    "Clarifying Questions Before diving in, a few questions to align on scope: Apple Maps is pre-installed on all iPhones and iPads, correct? We're keeping the web channel but focusing on the app? Core use case: navigation, nearby search, traffic, location sharing, place discovery? Are we targeting the US only, and what's the market share goal? Assume answers: Yes to all. Currently 5% share, target 20% in 18 months. 80% owned by Google Maps. Reframing the Problem A 5% → 20% jump i"

    Vani B. - "Clarifying Questions Before diving in, a few questions to align on scope: Apple Maps is pre-installed on all iPhones and iPads, correct? We're keeping the web channel but focusing on the app? Core use case: navigation, nearby search, traffic, location sharing, place discovery? Are we targeting the US only, and what's the market share goal? Assume answers: Yes to all. Currently 5% share, target 20% in 18 months. 80% owned by Google Maps. Reframing the Problem A 5% → 20% jump i"See full answer

    Product Manager
    Product Design
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