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Clipboard Health·Frontend Engineer·Take-home Assignment·Intermediate

Intermediate
May 2026Remote

Summary

Take-home assignment for a Frontend Engineer role at Clipboard Health. You get access to a GitHub repo and have one day to write a script that pulls data from a web API, then submit it as a PR. Pretty lean process but the stack requirements are specific enough that you should know what you're walking into.

Questions Asked (1)

Q1

Write a script in TypeScript and Node.js that fetches data from a web API, and submit it as a Pull Request to the provided GitHub repository within 24 hours.

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Author's notes

The turnaround is tight.

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Suggested Approach

Start by thoroughly reading the repository's contribution guidelines and existing code style, then plan a minimal, well-structured TypeScript script that fetches data from the specified API with proper error handling and types. Submit a clean pull request early, and use the remaining time to iterate based on feedback, ensuring the final submission is polished and meets all requirements within the 24-hour window.

Pro tip: Treat the pull request as a conversation: write a clear description explaining your design decisions and trade-offs, and respond promptly to review comments. This demonstrates collaboration and attention to detail, which are highly valued.

1. Understand requirements and repository

Read the API documentation, repository README, and contribution guidelines to understand expected functionality, coding standards, and submission process.

2. Design and implement the script

Write a TypeScript script using Node.js that fetches data from the API, handles errors, and includes types. Keep it simple, modular, and testable.

3. Test locally and ensure quality

Run the script locally, test edge cases (e.g., network failures, invalid responses), and ensure it passes any linting or testing setup in the repository.

4. Submit pull request with clear description

Create a pull request early, describing what you did, why, and any trade-offs. Reference the issue if applicable, and tag reviewers if needed.

5. Iterate based on feedback

Monitor the PR for comments, respond promptly, and make necessary changes. Ensure all checks pass before the deadline.

Key Points to Mention

  • Proper error handling and retry logic for API requests
  • Use of TypeScript interfaces for API response types
  • Modular code structure with separation of concerns
  • Adherence to repository's coding style and linting rules
  • Clear commit messages and pull request description
  • Testing strategy (unit tests, manual testing, or mocking)

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