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It's difficult for any of us to really tell how much truth is in every statement. For example readability - its difficult to asses it without looking at your code.

It's nothing personal, but many developers tend to think about their skills higher than they are in reality.

What i can suggest you, is to ask for feedback after interviews. You will get more specifics there

EDIT: I forgot to actually add a verb in the first sentence and some punctation



Maybe better to do mock interviews if you can? Lots of places won't give any feedback on no-hires for legal liability reasons.


Don't take seriously any feedback you get from an interview. Unless you already trust someone involved in the process.




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