I’m so fed up with aptitude tests. They’re like a constant reminder that, no matter how hard you try, you’re never good enough. I recently took one for an entry-level data engineer position at PNC Bank, and it was a nightmare. The test was 50 questions long, and I had to answer them in 15 minutes. The questions started off easy, but quickly became ridiculously difficult.
I’m not even going to get into the stupid A=1, B=2, C=3 type questions. You know, the ones that ask you to solve some convoluted equation based on a made-up alphabet. And don’t even get me started on the string manipulation questions. I mean, who writes code that way?
The worst part is, I didn’t even get the job. And now I’m left feeling like I’m not intelligent enough, like I’m not good enough. It’s a terrible feeling, and it’s one that I’m sure many of us have experienced.
But here’s the thing: aptitude tests are not an accurate measure of intelligence or ability. They’re just a way for companies to weed out applicants without actually having to talk to them. And that’s not fair.
So, to all my fellow tech enthusiasts out there, don’t give up. Don’t let some stupid aptitude test define your worth. You are more than just a score on a test. Keep pushing forward, and eventually, you’ll find a company that sees your value.