The ODC Forge-athon 2024 featured remarkable contributions from the OutSystems community, with “CertiBuddy” earning a commendable fourth place. Developed by a team mentored by Hanno Coetzee—comprising Ferdinand Pachernegg, Giulianna Riga, Grijesh Suman, Mayur Shrirame, Navdeep Gupta, and Suprio Roy—CertiBuddy is a practical tool designed to aid developers in their certification journey.
Introducing CertiBuddy
CertiBuddy is an easy-to-use resource that guides aspiring OutSystems developers through the certification process. This tool provides personalised recommendations, direct links to training materials, and a mock exam feature to streamline the certification journey.
Key Features of CertiBuddy
Personalised Recommendations
CertiBuddy offers tailored advice on which certification pathway to pursue, based on the user’s skills and career goals. This personalised approach helps users focus on the most relevant certifications.
Structured Learning
The tool organises the learning process by providing direct links to essential resources, including training courses, documentation, and community links. This structured approach simplifies preparation.
Progress Tracking
Users can track their progress visually, keeping them motivated throughout their certification journey. They can mark topics as completed and monitor their advancement towards their certification goals.
Mock Exams
CertiBuddy includes a mock exam feature that simulates the real certification test environment. This helps users prepare effectively by providing realistic test scenarios with a timer.
Updatable Content
The back-office feature allows administrators to keep the certification information current, ensuring users always have access to the latest updates and resources.
CertiBuddy offers an effective tool for anyone pursuing OutSystems certification. Its user-friendly design, practical features, and comprehensive resources make it a valuable addition to the OutSystems Forge when the team adds it.
The ODC Forge-athon was a great opportunity for learning how to develop components on ODC and working with peers in the industry. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the judges, OutSystems Community Manager Sahiba Gulati, the mentors (Leonardo Fernandes, John Salamat, Raphael Ranieri, Hanno Coetzee, and Stuart Harris), all participants, and OutSystems for their support and dedication.
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