Viewing Competitor Work
As a judge, you have read-only access to every aspect of a competitor's work: their deployed application, source code, and database.
Live Deployment
Each competitor has a unique URL for their deployed work. Click the deployment link to view their application in a new tab.
Deployment is active and accessible
A new deployment is in progress — wait a moment
Deployment failed — check build logs or report to admin
Git Repository
Access the competitor's source code through the Git server. You can:
- Browse files — Navigate the directory structure and view any file
- View commit history — See all commits with timestamps and messages
- Compare commits — View diffs to see exactly what changed between versions
- Check branches — See if the competitor used multiple branches
Database Access
If the module uses a database, access phpMyAdmin to:
- View table structure — Check schema design and relationships
- Browse data — See the actual content in tables
- Run queries — Execute read-only SQL to verify data integrity
Evaluation Tips
Check the deployed application first
Start with the live site to understand what the competitor has built before diving into code.
Review commit frequency
Regular commits throughout the module suggest consistent work. Large gaps or last-minute pushes may indicate issues.
Use browser developer tools
For frontend work, inspect elements, check console for errors, and test responsive behavior.
Document what you find
Take notes or screenshots for your records. NStrim doesn't store marking comments — use your organization's marking sheets.