> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.bitscale.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Foundation Knowledge Check

> Pass the knowledge check to earn +200 bonus XP and unlock Foundation Certification eligibility.

<Info>
  **Foundation Milestone · +200 XP Bonus · \~15 min**

  Pass the knowledge check with a score of 80% or above to earn 200 bonus XP. This completes the Foundation track (750 XP total) and makes you eligible for Foundation Certification.
</Info>

# Foundation Knowledge Check

You've covered five modules. Now let's find out how much actually stuck.

The knowledge check is 15 questions covering all five Foundation modules. You need 80% to pass (12/15 correct). If you don't pass on the first attempt, review the modules you struggled on and retake it — there's no limit on attempts.

<Warning>
  **Don't rush this.** The knowledge check is also your first gate to Foundation Certification. The certification assessment is harder. Treat this as preparation, not just a box-tick.
</Warning>

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## What's Covered

| Module                       | Topics Tested                                                               |
| ---------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| F-1: What is GTM Automation? | GEO framework, four Bitscale layers, real cost of manual GTM                |
| F-2: Understanding Your ICP  | Four ICP dimensions, how they map to Bitscale columns, calibration loop     |
| F-3: Your First Grid         | Grid creation, column types, import, run order, expected outputs            |
| F-4: Reading Your Data       | Confidence scores, freshness windows, catch-all domains, cascade enrichment |
| F-5: Bitscale Workflow Model | Sources, run conditions, scheduling, export filters                         |

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## Unlock on Pass

If you pass (≥ 80%), you earn:

* **+200 XP** (bringing your Foundation total to 750 XP)
* **Eligibility for Foundation Certification** — you'll receive a separate invite to take the certification assessment
* **Access to the Outbound Automation track**

<Tip>
  **Founding Cohort:** The first 50 people to complete Foundation Certification (not just the knowledge check) receive a hand-signed certificate, a Hall of Fame feature, and early access to all future tracks.

  [Reserve your founding cohort spot →](https://bitscale.fillout.com/academy-founding)
</Tip>

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## Ready?

The knowledge check takes about 15 minutes. Read each question carefully — some are scenario-based, not just recall.

[Take the Foundation Knowledge Check →](https://bitscale.fillout.com/academy-foundation-check)

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## After You Pass

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  <Card title="Foundation Certification" icon="award" href="/academy/certifications/foundation">
    View what's required to earn your Foundation Cert and get it on LinkedIn.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Outbound Automation Track" icon="target" href="/academy/outbound/overview">
    Start the Outbound track — 7 modules, 1,000 XP, and the Outbound Specialist Certification.
  </Card>
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