Doing online exams

WorkFrater offers an ever-growing list of online tests that employers can use to assess their candidates. Employers can either send a candidate an email link to the exam or include the exam in their job offer. In the latter case, every person who wants to apply for the job must pass the exam before submitting their application. During the exam, the website will record both the candidate's screen and webcam to prevent any form of cheating. The recorded video will then be available to the employer for review.

Many job positions require a full evaluation of a candidate's skills. Jobs in programming, 2D/3D design, engineering, and other STEM fields require a comprehensive overview of a person's abilities. Many office jobs that are not necessarily in STEM also require advanced knowledge of office software like Excel, SAP, and many others. One or two interviews are not enough to properly evaluate a candidate.

Many job platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed offer assessment tests, but they are very limited for several reasons::

• A small pool of questions: A candidate can retake the test later, and since the pool of questions is small, they can succeed next time by simply looking up the answers after failing.
• A small pool of exams: Many of these platforms have a very limited pool of exams. The T.I industry is large and it is hard in many fields to find complete online exams to test candidates.
• No safety measures to counter cheating: Often, users on LinkedIn and Indeed will video call someone who is knowledgeable in the field to help them. They share their screen during the exam, and the person guides them while they take the test.
• The rise of advanced chatbots: Chatbots like ChatGPT can quickly answer virtually any question. Many candidates who take online tests use them to get excellent answers.

WorkFrater offers a platform that solves all these problems by implementing several solutions::

• Growing number of questions for each test: For each test on the platform, we continuously add new questions. These questions can be rephrased versions of previous questions or cover different content. The questions are randomly generated, and the large number of them makes it almost impossible for a user to get the same question.
• Large number of exams: We offer assessment tests for most programming languages, Adobe Suite, game engines, JavaScript frameworks, A.I, spoken languages and much more. Moreover, the tests are subdivided into multiple levels, allowing employers to know exactly how much a candidate knows in a specific field.
• Recorded webcam: During the exam, WorkFrater records the candidate's webcam. If the user leaves the field of view of the webcam or closes it, the exam is immediately terminated. Likewise, if the user is seen using their cellphone or another device during the exam, the employer will be able to see it when reviewing the video.
• Recorded screen: In addition to recording the webcam, WorkFrater also records the candidate’s entire screen. This way, the employer will be able to see if the candidate visited websites or used apps that they should not have while watching the video.

The platform offers a variety of exam categories that are continuously expanding. Both the number of exams and the pool of questions within each test are regularly updated, ensuring that users are less likely to encounter the same questions when retaking an exam.

Programming languages/frameworks: C++, Python, C#, Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, PHP, Swift, Ruby, Dart, Go, Kotlin

3D engine: Blender, Unreal engine, Maya, Unity 3D, Cryengine, Godot, 3ds max, adobe substance designer, adobe substance painter, Quixel, Zbrush

A.I and machine learning: Tensorflow, Pytorch, Google cloud AI platform, Amazon sagemaker, Azure machine learning, Watson studio, NVidia GPU cloud, Open Ai API, keras, sci-kit learn

Science and engineering: Matlab, AutoCAD 2d, AutoCAD 3d, GNU octave, R, Julia, Scilab, Mathematica

Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, Microsoft SQL, MongoDB (json), S&P

JavaScript frameworks: React, Angular, Vue, Node, Express, Ember, Next

Python frameworks: Django, Flask, Cherry pi, cherry pi, pytorch

Java frameworks: Spring, Hibernate, Apache struts, Play frameworks, Grails, Vaadin, Quarkus, Micronauts, Javafx, Swing

C# frameworks: Asp.net, Winforms, WPF, Entity framework, Xamarin, Blazor

PHP frameworks: Laravel, Symfony, Codeigniter, YII2, Zend, Phalcon

Video editing: Premiere pro, final cut, Davinci resolve, Vegas pro, Hitfilm pro, Filmora, Lightworks, IMovie, Camtasia

Cybersecurity: Kali Linux, Metasploit framework, Wireshark, NMAP, Snort, Burp suite, Splunk, OpenVAS, OSSEC, Palo alto Networks, Nessus, Wifi pineapple, Qradar, TheHive

