CodingCompanion Resources
Setup instructions and usage guide for technical interviews
Quick Setup
4 Simple Steps to Get Started
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System Permissions
Screen Recording
Allows CodingCompanion to analyze screen content and provide relevant solutions.
Accessibility
Enables keyboard shortcuts and blocks keyboard events at OS level to ensure CodingCompanion remains invisible.
Granting Permissions:
- Launch CodingCompanion after installation
- Follow the on-screen prompts to grant permissions
- If needed, go to System Preferences → Security & Privacy → Privacy tab
Important: These permissions are essential for CodingCompanion to function correctly and remain undetectable during interviews.
Meeting Setup
Platform Compatibility
Browser-Based Meetings
All meeting platforms are fully supported when accessed through a web browser. CodingCompanion will be completely invisible during screen sharing.
Recommended: Use browser versions whenever possible for best results.
Desktop Applications
Most desktop meeting applications are supported, with some exceptions and special settings:
- Zoom: Requires special settings (see below)
- Amazon Chime: Desktop version not supported, use browser only (Just click “Join from browser”)
- Others: Both desktop and browser versions supported
Zoom Desktop App Setup
To use CodingCompanion with the Zoom desktop application, you need to enable "Advanced screen sharing with window filtering":
- Open Zoom desktop app
- Click your profile picture → Settings
- Select the "Share Screen" tab, click advanced
- Enable "Advanced screen sharing with window filtering"
- Restart Zoom after changing this setting
For detailed instructions, visit the Zoom support article on advanced screen sharing.
Pro Tip: Always test your setup with your chosen interview platform before the actual interview.
Do a practice run with a friend or record a test session to ensure CodingCompanion remains invisible during screen sharing.
Important: When sharing your screen during interviews, never click directly on the CodingCompanion app. Use only keyboard shortcuts to interact with it.
Basic Workflow
Get Solution
When you need a solution to a coding problem, this shortcut provides a complete answer instantly.
Debug Your Code
Identify and fix issues in your code with intelligent debugging assistance.
Optimize Your Solution
Get better time and space complexity solutions based on your current approach.
Customize Interface
Position, resize, and adjust transparency to fit your workflow.
Warning: Always use keyboard shortcuts during interviews. Never click on the app while screen sharing to maintain invisibility.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Quick Reference
Solution Shortcuts
Interface Shortcuts
Shortcut Tip:
Practice these keyboard shortcuts before your actual interview to build muscle memory. This will help you use CodingCompanion seamlessly during the real interview without drawing attention.
Support
Response Time
We respond to all inquiries within 12 hours, and most within 4 hours during business days.
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