I really did like getting interviewed in C. :) But I was also confident using it.
It was appealing knowing that interviews were conducted in a language that wasn't really being used. Lots of companies claim they will hire smart people regardless of skills, but then you show up to interview and the guy across the table really expects you to know python and is flabbergasted that you bothered applying without it. I felt Fog Creek really demonstrated commitment to the principle by interviewing in a "useless" language. As someone with a bit of experience looking to make a change, it was a nice touch.
It was appealing knowing that interviews were conducted in a language that wasn't really being used. Lots of companies claim they will hire smart people regardless of skills, but then you show up to interview and the guy across the table really expects you to know python and is flabbergasted that you bothered applying without it. I felt Fog Creek really demonstrated commitment to the principle by interviewing in a "useless" language. As someone with a bit of experience looking to make a change, it was a nice touch.