This week, I had an interview lined up for a position that I had been preparing for extensively. I had done my homework, researched the company, and felt confident about my fit for the role. However, just before the interview, I learned that the key requirement had shifted from a web-first approach to a mobile-first focus. This change caught me off guard. During the interview, within the first couple of minutes, I was ruled out based on this new requirement. I felt that my preparation was solid, and I knew I could perform well in the role. It was frustrating to see how a last-minute change could derail my chances so quickly. I'm curious if others have experienced similar situations where an interview went south due to unexpected changes or issues right at the start.