What can be revealed during a reference check? Are they different from background checks? I was laid off without cause during my probationary period. I've now got a written offer in Tech contingent on reference checks.

I'm not sure if I'm supposed to provide references or if a third party will just call my old workplace & ask for feedback? I would love to secure this new offer, it's great, but feeling anxious about this check :(
My boss and I did not see eye to eye at the old firm.
#advice

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