Becoming a Front-End Developer in OutSystems

Question 1

In which Service Studio layer would you find elements like “Decisions”, “Events”, and “Waits”?
A) Processes
B) Interface
C) Logic
D) Data

Answer 1

A) Processes

Question 2

What is the purpose of the “Timers” element in the Processes layer?
A) To define the order of user interface elements.
B) To create scheduled actions that run at specific intervals.
C) To manage data stored in the database.
D) To integrate with external systems.

Answer 2

B) To create scheduled actions that run at specific intervals.

Question 3

What is the purpose of “Roles” in the Logic layer?
A) To define the order in which logic flows should execute.
B) To control which users have access to specific logic elements.
C) To manage the data model for the application.
D) To create and manage timers.

Answer 3

B) To control which users have access to specific logic elements.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a component of the User Interface layer?
A) Screens
B) Themes
C) Structures
D) Scripts

Answer 4

C) Structures

Question 4

What is the difference between “Client Actions” and “Server Actions” in the Logic layer?
A) Client Actions run on the user’s device, while Server Actions run on the OutSystems server.
B) Client Actions are used for data storage, while Server Actions are used for user interface design.
C) Client Actions handle exceptions, while Server Actions manage security.
D) Client Actions are part of the Processes layer, while Server Actions belong to the Data layer.

Answer 4

A) Client Actions run on the user’s device, while Server Actions run on the OutSystems server.

Question 5

In the Data layer, what is the purpose of “Entities”?
A) To define the layout of the user interface.
B) To create business processes and workflows.
C) To define the structure and relationships of data in the database.
D) To handle errors and exceptions.

Answer 5

C) To define the structure and relationships of data in the database.

Question 6

What is the purpose of the 1-Click Publish button in Service Studio?
A) To create a new application.
B) To preview the application in a web browser.
C) To upload, compile, and deploy the application module to the server.
D) To manage user roles and permissions.

Answer 6

C) To upload, compile, and deploy the application module to the server.

Question 6

What are “Structures” in the Data layer used for?
A) To visually represent the relationships between tables in a database.
B) To store data temporarily in memory.
C) To define the rules for data validation.
D) To create user interface widgets.

Answer 6

B) To store data temporarily in memory.

Question 7

How can you switch between different versions of a published module in Service Studio?
A) By using the “Publish” button and selecting the desired version.
B) By clicking the “Open in Browser” button and choosing a specific version.
C) By going to the Module menu and selecting “Open Other Version”.
D) By using the “True Change” capability and comparing different versions.

Answer 7

C) By going to the Module menu and selecting “Open Other Version”.

Question 7

What happens when you click the “Open in Browser” button after publishing an application?
A) Service Studio opens a new browser window and displays the application.
B) The application is automatically deployed to the server and is accessible from the OutSystems platform.
C) You are prompted to choose a specific server to deploy the application.
D) The module is validated and any errors are displayed in the error list

Answer 7

A) Service Studio opens a new browser window and displays the application.

Question 8

What does the “Compare” button do when a version conflict occurs during publishing?
A) It automatically merges the changes from both versions.
B) It displays the differences between the two versions side-by-side.
C) It allows you to overwrite the existing version with your changes.
D) It prompts you to choose which version to keep.

Answer 8

B) It displays the differences between the two versions side-by-side.

Question 9

Which layer in Service Studio primarily focuses on the logic of the application, including Server Actions and Client Actions?
A) Processes
B) Interface
C) Logic
D) Data

Answer 9

C) Logic

Question 9

What is the purpose of the “Open Other Version” option in the Module menu?
A) To create a new version of the application.
B) To revert to a previous version of the module.
C) To publish the current version to the server.
D) To compare the current version with a previous version.

Answer 9

B) To revert to a previous version of the module.

Question 10

What is the primary function of the “True Change” feature in Service Studio?
A) To ensure that the application is working properly before publishing.
B) To validate the application module for errors and inconsistencies.
C) To generate code for the application.
D) To publish the application to the server.

Answer 10

B) To validate the application module for errors and inconsistencies.

Question 11

In the User Interface layer, what are “Widgets” used for?
A) To define the logic of the application.
B) To create database tables and data structures.
C) To build the visual elements and components of screens.
D) To manage user roles and permissions.

Answer 11

C) To build the visual elements and components of screens.

Question 12

What is the purpose of the “Distribute” tab in an application?
A) To configure and generate native mobile apps.
B) To define the data model for the application.
C) To publish the application to the server.
D) To create user interface screens and flows.

Answer 12

A) To configure and generate native mobile apps.

Question 13

What is the main purpose of the “Forge” tab in Service Studio?
A) To access pre-built components and reusable elements for applications.
B) To manage user roles and permissions.
C) To define the data model for the application.
D) To publish the application to the server.

Answer 13

A) To access pre-built components and reusable elements for applications.

Question 14

What is the role of the “Elements Tree” in the Service Studio workspace?
A) To display the visual representation of the application logic.
B) To show a list of all the elements within the current layer.
C) To manage the user interface design.
D) To create and edit database tables and data structures.

Answer 14

B) To show a list of all the elements within the current layer.

Question 15

What is the difference between “Client Variables” and “Site Properties” in the Data layer?
A) Client Variables store data on the server, while Site Properties store data on the user’s device.
B) Client Variables are specific to a user’s session, while Site Properties are shared across all users.
C) Client Variables are used for user interface design, while Site Properties are used for logic flow.
D) Client Variables are managed in the Logic layer, while Site Properties are managed in the Processes layer.

Answer 15

B) Client Variables are specific to a user’s session, while Site Properties are shared across all users.

Question 16

Why is it important to understand the different application layers in Service Studio?
A) To create a user interface for the application.
B) To define the logic and workflows for the application.
C) To manage the data model for the application.
D) To organize and access the elements needed to build an application.

Answer 16

D) To organize and access the elements needed to build an application.