Welcome to the Skills Module FAQ! Here you'll find answers to the most common questions about roles, skill verification, and tracking your progress.
Section 1: Getting Started: Roles & Badges
1.1 How do I earn a Role Badge?
First, choose a role you're interested in and select the appropriate level. As a general guide:
Junior: For beginners or those with 0-2 years of experience.
Mid-level: For those with a few years of experience (approx. 3-5 years).
Senior: For experienced professionals (approx. 6+ years).
Once you've selected a role, head to your "My Skills" page. You will see a detailed list of requirements. To earn the badge, you must complete all of these skill requirements.
1.2 What roles are available?
We are constantly expanding our list of roles. The roles currently available are:
Frontend Software Engineer
Backend Software Engineer
Keep an eye out for more roles coming soon, including AI Practitioner, Data Analyst, Business Analyst, and more!
1.3 Can I switch my active role?
Yes, you can switch your active role at any time by visiting the Choose Role page. Your progress on all roles is always saved.
You can also earn badges for multiple roles (e.g., be a verified Backend Engineer and a verified AI Practitioner).
However, we recommend exploring roles early on, then choosing one to focus on. Employers value depth and expertise, so completing one role fully is often more beneficial than having several partially completed roles.
Section 2: The Verification Process
2.1 How do I verify a skill?
You can verify a skill by taking a proctored test, which typically takes 30-45 minutes. If your score meets or exceeds the passing mark, the skill will be verified on your profile.
2.2 What are practice tests?
Practice tests are shorter, simpler versions of the official verification tests. They are designed to help you prepare and assess your readiness. Practice scores are completely private and do not count towards your official verification or analysis chart.
2.3 What are the different skill levels?
Most skills have three levels you can get verified in: Junior, Mid-level, and Senior. Different roles will have different level requirements. Verifying a higher level will always satisfy a lower-level requirement (e.g., a Mid-level verification will satisfy a Junior-level requirement).
2.4 Can I retake verification tests?
Yes. If you don't pass or simply want to achieve a better score, you can retake verification tests. Your highest achieved score is the one that will be displayed and used for your Skills Analysis Chart.
2.5 What is the passing score to verify a skill?
Each skill verification test has a defined passing score. You must achieve this score or higher to successfully verify the skill. The specific passing score is noted in the test instructions before you begin.
Section 3: Understanding Your Progress
3.1 What is the Skills Analysis Chart?
The Skills Analysis Chart is a visual representation of your proficiency across the four main skill categories for your chosen role. It helps you quickly identify your strengths and areas for improvement.
3.2 How is my score on the chart calculated?
The score for each category is the average of your highest percentage score from the verification test for each required skill in that category. Skills that you have not yet verified count as 0% in this calculation, so completing more verifications will improve your score.
3.3 Where can I track my progress in detail?
Your "My Skills" page is the central hub for tracking your progress. It contains your current role status, the Skills Analysis Chart, and the complete breakdown of all skill requirements.
3.4 If I retake any tests, will my chart change?
Yes, but only if you retake a verification test and achieve a higher score than your previous best. Your Skills Analysis Chart is always calculated using your highest score for each skill. Retaking practice tests or getting a lower score on a verification test will not change your chart.
Section 4: Understanding Requirements
4.1 What are the skill categories? All role requirements are organized into four main categories to create a well-rounded skill profile:
Core Skills: Essential knowledge required across most roles in the field.
Role-Specific Skills: Specialized skills unique to your chosen career path.
Methodologies: Common frameworks or processes practiced in the industry.
Tools: The specific software and platforms you are expected to use.
4.2 What's the difference between mandatory and choice-based requirements?
Mandatory: You must verify a specific skill at or above the specified level.
Choice-Based: You must satisfy a condition by verifying one or more skills from a given group. For example: "Verify at least one programming language at the Mid-level."
4.3 Do I need to verify at the exact level listed?
Yes, you must verify at that level or higher. For example, if a requirement specifies a Mid-level skill, verifying at the Junior level will not be sufficient. You must verify it at the Mid-level or Senior level to satisfy the requirement.