Informational Interview

By – Aditya Mishra
Antriksh Gaur
Question 1
• Aditya : Hello Antara, it's nice to meet you. I've reviewed your LinkedIn profile, and it's clear that you have a
strong technical background. Could you tell me a bit more about your educational journey at Banasthali
Vidyapeeth and how it has prepared you for your career in Computer Science and related fields?

• Antara Tripathi: Hi! Thank you for your kind words. My time at Banasthali Vidyapeeth was quite enriching. I
completed my B.Tech in Computer Science there in 2023. The program provided a solid foundation in
computer science principles and allowed me to delve into various programming languages and tools, which
eventually led to my proficiency in machine learning, Python, C/C++, SQL, Java, HTML/CSS, and beginner-
level JavaScript.
Question 2
• Aditya : That's impressive. It's evident from your profile that you've had internships at Edu-Versity and
Verzeo. Could you share your key takeaways and experiences from those internships, especially any projects
that stood out to you?

• Antara Tripathi: Certainly. During my Data Scientist internship at Edu-Versity, I gained valuable experience
in data analysis and actionable insights. One of the highlights was a project where I worked with Jupyter
Notebook (Anaconda 3) to process large datasets, which was both challenging and rewarding.

• In my Web Developer internship at Verzeo, I completed two projects ahead of schedule, which taught me the
importance of time management and efficiency in project delivery. It was a great experience to apply what I
learned in a real-world setting.
Question 3
• Aditya : It's great to see you applying your skills in real-world scenarios. You mentioned that you are an
upcoming summer intern at UBS. What can you tell us about your role and what you hope to achieve during
your time there?

• Antara Tripathi: I'm excited about my upcoming summer internship at UBS. I'll be working with an agile
development team to develop, implement, maintain, and support technology solutions. My goal is to
contribute to UBS's position as the world's premier wealth manager by leveraging my technical skills and
collaborating with the team to address their technology needs.
Question 4
• Antriksh : Could you share your long-term career aspirations and the areas of study or work that you find
most compelling and exciting?

• Antara Tripathi: My long-term career aspirations involve pursuing an MS program in Data Science. I find the
field of data science incredibly compelling, as it allows me to apply my technical skills in machine learning,
Python, and data analysis to solve complex problems and extract insights from large datasets. This program
will help me further develop these skills and deepen my knowledge in this area.
Question 5
• Antriksh : In terms of career advice, what fields within the technology sector do you think are worth
exploring, especially for individuals with varying levels of time to invest in their careers?

• Antara Tripathi: In terms of career advice, I would suggest that individuals with more time and a strong
interest in technology consider data science. It's a rapidly growing field with a wide range of applications.
However, for those with time constraints, web development can be a practical choice. It allows you to quickly
acquire valuable skills and build a strong foundation in web technologies, making you market-ready.
Question 6
• Antriksh : When it comes to interview preparation, could you offer some guidance on the types of resources
and strategies you've found helpful for tackling technical interviews in the tech industry?

• Antara Tripathi: When preparing for technical interviews, I've found online resources like GeeksforGeeks,
LeetCode, and HackerRank to be incredibly useful. These platforms offer a wealth of data structure and
algorithm problems that are commonly asked in technical interviews. I also recommend practicing these
problems regularly, understanding the underlying concepts, and reviewing the solutions to improve problem-
solving skills.

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Question 7
• Aditya : Thank you for sharing your insights and advice. Your guidance on career choices and interview
preparation will undoubtedly be beneficial to others in similar situations. I wish you the best in your pursuit
of an MS program in Data Science and your future endeavors.

• Antara Tripathi: Thank you for the interview, and I hope that the information can help others make informed
decisions. If you have any more questions or need further guidance, feel free to ask.

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Thank you