Candidates can cheat take-home exams by asking someone else to complete the assignment. After the assignment, you have to ask detailed questions about the code, solution approach and trade-offs.
If what you have to offer is above average (compensation, growth opportunities, reputation, culture) people will be willing to make an extra effort. If you are offering the same as everyone else, candidates will deprioritize your interviews.
If what you have to offer is above average (compensation, growth opportunities, reputation, culture) people will be willing to make an extra effort. If you are offering the same as everyone else, candidates will deprioritize your interviews.