Katarzyna Nowak
Research Writer, Assessment Platforms
Katarzyna researches online assessment and proctoring platforms, reading vendor documentation and policy changes to explain what each tool can and cannot detect.
- Proctoring platforms
- Online assessments
- AI detection
Articles by Katarzyna Nowak
Are HackerRank Certifications Worth It in 2026? Honest Review
HackerRank certifications are free, fast and easy to verify, but their hiring value depends heavily on which certificate you earn and where you are applying. Here is a scored, honest breakdown.
Online Assessment Tips 2026: How to Pass Coding OAs Faster
Many candidates fail coding OAs on time management and hidden test cases, not on algorithms. This platform-agnostic playbook covers setup, problem order, time budgets, partial credit and the edge cases that sink scores.
Does TestGorilla Detect Cheating and AI? The 2026 Breakdown
TestGorilla detects cheating through browser-level signals: periodic webcam snapshots, full-screen exits, tab and mouse tracking, IP logging, and copy-paste blocking. It groups them into behavior tiers but does not label anyone a cheater.
Does Coderbyte Detect AI or Cheating? What It Sees in 2026
Coderbyte detects AI indirectly: it compares your code against AI-generated and peer solutions, logs pastes and tab exits, and can record your webcam. It cannot see anything running outside the browser tab.