Tuesday 7 August 2012

Situational Judgement blog is launched !!!


The blog is dedicated to Situational Judgement tests (SJTs) and is especially promoting iPhone and iPad applications that can be used to practice such challenging tests.

Check it out and stay tuned as the first application will be soon available ;)

Thursday 26 July 2012

Abstract Reasoning tests for iPad

The famous abstract reasoning testing application optimized for iPAD is now ready and can be downloaded from the iStore:

This has only advantages for the iPad owners:
- better visibility for the abstract diagrams;
- better usability;
- user-friendly interface;
- and all the previous advantages are kept (no time limit for the tests and no internet connection required).

all good news that will make you love abstract reasoning tests!!! 

Wednesday 11 July 2012

IT Assistant - oral interview for an European Agency (Brussels)

Technical

  • LAMP
  • IPv6
  • SQL definition and manipulation language
Behavioral
  • example when I helped my team to work better
  • example when I have chosen time over quality
  • example for a difficult situation/project
Service Management
  • an user requesting an increase of the personal My documents folder space size
  • how to deploy an approved change request
Motivation
  • knowledge about the programmes of the organisation
  • presentation
  • why me?

Thursday 5 July 2012

IT Assistant - written exercise for an European Agency (Brussels)

60 minutes to tackle the following points:

1. RUP

  • what are the principles?
  • detail the most important documents/artefacts.

2. Migrating an old application server

  • an existing framework contract exists and 2 alternatives are available; you are working inside the company for 3 years and you need to help the management to take a decision. How are you going to do it?

3. SQL

  • how is an n-n relationship modeled;
  • how to tackle a query with performance issues.

4. User requirements: a new corporate HR information system is being developed. You are part of the working group involving 5 multiple services, and you represent the interests of your organisation.

  • why should the requirements be prioritized?
  • how to assure that the requirements of the 5 services remain stable?


piece of cake ;)

Sunday 24 June 2012

Abstract Reasoning tests application for Iphone - available in App Store

Version 1 of the application was published into the Apple Apps Store.

Start practicing abstract reasoning tests today on your Iphone or Ipad today!

Have fun!

Tuesday 19 June 2012

oral interview: IT Project Manager profile (EPSO AD7-Assessment Center)

This time I had a 30 min technical interview on the IT domains (Project Management, Business Analysis and Software development): 

  • present your professional experiences in 2 minutes;
  • current job;
  • split-up the total years of experience on the 3 domains mentioned above (round-up);
  • detail your biggest project;
  • how do you monitor the activities;
  • What methodologies are you using?
  • Are these methodologies iterative, agile, waterfall like?
  • if your project is late how can you recuperate?
  • Let's say the project is late and the budget is limited what do you do? what if the deadlines cannot be delayed?
  • PMI certification?
  • How do you manage the change requests?
  • how do you keep track of the changes in requirements?
  • how do you keep the client involved/informed?
  • experience with tender procedures (client perspective) and technical annexes;
  • experience with Enterprise Architecture;

Sunday 29 January 2012

Abstract Reasoning: available on your Iphone soon !!!!

Abstract Reasoning announces that an Iphone application will be made available soon!!!

Get ready to practice and succeed the challenging abstract reasoning tests, while having fun on your Iphone ;)

Until then, check the website for other free resources ;)