The evening before an exam is always very special. It is crucial to do the correct preparations before the test next morning, not only regarding the subject, but having a good daily rhythm in terms of food and sleep is just as important. Math exams are the toughest, and the five hour time limit passes by quicker than any other five hours. There cannot be much doubting in the theories and formulae, any hesitation or mistake costs precious grades.

Tomorrow I’ll be redoing the course final in digital electronics, to increase my grade from 3 to 5, the highest achievable. The last time I did this exam I wasn’t prepared enough, and being the first large exam I did at the university, I didn’t have the routine and stamina to give my best. And this time I’m prepared, I doubt there’s anything in the course I’ve missed. But you never know…

The exam starts at 0800, and I’ll get up at 0620. I’ll start the day with an athlete’s breakfeast, traditional Swiss Bircher Müesli, and after packing the exam snacks, I’m off. Let’s hope this goes all the way!