It's not a litmus test, it's just a basic filter. You don't understand the time wasted (for both parties) when recruiters present "self starters" and "driven" and "passionate" candidates. It's not our goal to give people a chance, it's our goal to find a great fit for the position.
I do a lot of dev interviews. We do require a BS in computer science.. it's just a good way of filtering out the hordes of terrible candidates. Beyond that, the most important thing we look for is honest representations on the resume, and the ability to clearly show competency in the required areas. Ramblers, people who make shit up and can't say "I don't know" are filtered out quick. We do a 1hr tech screen, after which I make a recommendation and if good, the candidate is brought in for a second interview that is pretty much a formality.
They will literally turn to fascism, and just take your shit and throw you in a grinder. They don't care about the planet, the people, or anything other than their stock portfolios.
It's a shitty system that's run by billionaires, but you still have to make a logical decision.. I mean eating Arby's is bad, but eating shit is worse.
wtf you on about? you jumped in on a conversation with insults and idiocy. You have issues.