Post by Shreya Prasad

The GitLab layoff news has hit a little differently. Over the years, I've been through the GitLab interview loop multiple times. I never ended up joining, but it remains one of the most memorable interview experiences I've had. What stood out wasn't just the process itself. It was the people 💙 Every interviewer I spoke with was kind, respectful, and genuinely interested in having a conversation rather than trying to catch me off guard. I walked out of those interviews feeling comfortable, even when I knew I hadn't answered everything perfectly. As someone who has gone through a lot of software engineering interviews, GitLab's process always felt closer to how engineers actually work day to day. The discussions were practical, collaborative, and focused on real engineering problems rather than grinding through DSA. That's why it's especially tough to see so many talented engineers, product folks, designers, and leaders affected today. If you're one of them and are looking for your next opportunity, I'm happy to help with referrals at Microsoft🤝 Just send me: • Your resume • The roles you're targeting • Your preferred location I can't promise outcomes, but I can help get your profile into the right system. Wishing everyone impacted the very best for whatever comes next❤️