The discussion is exactly this, that leetcode is used to test programming proficiency, but it's an inadequate bar.
The parent is postulating that it's a lie; that actually leetcode tests for malleability, and we're getting bent out of shape because we think it's a poor test of coding ability.
However it might be a good test of malleability, and that might actually be it's intended purpose, but that's not communicated.
I don't know about malleability, but I know Big Tech uses it to filter down the number of applicants. They get 200 applications in an hour so HR needs a way to pick a few that won't get them sued.
The discussion is exactly this, that leetcode is used to test programming proficiency, but it's an inadequate bar.
The parent is postulating that it's a lie; that actually leetcode tests for malleability, and we're getting bent out of shape because we think it's a poor test of coding ability.
However it might be a good test of malleability, and that might actually be it's intended purpose, but that's not communicated.