Thank your feedback. We always strive for an above-average candidate experience and know we missed the mark coordinating your informational interview. We are bummed about the unusual scheduling challenges we experienced on our end and any inconvenience this may have caused. We also respect your decision to withdraw from the process upon learning about the interview assignment. Interview assignments play an important role in Code.org’s interview process to help us assess the necessary skills to do the role, ensure a fair evaluation where candidates have an equal opportunity to showcase abilities and provide realistic expectations of what the role entails. Research shows this step is especially important for neurodivergent candidates and candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences that might not be adequately reflected in a traditional interview. This step also reduces unconscious bias as we review assignments without any identifying elements as a way to focus solely on a candidate’s work. We do our best to strike a balance between effective assessment and respecting all candidates’ time and effort. We provide clear instructions, reasonable time frames, and focus on relevant skills that are essential elements of a successful interview assignment process. Thanks again for your feedback and we wish you all the best in your search.