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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Common questions about AkademiTrack answered.

General Questions

What is AkademiTrack?

AkademiTrack is an automation tool that automatically registers your attendance for STU (Selvstendige Terminoppgaver) sessions at Akademiet schools. It monitors your schedule and registers attendance when registration windows open.

Is AkademiTrack official?

No, AkademiTrack is not an official Akademiet or iSkole product. It's created by students to help other students manage their STU attendance more efficiently.

Is AkademiTrack free?

Yes, AkademiTrack is completely free and open source. You can view the source code on GitHub.

Which schools are supported?

AkademiTrack supports all Akademiet schools in Norway that use the iSkole system for attendance registration.

Does AkademiTrack work for other types of classes?

No, AkademiTrack is specifically designed for STU sessions only. It will not register attendance for regular classes, lectures, or other session types.


Installation and Setup

Do I need to install anything else?

No, AkademiTrack is a standalone application. Just download and run. On some systems you may need to install .NET runtime if prompted.

Can I install on multiple computers?

Yes, you can install AkademiTrack on as many devices as you want. Each device will need its own setup with your Feide credentials.

How much disk space does it need?

AkademiTrack requires approximately 50-100 MB of disk space, including room for logs.

Can I run it from a USB drive?

Yes, AkademiTrack is portable. However, settings and credentials will be stored on each computer you use, not on the USB drive.


Security and Privacy

Is my password safe?

Yes. Your Feide password is encrypted using industry-standard encryption before being stored locally on your device. It's never sent to anyone except Feide's official authentication servers.

Where is my data stored?

All data is stored locally on your device:

  • Windows: C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Roaming\AkademiTrack
  • macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/AkademiTrack
  • Linux: ~/.config/AkademiTrack

Can the developers see my password?

No. Your credentials are encrypted and stored only on your device. The developers have no access to your password or any personal information.

Does AkademiTrack collect any data about me?

No. AkademiTrack does not collect, transmit, or store any personal information on external servers. All data stays on your device.

Is AkademiTrack open source?

Yes, the source code is available on GitHub. You can review it yourself to verify security and privacy claims.

What permissions does AkademiTrack need?

  • Internet access (to communicate with iSkole)
  • Local file storage (to save settings and logs)
  • System notifications (to alert you of registrations)
  • No other permissions required

Using AkademiTrack

Do I need to keep AkademiTrack running all day?

You need to keep it running until all your STU sessions for the day have been registered. After that, you can close it.

Can I use my computer normally while AkademiTrack runs?

Yes, AkademiTrack runs in the background and doesn't interfere with other applications.

What happens if I close AkademiTrack before registration?

Any pending registrations won't happen. You'll need to register manually or restart AkademiTrack.

Can I let AkademiTrack run overnight?

Yes, though it only monitors sessions for the current day. It will complete and stop once all today's sessions are handled.

Will it register attendance if I'm not actually at school?

Yes. AkademiTrack registers attendance based on registration window timing, not your physical location. Users are responsible for following school attendance policies.

What if I have STU at the same time as another class?

AkademiTrack automatically detects conflicts and skips STU sessions that overlap with other classes. This prevents double-booking issues.

How early should I start AkademiTrack?

Start it anytime before your first STU session's registration window opens. Many users start it when they arrive at school or begin studying.


Technical Questions

What happens if my internet disconnects?

If internet disconnects during monitoring, AkademiTrack may fail to register attendance. You should check the activity log and restart automation if needed.

Does AkademiTrack work with VPN?

Usually yes, but VPNs can sometimes interfere with authentication. If you experience issues, try without VPN.

How often does it check for registration windows?

AkademiTrack calculates when windows open and checks at the appropriate times. It doesn't constantly poll the server.

How many API requests does it make?

One request per day to fetch your schedule, then one request per registration window that opens. It's very efficient.

Can I run multiple instances?

You can, but it's not recommended. Multiple instances might register the same session multiple times.

Does it work offline?

No, AkademiTrack requires internet connection to communicate with iSkole servers.


