Basic logic, algorithms and data structures. For C/C++ make sure you know pointers and for C++ have a good grasp of the STL. C++ Standard Library. Is the company looking for a junior/entry level developer? Why not get a job in mechanical engineering?

Basic logic, algorithms and data structures. For C/C++ make sure you know pointers and for C++ have a good grasp of the STL. Is the company looking for a junior/entry level developer? Why not get a job in mechanical engineering?