Sprint Challenge Overview
Final Assessment
This sprint challenge is your final assessment for Web Unit 4 Sprint 16. It consists of two main components:
Career Readiness
Submit your updated LinkedIn profile and resume to demonstrate your professional development.
Technical Assessment
Complete the General Code Assessment (GCA) to showcase your technical skills.
Challenge Requirements
Career Readiness Requirements
LinkedIn Profile
- Professional profile photo
- Customized headline with target job titles
- About section with your story and skills
- Education section with BloomTech details
- Experience section with previous positions
- Skills section with at least 50 relevant skills
- Projects section showcasing your work
- Open to Work settings configured
Resume
- Updated with current skills and experience
- Projects section with technical details
- Education section with BloomTech program
- Professional formatting and layout
Technical Requirements
General Code Assessment (GCA)
- Complete the official GCA test
- Score must meet minimum requirements (295+)
- Multiple attempts allowed (every two weeks)
- Focus on Tasks 1 and 2 for a passing score
GCA Success Strategies
To succeed in the GCA, focus on these core areas:
- String Manipulation - Splitting, comparing, reversing, and modifying strings
- Array Operations - Iterating, modifying elements, finding patterns in arrays
- Basic Math - Number operations, conversions, and mathematical logic
- Problem-Solving - Breaking complex problems into smaller, manageable parts
- Time Management - Prioritizing tasks based on difficulty and point value
Submission Instructions
How to Submit
- Update your LinkedIn profile with all required sections
- Finalize your resume with current information
- Take the General Code Assessment (GCA)
- Submit the following links to the Portal:
- Your LinkedIn profile URL
- Your updated resume link
- A job description for a role aligned with your skills
Additional Resources
Profile Enhancement Tools
Technical Practice Resources
- LeetCode Top Interview Questions - Essential coding practice
- LeetCode Easy Collection - Beginner-friendly problems
- LeetCode for New Users - Entry-level challenges
- Get it Done Sessions - Live support
Note: The CodeSignal Arcade is no longer available. The LeetCode collections above provide excellent alternatives covering the same core concepts needed for the GCA.
GCA Preparation
- GCA Framework - Official preparation guide
- Practice GCA Test - Take practice tests before the real assessment
- Official GCA Test - The final assessment
Support
- Career Coach office hours
- Technical mentor support
- Peer study groups