Post-Exam

Guess I should have a record of some sort for this...

First of all, to put things in perspective, the time constraint of this exam is quite insane. How so? It's bad enough that anyone that needs to go to the washroom RUNS to the washroom. Because every minute counts. Both days, before the official start time, as we waited for the "go", I sat there and felt how fast my heart rate was. Everyone brings snacks and water and what not, but there's simply no time for any of that.

Day 1: Pacing was not too good. It's always hard to judge. Everyone starts out somewhat relaxed and then you always realize you need to speed up, and eventually you're in a panic to finish. Wasn't too rushed. Would have liked to add a bit to some parts, but at least I covered them. The topic was interesting and not really what I expected. Overall, okay.

Day 2: Pacing was even worse. 10min over on Q2, meaning 10min less on Q3. In an exam with this insane time limit, 10min over is a big deal. By the time I finished Q2, I was in a bit of panic and almost feel my hands shaking as I started reading Q3. Regardless, did Q3 in a rush, but still managed to address everything, even if only superficially.

The sad part is...over lunch...when you start discussing things with other people, you start to realize that you probably screwed up. I always try to avoid these discussions, but it's virtually impossible.

Anyhow...it's all said and done.

If I fail, that means I need to go through this all over again next year. If I pass, that means it's time to start prepping for the next (and last) exam. Either way, there's nothing good aheaad. -_-''

For now...a brutal 20 day wait.