Take-home assignments done properly

After this you can plan and deliver a take-home that shows professional judgement within the time limit.

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Why it matters

A take-home is a small portfolio piece under time pressure. Reviewers look for the same things as in your portfolio: clear structure, tests for the important parts, a README explaining decisions and what you would do with more time. Respect the time limit and say what you left out and why. That is a signal of judgement, not a weakness. Trap: gold-plating. A focused solution with tests beats a sprawling one without.

How to use this resource

Practical strategies for beating take-home challenges.

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