In this video I’m doing a real day in the life as a software engineer, but I’m also using the day to show how I’d prepare for interviews in 2026. I walk through my morning routine, how I set up my work sessions, and how I keep tasks under control so I’m not just “busy” — I’m actually moving things forward. You’ll see coding, debugging, and the kind of real project work that fills most days, plus how I balance that with job prep without burning out. On the interview side, I break down the exact stuff that actually helps: start from the job requirements and map them to your strengths, prepare behavioral answers with the STAR method, and refresh fundamentals like data structures, algorithms, and system design. I also talk about how to explain your past work clearly (this is where most people lose points), what “intelligent questions” look like at the end of an interview, and the mindset I use to stay calm and confident. The goal is realistic: less hype, more disciplined prep and a clear process you can repeat.