[bryanh]

Like everything in life, encoded into those decisions are tradeoffs.

Just relying on code on Github is okay -- until you realize some people don't like to work on non-proprietary code in their free time, preferring to spend it with family.

Just relying on deep questioning is okay -- until you realize some people are excellent at learning and communicating complex topics but haven't actually implemented it yet.

Just relying on live coding is okay -- until you realize some people have bad anxiety and can't perform in that sort of environment.

Just relying on take home tests is okay -- until you realize people don't like working for free on the off chance you'll hire them.

While I don't like some processes more than others, I've also never been truly satisfied with any hiring process I've put together (and we've tried all types) -- perhaps because hiring is a fundamentally flawed process. Perhaps the best advice is: don't work for a company that interviews in a way you don't like, and don't hire people who don't like the way you interview. The best we can do at that point is be transparent up front.