You will come across tasks, where you will need to learn and code at the same time in order to complete the task. These tasks are extremely critical in your learning process, as it develops an application mindset. Please make sure you give these tasks your best attempt.
1. Learn and Practice Areas
Tasks that require you to code are divided into two areas on the screen - Learn and Practice. The 'Learn' area helps you understand the subject matter and the 'Practice' area provides you directions to apply the subject matter. We highly recommend all our learners to go over the 'Learn' area before they move on to the 'Practice' area.
2. Understand the Coding Area
The right pane of the screen is the Coding area where one can code and submit the solution.
2.1 Code Area & Data File
This is the place where you code and access the data file you are working on. You can also download the data file for your reference.
2.2 Output Pane
Your output and validation messages will appear in the output pane.
2.3 Try & Submit
'Try' button helps you reference your solution before you submit your solution. A 'try' will not be considered as a final record of the solution. 'Submit' is considered a final record of your solution. Hitting this button will check your code against various parameters. The 'Submit' action will have an impact on your score.
3. Evaluation
GLabs performs qualitative as well as quantitative evaluation of every code the learner submits on the platform.
3.1 Points Calculation
Your points are calculated based whether or not you use assistance (hints and solutions) and how far past the due date are submitting the project. Learn more about the grading system
3.2 Information Section
This section gives you a detailed analysis of your performance for the individual task. It shows the number of attempts, point deductions, the corresponding reasons, and many more.
4. Help & Support
You can use hints and solutions in case you are struggling in a task. But note that using hints and solutions will have a direct impact on your score. Please check this article to understand the grading system in detail.
4.1 Hints Tab
You can use hints if you are stuck on a task and need help. This action will deduct 15% of the available points.
4.2 Solution Tab
If a hint doesn't help and you are still struggling, you can use the solution. But if you do so, you will lose all your points, despite submitting the correct solution.