Troubleshooting

Why isn't it finding my STU sessions?

  • Check that you actually have STU sessions today in iSkole
  • Verify your computer's date/time are correct
  • Try restarting automation
  • Enable detailed logging to see what's happening

Why does it say "login failed"?

  • Verify your credentials by logging into iSkole manually
  • Check that you selected the correct school
  • Ensure your Feide account isn't locked
  • Try updating your password in Settings

Automation stopped working mid-day. What happened?

  • Could be network disconnection
  • Session might have expired
  • Check activity log for errors
  • Simply restart automation to continue

All my sessions are being skipped. Why?

  • AkademiTrack detected conflicts with other classes
  • This is correct behavior to prevent double-booking
  • Check your schedule in iSkole to verify overlaps

Updates and Development

How do I update AkademiTrack?

AkademiTrack checks for updates automatically. When available, you'll get a notification. Click it and follow prompts, or go to Settings → Updates.

How often are updates released?

Updates are released as needed for bug fixes and new features. No fixed schedule.

Can I suggest new features?

Yes! Create a feature request on GitHub Issues or contact the developers directly.

Can I contribute to development?

Yes! AkademiTrack is open source. See the Development Guide for information on contributing.

Will there be a mobile app?

Not currently planned. AkademiTrack is designed for desktop use where you're likely to be when attending class.


School Policy and Ethics

Is using AkademiTrack allowed?

You should check with your school. While AkademiTrack automates a legitimate process, schools may have policies about automation tools.

Does this count as cheating?

AkademiTrack only registers attendance when you would otherwise register manually. It's an efficiency tool, not a way to fake attendance.

What if I'm not actually at school?

Users are responsible for following their school's attendance policies. AkademiTrack is designed to assist with legitimate attendance registration, not to circumvent policies.

Can I get in trouble for using this?

AkademiTrack operates within iSkole's normal usage patterns, but you should verify compliance with your school's policies on automation tools.


Specific Features

What does "conflict detection" do?

It identifies when STU sessions overlap with other scheduled classes and automatically skips those sessions to prevent double-booking.

How do notifications work?

System notifications appear when attendance is registered or when automation completes. You can configure your OS notification settings to control how they appear.

What's the difference between normal and detailed logging?

Normal logging shows important events. Detailed logging shows technical details useful for troubleshooting, but creates more log messages.

Can I manually trigger a registration?

No, AkademiTrack works automatically. For manual registration, use iSkole directly.

Does auto-start work on all platforms?

"Start with system" works on Windows and macOS. It's currently broken on Linux (known issue).


Comparison Questions

How is this different from registering manually?

AkademiTrack monitors multiple sessions automatically and registers exactly when windows open. You don't need to watch the clock or remember to register.

Why not just use browser automation?

AkademiTrack is specifically designed for this purpose, more reliable, and doesn't require keeping a browser window open.

What advantages does AkademiTrack have?

  • Monitors multiple sessions simultaneously
  • Never forgets to register
  • Detects scheduling conflicts
  • Efficient (minimal API usage)
  • Secure credential storage
  • Clean, purpose-built interface

Getting Help

Where can I get help?

  • Read the Troubleshooting page
  • Check this FAQ
  • Search GitHub Issues
  • Create a new issue on GitHub
  • Contact developers directly

How do I report a bug?

Create an issue on GitHub with:

  • Your OS and AkademiTrack version
  • Description of the problem
  • Steps to reproduce
  • Activity log (with detailed logging enabled)
  • Screenshots if relevant

How do I request a feature?

Create a feature request issue on GitHub explaining:

  • What feature you want
  • Why it would be useful
  • How you envision it working

Where is the source code?

GitHub repository: https://github.com/CyberGutta/AkademiTrack


Still Have Questions?

If your question isn't answered here:

  1. Check the other wiki pages (User Guide, Troubleshooting, etc.)
  2. Search existing GitHub Issues
  3. Create a new issue on GitHub
  4. Contact the developers:
    • Andreas Nilsen (@CyberNilsen)
    • Mathias Hansen (@CyberHansen)

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