More correct way to test Java programmers

    Many tests for certification of Java programmers contain a large number of questions with options. These tests are of little use: many things regarding the API can be quickly learned by reading the documentation or source codes. At the same time, the ability to program, which consists mainly of the ability to correctly formulate an algorithm and think logically, is not tested at all.

    Betterprogramming.com from San Francisco decided to fix this problem. The test on their website, instead of asking a lot of questions, suggests solving several problems. The tasks are to implement simple algorithms (level of the regional programming Olympiad, first round of ACM ICPC or easy tasks in topcoder). The text of the program written by the developer is executed on the server, and by its results and also by the time taken to pass the test, an assessment is given.

    You can try this test here: www.betterprogrammer.com

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