# Interview Strategy — Index

> **4 files** — Essential interview strategy covering resume tips, communication, STAR method, and HR questions. **Cross-lane**: applies to both the Indian SDE / FAANG lane and the Abroad Full-Stack lane.

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| # | File | Topics |
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| 01 | [Communication](communication.md) | Clear communication, structured answers, technical storytelling |
| 02 | [Resume Tips](resume-tips.md) | Resume structure, action verbs, quantifying impact, ATS optimization |
| 03 | [STAR Method](star-method.md) | Situation, Task, Action, Result framework, example stories |
| 04 | [HR Questions](hr-questions.md) | Common HR questions, salary negotiation, career goals |

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## Which interview-prep lane should I use?

This section (.) is **cross-lane** — it applies to every interview. After you finish here, pick the lane that matches your target job market:

| Lane | Folder | When to use |
|------|--------|-------------|
| **Indian SDE / FAANG** | [SDE Role](../lanes/indian-sde-faang/INDEX.md) | Targeting Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Meta, Apple, or in-country India roles. LeetCode-heavy, 8-week intensive, USD 150K-400K+. |
| **Abroad Full-Stack** | [Abroad Full Stack Lane](../lanes/abroad-full-stack/INDEX.md) | Targeting EU / non-Indian mid-stage startups (n8n, SumUp, Scalable, sennder, etc.). Take-home + system design, 4-week plan, EUR 70-110K + visa sponsorship. |

**Not sure which lane?** Read the [lane-comparison table in 32-Abroad-Full-Stack-Lane/](../lanes/abroad-full-stack/INDEX.md) for the decision tree.

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**Cross-references:** [Behavioral](../interview-toolkit/behavioral/INDEX.md) | [SDE Role — Indian / FAANG Lane](../lanes/indian-sde-faang/INDEX.md) | [Abroad Full-Stack Lane](../lanes/abroad-full-stack/INDEX.md)
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