Guides

Short, useful reads about how the Cloud Skills Arcade Program works — written for people who'd rather spend their time earning points than decoding rulebooks.

• 01How Arcade Points Are CalculatedA plain-English breakdown of every point source in the Cloud Skills Arcade Program.5 min
• 02Facilitator Milestones ExplainedHow facilitator bonuses can affect your total during eligible program windows.6 min
• 03Tips to Maximize Your PointsA short playbook for finishing the season near the top of the tier ladder.7 min
• 04Program Timeline & DeadlinesHow each cohort is structured and when the key dates typically fall.5 min
• 05Understanding the Tier LadderWhat Trooper, Ranger, Champion, and Legend mean for the 2026 reward ladder — and how the waterfall system works.6 min
• 06Sharing Your Results EffectivelyHow to turn a share card into study accountability and community engagement.5 min
• 07Syncing Qwiklabs History to Cloud Skills BoostHow to link a legacy Qwiklabs account to Cloud Skills Boost so past badges and credits count toward the 2026 Arcade.5 min
• 08Skill Badge vs Arcade Game: Which Earns Points Faster?A points-per-hour breakdown of every activity type so you can prioritize the work that moves the needle.6 min
• 09How to Reach Champion Tier (95 Points) FastestA week-by-week plan to hit the Champion threshold in a single season without burning out.7 min