Alibaba ACA GenAI exam-day guide
Alibaba ACA GenAI · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the exact ID name that matches your registration. For online proctoring, ensure the ID is valid and unobscured for the webcam check. Confirm the accepted ID types with the provider.
Exam appointment confirmation and login credentials
Have your confirmation email, candidate/portal login, and any exam access code ready before the session starts. Confirm with the provider which credentials the proctoring platform requires.
Stable internet connection and a backup
For remote exams, use a wired or strong Wi-Fi connection and have a phone hotspot as backup. Run the provider's system/pre-checks in advance.
Compatible computer with webcam and microphone
If testing online, verify your camera, mic, and browser meet the proctoring requirements. Confirm supported browsers/devices with the provider.
Quiet, well-lit, private room
Clear your desk of papers, phones, and notes unless explicitly allowed. Ensure lighting so the proctor can see you and your workspace.
Power and charging
Charge your laptop and keep the charger plugged in. For in-person testing, know the venue's power/parking logistics.
Understand the exam format and timing
Know the number of questions, time limit, question types, and whether it is open- or closed-book. Confirm these specifics with the provider, as they can change.
Allowed materials only
Bring only what the rules permit (e.g., pen/paper if allowed). Do not bring unauthorized notes or devices. Confirm the allowed-items list with the provider.
Review key GenAI concepts (not materials)
Do a light review of core Alibaba Cloud GenAI topics: model service basics, prompt engineering, RAG, fine-tuning concepts, and API usage patterns. Avoid cramming new material the night before.
Plan arrival/setup buffer time
Arrive or log in 15-30 minutes early to handle ID checks and technical setup. Confirm the required check-in window with the provider.
Water and a simple snack (if permitted)
Stay hydrated and rested. Confirm whether food/drink is allowed at your test location or during remote proctoring.
Backup contact for technical issues
Save the provider's support contact in case of connection or proctoring problems. Confirm the correct support channel with the provider.
Plan the day
Confirm appointment details, ID requirements, and exam format with the provider. Run any system/proctoring checks. Do focused review of weak GenAI topics and practice a few hands-on API/prompt examples. Get good sleep each night.
Light review only: skim summary notes on model service, prompt engineering, RAG, and fine-tuning. Prepare your ID, login info, and workspace. Charge devices, test internet and webcam, and confirm the start time and time zone. Avoid cramming new topics.
Eat a normal meal and hydrate. Log in or arrive early per the provider's check-in window. Re-test camera, mic, and connection. Close all other applications and silence your phone. Have your ID and credentials within reach.
Read each question fully and watch the clock. Answer confident questions first, flag uncertain ones, and return to them. Eliminate clearly wrong options on multiple-choice items. For scenario questions, focus on the best-fit Alibaba Cloud GenAI practice. Don't leave items blank unless the rules penalize guessing. Confirm the guessing policy with the provider.
Rules to check
Present valid government-issued photo ID matching your registration; the proctor may verify identity and environment before and during the exam.
Follow all proctoring and environment rules: no unauthorized devices, notes, or other people. Confirm the exact allowed-items and room rules with the provider.
Do not communicate with others or use external help during the exam; treat it as closed-book unless the provider explicitly states otherwise.
Know the break policy in advance; many proctored exams do not allow breaks. Confirm with the provider whether breaks are permitted and how they affect timing.
Understand the scoring and pass mark before test day; scoring models and passing scores can change, so confirm the current criteria with the provider.
If a technical issue occurs, stay calm, avoid troubleshooting that violates rules, and contact the provider's support through the approved channel immediately.
Do not attempt to record, screenshot, or share exam content; doing so typically violates the candidate agreement. Confirm the specific terms with the provider.
Arrive or log in within the required check-in window; late entry may be refused or time may be deducted. Confirm the late-arrival policy with the provider.