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Module Description

To excel in RS School, it's crucial to comprehend the course structure, unique aspects of the educational process, and how to communicate with fellow students, mentors, and course administrators. You'll also need to know how to complete assignments, submit them for review, and evaluate the work of your peers.

The course documentation answers most queries. However, it's worth noting that the educational process is ever-changing, and the documentation may not always be up-to-date.

Objectives for This Module:

1. Get to Know RS School and the Course:
   • Educational process in the community-based school
   • Course rules and requirements
   • Course schedule and YouTube channel
   • Official Documentation
2. Become Familiar with the RS APP Learning Platform:
   • Features and functionalities
   • How to sign up?
   • How to submit assignments for review?
3. Join the Communication Channels: Discord & Telegram
   • How to register on the RS School's Discord server?
   • Overview of channel structures
   • Culture of communication
   • Different roles within the community

Educational Materials

1. Read the course documentation https://docs.rs.school/#/en/js-fe-course

   • Learning process
   • Possible reasons for expulsion
   • Submitting assignments in RS APP
   • What is Cross-check?
   • Who is an RS Activist?
   • When is employment possible?

2. Remember the etiquette rules of RS School:

   • If someone helped you, don't forget to say thank you. Preferably, use https://app.rs.school/gratitude
   • If someone helped you with a question, and you see other students struggling with the same issue, it is highly encouraged to reciprocate the help
   • If you have any problems with task completion or the school platform (RS App) - it's best not to direct message administrators or moderators

Practice

1. You need to create and fill out a student profile in RS APP. Access to the RS APP is through your GitHub account. You can create a GitHub account here - https://github.com/.
2. Check if you're enrolled in the course. To do this, go to https://app.rs.school/ and navigate to the "Dashboard" page. The top of the page should display a heading like Student dashboard {Your Course Name}, for example, Student dashboard JS/FE Pre-School 2022Q4.
3. Include your GitHub account in your Discord nickname https://docs.rs.school/#/rs-school-chats
4. Bookmark the course schedule. To do this, go to https://app.rs.school/ and navigate to the "Schedule" page.
5. Take the "RSS Test" in RS APP (Submitting assignments in RS APP).

Terminology You Need to Know

• cross-check
• code-of-conduct
• RS App
• create an issue
• write gratitude

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I study the modules and do the projects in advance?

Absolutely!

Can I skip webinars?

Yes, you can. Webinar recordings can be found on our YouTube channel.

Videos are more convenient to watch at a speed of 1.25 or higher.

Is it mandatory to watch the school's webinars?

No. Links to the recommended theory for study are located in the modules. After studying the module materials independently, you can watch the webinar to reinforce the information or ask questions to the trainer.

Can I take the course multiple times?

Yes. 15-25% of students take the course multiple times.

I'm attending the school for the first time and can't keep up with all the assignments. What should I do?

Continue learning and don't worry about the rating. 15-25% of students take the course multiple times, and over 30% have been trained in other schools.

I'm a beginner. Do I have to complete all the course assignments to the maximum?

This is a common mistake: thinking that you have to go all out, stressing over each task, and eventually giving up after 2-3 months. Do as much as you can manage; don't chase the top spots in the rankings. If you're a beginner juggling work and limited time for learning, it's highly unlikely you'll complete the course in one go—and that's okay. Learning a new profession is not a sprint; it's a marathon. It's better to dedicate two hours a day for a year than to work eight hours a day for two months and then conclude that "it's not for me" because it's hard to compete with those who are retaking the course or have a strong background. A good outcome is not about topping the leaderboards but completing the tasks—even if it's just one out of the ten required. If you've accomplished something you couldn't a month ago, you're heading in the right direction. The course starts once a year, so if you can't complete it this time, you have the opportunity to join again next year, better prepared with the knowledge from earlier stages.