Frequently Asked Questions

This is a continuously updated collection of frequently asked questions.

Course requirements

What is the expected workload for this course?

This course gives 6 ECTS credits, corresponding to a total workload of 180 hours. After subtracting 13 course sessions of 3.5 hours each, the remaining workload is about 9.6 hours per week over 14 weeks: (180 - 13 × 3.5) / 14. Note that this workload is intended to achieve an average grade according to the official European study system.

Git and GitHub

How do I get access to Classroom 50?

Your instructors must add your GitHub account to the course roster. If they have not done so, share your GitHub username with them. Then follow the two Classroom 50 setup steps using the links in ILIAS.

Where can I find the URL of my personal course repository?

After completing the setup steps, open My submission in Classroom 50. Follow the link to your repository on GitHub and copy its URL from the Code menu. Use this repository for the entire course.

How can I find out if my files were properly uploaded to the GitHub repository?

Open your course repository on GitHub in a web browser and check that the files are listed there.

How can I check if the HTML files in my GitHub repository have the right content?

You can check the contents of your (HTML) files by downloading them from the remote repository to your local computer. Therefore, press “code” (the green button) and then “download zip” in your repository using your internet browser. After downloading, you can open and render HTML files with your browser.