Adobe suite: Photoshop, illustrator, premiere pro, after effects, InDesign, Lightroom, xd, Dreamweaver, audition, animate

Music/sound: Garageband, Ableton, Fruity loops studio, Logic pro, pro tools, Cubase, Reason studio

Spoken languages: French, English, Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Dutch

Office software: Microsoft excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft access, Microsoft project, Asana, Trello

Content management system: joomla, wix, WordPress, squarespace, shopify, joomla, ghost, magento

In this case, the exam will be automatically canceled, and the user will not be able to redo the exam unless the employer decides to allow them to retake it. If this happens when the user is taking the test on their profile simply to obtain a badge of completion, they can contact tech support, and the exam will be made available to them again.

It depends. For exams, there are two scenarios. The first scenario is when users can take exams on their own to demonstrate their skills on their profile. If they succeed in the exam, they will receive a badge that will be visible to potential employers. If the user fails an exam in this scenario, they will have to wait 30 days before attempting it again. The number of attempts before succeeding will be displayed on their profile. The second scenario involves exams that are required for a job offer. An employer can include a list of exams that a candidate must complete before applying for the job. The employer can decide whether it is a prerequisite for a candidate to pass the exam (with a score higher than 60%) to apply, or whether the candidate can still apply even if they do not pass the exam. If the candidate does not pass the exam and it was a prerequisite to apply, they will not be able to submit their application.

You can always contact tech support if a problem arises during an online exam. We will investigate the issue and provide you with the opportunity to retake the exam if it is determined that the problem was not your fault.

You are only permitted to turn off your camera when authorized by the site. During online exams for earning a badge, the site allows you to turn off your webcam for a brief 5-minute break, usually scheduled at the midpoint of the exam.

For online exams integrated with a job offer, the employer determines the timing and duration of the pause.

Placing an obstacle or object between yourself and the camera will result in automatic disqualification from the exam.

Before taking the online exam, ensure you have a stable internet connection and that your hardware meets the necessary requirements. If you encounter issues and believe they are not your fault, you can contact tech support. We will review the situation and may provide you with a second opportunity to take the exam.

It is strictly prohibited to take an online exam using a mobile device. The site only supports desktop and laptop computers. If you attempt to use a mobile device, the system will detect it, and the exam will not function.

Strictly Forbidden:

• Using any mobile device, or other device besides the approved desktop computer.
• Viewing any screen other than the one displaying the exam website. Multi-screen setups are not permitted.
• Obstructing your webcam, either partially or fully.
• Wearing earbuds or earphones
• Opening tabs other than those specifically allowed for the exam.
• Having another person in the room while taking the exam.
• Being in an environment with noise or music. The exam environment must be completely silent.
• Answering a phone call or the door during the exam.

Allowed:

• Before starting the exam, the website will provide a list of approved resources that you may consult during the exam. These resources must be accessed only on the same screen and browser you are using for the exam.
• If permitted by the exam, you may consult a book.
• Online exams for earning a badge include a 5-minute break. During this time, you may turn off your camera, take a restroom break, etc.
• Online exams for job offers also provide a minimum 5-minute break. The employer determines after which questions the break occurs and may extend the duration if desired.
• The employer, during an exam in a job offer, might also give you a list of websites you have the right to consult.

Recommendations for Online Exams

• Webcam Position: Ensure your webcam is centered on you, capturing at least the upper half of your body. The webcam should be positioned at a 0-degree angle or lower, meaning it should be perpendicular to or slightly angled downward toward your body.
• Laptop Use: While laptops are allowed, adjusting the webcam can be challenging. Ensure your table is high enough so the webcam properly captures at least half of your upper body.
• Lighting: Use appropriate lighting so your body is clearly visible on the screen.
• Dress Code: Dress professionally. The more formal your attire, the better impression you may make on potential employers.
• Eating and Drinking: While allowed, eating or drinking during the exam is not recommended.
• Equipment Check: Test your microphone and webcam to ensure they function properly before starting the exam.
• Application Management: Close all unnecessary applications during the exam to maximize system performance.

Currently, all exams available on the platform are in English.

The platform allows you to create a scrolling text that moves from right to left at the bottom of the online exam window. This feature can be used to display instructions for the candidate to view while they complete the online exam.