Python – Data Structures
Practice Python data structures interview questions covering lists, dictionaries, sets, stacks, and queues. Write short code or explanations and receive feedback on correctness and efficiency. Ideal for junior and mid-level developer interview prep. First 2 questions are free with full feedback.
- Level Intermediate
- Questions 12
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Sample python – data structures interview questions
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When would you use a set instead of a list?
What a strong answer includes
Fast lookups and uniqueness.
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How do you implement a stack in Python?
What a strong answer includes
Uses a list with append and pop.
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Write a function to check if two strings are anagrams.
What a strong answer includes
Uses sorting or a counter/dictionary.
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How do you find the most frequent element in a list?
What a strong answer includes
Uses a dictionary or Counter.
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Explain the difference between a list and a deque.
What a strong answer includes
Deque is efficient for adding/removing from both ends.
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Write a function to reverse a string using a stack.
What a strong answer includes
Correct stack-based approach.