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Finite State Machines (FSM):?

Q: Finite State Machines (FSM):?

Short answer: When you have an object that can be in multiple predefined states and its behavior depends on the current state (e.g., traffic lights, order processing systems). Say this in the interview Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above). Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work. Trade-off — when you would not use it.

Short answer: When you have an object that can be in multiple predefined states and its behavior depends on the current state (e.g., traffic lights, order processing systems).

Say this in the interview

Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
Trade-off — when you would not use it.

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Define — one crisp sentence
Example — project or course app
Trade-off — what you gain vs sacrifice
Guardrail — test, monitor, or prevent failure

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