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DSA Coding Interview Timer

Structured 45-minute coding interview timer: 5 minutes to understand the problem, 10 to plan your approach, 20 to code, 5 to test, and 5 to explain your solution.

5 segments · 45 minutes total

Segments

1

Understand

5m
2

Plan

10m
3

Code

20m
4

Test

5m
5

Explain

5m

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How it works

This timer auto-advances through each segment so you can stay focused.

1

Understand

5 minutes

2

Plan

10 minutes

3

Code

20 minutes

4

Test

5 minutes

5

Explain

5 minutes

Frequently asked questions

Why structure the interview into phases?

Jumping straight into coding is the #1 mistake in technical interviews. Spending 5 minutes understanding the problem and 10 minutes planning typically leads to cleaner, more efficient solutions in less total time.

What if I finish coding early?

Use the remaining time to test edge cases and optimise. You can skip to the next segment at any time using the skip button.

Is 45 minutes realistic?

Most technical interviews at FAANG-level companies give 45–60 minutes for a coding problem. This timer trains you for the tighter 45-minute format.

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