To become eligible for automated testing opportunities in paid workspaces on the Testlio platform, you need to earn the Scripter Certification.
By completing this certification, you show that you:
Follow instructions.
Are familiar with the Testlio platform.
Have foundational automation skills.
Know an automation coding language and framework.
Can solve a real-world coding challenge.
Can demonstrate logical thinking and the ability to design efficient, scalable solutions.
Can complete tasks within set time limits.
The certification consists of 7 steps that need to be completed in order:
Get an overview of being a Scripter at Testlio.
List your automation experience.
Take the Testlio Platform Course.
Take the Freelancer Conduct Guidelines course.
Complete the Automation Quiz.
Complete a hands-on assignment.
Take the Local Runs and Results Services course.
Automation Quiz
The Automation Quiz is an important requirement to be able to gain the Scripter Certification. This quiz tests your knowledge of automated testing and basic coding ability to make sure you’re ready for the certification and don’t waste your time.
Once you click to start the quiz, you have 5 days to complete it. It should take no more than 35 minutes to complete the quiz itself.
Hands-On Assignment
The practical scripting challenge is based on the combination of a specific language and framework. The code you submit is reviewed for correctness, efficiency, readability, and following good practices.
Once you click to start the assignment, you have 5 days to complete it. It should take no more than 60 minutes to complete the task itself.
Multiple Chances
If you are unsuccessful at your first attempt at one of the steps and you were not disqualified for cheating, you get a second chance to complete the step six months after the first attempt.
Reasons for Unsuccessful Attempts
The most common reasons for unsuccessful attempts are the following:
Scoring below the minimum required threshold.
Being disqualified for cheating.
Failing to start the task within the given deadline (for the hands-on assignment, the link expires after 5 days).
Feedback on Unsuccessful Attempts
Unfortunately, it is not possible to provide specific information about where mistakes were made. Every candidate is evaluated through a standardized procedure. A specialized team precisely verifies all steps in the evaluation process to ensure accuracy and fairness.
Helpful Materials
Refer to the Testlio Scripting Guidelines for guidance on how to make your code readable and more efficient.
FAQ
Will I be paid for taking the Scripter Certification?
You are not compensated for taking the Scripter Certification. You need to be certified to be eligible for workspaces where automated testing is required and you are paid for any work you do in those workspaces.
Are my results saved if I run out of time?
All of your work is automatically submitted, even if the time runs out. Your work is evaluated based on what you completed before the time limit.
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