Merge Overlapping Time Ranges
Company: Amazon
Role: Applied Scientist
Category: Coding & Algorithms
Difficulty: medium
Interview Round: Technical Screen
Overview: This question evaluates a candidate's ability to work with interval merging, a core array and sorting problem in technical interviews. It tests understanding of sorting-based algorithms and edge-case handling around overlapping or touching ranges, assessing practical coding proficiency rather than pure theory. This type of problem is a staple of coding interview rounds for engineering roles.
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