It seems to me that most of the comments here are focused on the actual code solution for the FizzBuzz question. I would like to step back and talk about the actual lack of programming knowledge possessed by those that apply for these programming jobs. I would say that the reason that so many numbskulls apply for these jobs is because somewhere in the job requirements it says that applicants must have at least a Bachelors in computer science. Most of the best programmers I have ever known, including myself, do not have a degree of any kind, and in my case, never went to college. Yet, many companies will simply push your resume aside if they see that you do not have the required degree, no matter what you skill level may be. A degree is just a piece of paper that says that you have sat in a class for x number of hours learning about something that you may or may not remember when you leave. If companies want to find real programmers with real programming experience they need to broaden their search or have a little slack when it comes to their job requirements. I guarantee that they will interview many more applicants with a deeper knowledge of the force.