The first job interview is the most stressful stage for most candidates, but with the right preparation you can significantly reduce that tension.

If you're expecting technical questions, the most common topics are data structures, algorithm fundamentals, and questions about your own projects. Employers usually want to see how you think — they don't expect a perfect answer every time.

Prepare your portfolio in advance: keep your GitHub account tidy, with short project descriptions and working demo links. Being able to clearly answer "why did you build this project this way?" matters just as much as the code itself.

One last tip: don't be afraid to ask questions. Questions like "what does your team's workflow look like?" show that you're a genuinely interested candidate too.