Built by a CPA who failed four section
attempts, then passed all four.
17,658 MCQs. 603 simulations.
Every wrong answer explained, cited.
Wrongly keyed question? That pays you $50.
The free sample is 400 questions and
18 sims. No signup, no card.
Start the free practice exam
or look around first
C6fx=C5/C4
| A | B | C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quantity | Arithmetic | Result |
| 2 | Question attempts | 26,162 + 1,150 | 27,312 |
| 3 | Simulation attempts | per the log | 947 |
| 4 | Total attempts | 27,312 + 947 | 28,259 |
| 5 | Deleted before shipping | 9,741 + 142 + 344 | 10,227 |
| 6 | Reject rate | 10,227 ÷ 28,259 | 36.2% |
| 7 | The bank today | 16,421 + 1,007 + 223 | 17,658 MCQs |
| 8 | Simulations shipped | 944 − 344, + 3 | 603 sims |
| 9 | Total build cost | $3,730 + $159 + $429 | $4,318 |
| 10 | Founder hours (≈500) | ASC 350: expense as incurred | $0 capitalized |
| 11 | Lectures | #DIV/0! | #REF! |
Every figure ties to the downloadable logs → chatcpa.io/methodology
NameTypeDate modified
📄easter_eggs.txtText Document—
easter_eggs.txt is protected.
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you got in. 74 fails, 75 passes. it always did.
1. the song is paused at 74:59 of 75:00. it never finishes.
2. the ledger expenses the founder at $0 and divides lectures by zero.
3. the red triangle on A11 has opinions.
4. price your evenings in make_or_buy and watch the $9 go red.
5. Excel has 57 workbooks open. SALY.xlsx is one of them.
click any of them. it stops responding.
6. in the recycle bin, BEC could not be found, testimonials.txt
is 0 bytes, and both memes died in legal review. restore is denied.
7. the inbox: the partner's five minutes, the client's out of office,
a TB that does not foot, and a mom who knows you'll pass.
8. NASBA notes the score does not change when observed.
9. the resume lists one skill.
10. congratulations.pdf sorts to the top. that was the point.
11. search for something that does not exist. the desktop tells you
where it probably lives.
12. the 404 page is this desktop. getting lost lands you here.
13. windows 95 and 7 remember a fourth book. it is corrupted.
it can be dragged into the old folder, where it keeps its date.
14. risk_assessment.exe is minesweeper. the mines are misstatements.
trial_balance.exe is sudoku. every column has to tie.
timesheet.exe cannot be submitted. that one is not a bug.
15. the client sent the PBCs as a scan of a printout. upside down.
16. the briefcase in the tray is a boss key. someone is walking by
right now.
17. and this file: 74 failed, 75 opened. you knew the password all along.
Restore all (10,227)
C5fx=C4-C2
| A | B | C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Item | Arithmetic | Result |
| 2 | Make: build your own | API tokens, DIY | ≈$50 |
| 3 | Make: verify every answer | 20 evenings × $/each | unpriced |
| 4 | Buy: this bank | per month | $59 |
| 5 | Gain (loss) from making | 59 − (50 + evenings) | $9 |
| 6 | What the $9 buys | 28,259 built · 10,227 deleted · $50 warranty | blind spots: ours |
The make option is real. We explain it ourselves → the buy option
| A | B | C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | This method | $3k courses | |
| 2 | MCQs, 2,000 at 2-3 min each | 75 hrs | 20 hrs |
| 3 | Simulations, 50 at 20-30 min | 20 hrs | 5 hrs |
| 4 | Lectures, videos, flashcards | 0 hrs | 100 hrs |
| 5 | Total, for AUD | 95 hrs | 125 hrs |
| A | B | C | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ChatCPA | NINJA | Gleim | |
| 2 | Monthly | $59 | $67 | — |
| 3 | One-time | $499 | monthly only | $999 |
| 4 | You keep it | lifetime | while subscribed | 18 months |
| 5 | Sections at once | all 6 | 1 per 30 days | 3 core + 1 |
| 6 | MCQs open to you | 17,658 | 503 to 2,093 | 12,000+ |
| 7 | Simulations | 603 | 11 to 108 | 1,200+ |
| 8 | Pays you for a wrong answer | $50 | — | — |
| A | B | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The lecture course job | Done here by |
| 2 | Instructor explains the concept | 4 written rationales on every one of 17,658 questions |
| 3 | Ask the instructor | AI tutor on every screen |
| 4 | Syllabus | Planner phases: coverage, depth, drill, taper |
| 5 | Chapter tests | 5 mastery gates on every Blueprint topic |
| 6 | Teach-it-back study group | Graded teach-back |
| 7 | TBS walkthrough videos | Approach walkthrough on all 603 sims |
| 8 | Exam strategy chapters | The Tell Index |
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Nicholas Miller, CPA
Oregon license #14907 · chatcpa.io
Experience
Founder, ChatCPA. Built a 17,658-question CPA test bank, deleted 10,227 attempts that failed review, and pays $50 per wrongly keyed question found. All of it published.
CPA exam
REG: 67, 65, then 82.
FAR: 74, 74, then 79.
AUD: passed, expired, passed again at 87.
Passed all four. Eventually.
Skills
Passing AUD. Passed it, lost the credit to two 74s on FAR, passed it again.
References
The changelog. It remembers everything, including our errors.
NASBAYour CPA Exam score is now available - Do not reply to this email. Do not call. Nobody can see it early.11:58 PM
Your score is available on the portal. Please note that refreshing the portal does not change the score.
Call volume is high. Representatives cannot see your score, read your score, or discuss your score.
dashboard.nasba.org
Partnerquick one before you log off - should only take five minutes6:47 PM
Can you tie out all the GL opening balances to the PY file before tomorrow's call? Should only take five minutes. Thanks!!
Sent from my iPhone
me, 6:58 PM: this will take four hours.
Partner (Automatic Reply): I am out of the office, on the golf course, with limited access to email.
Kyleyou coming tonight?? - one drink. literally one drink5:12 PM
come onnnn. one drink
me: REG in 11 days.
Kyle: bro I passed years ago, you'll be fine. it's honestly not that bad
Client (Automatic Reply)Automatic reply: URGENT: open PBC items - I am out of the office until the 22nd with limited access to email.4:02 PM
I am out of the office until the 22nd with limited access to email. For urgent matters, please contact me when I return.
> original message: Hi, the report issues tomorrow. Still missing PBC items 4, 7, and 12. Anything helps.
Senior ManagerHey, quick question - 2:13 PM
ManagerPizza party 🍕 (mandatory) - Friday 7:00 PM. Attendance will be tracked.9:41 AM
To thank you for all your hard work this year, we would like to have a pizza party this Friday at 7:00 PM in the large conference room. Attendance is mandatory and will be tracked.
You are welcome to request any pizza you like (one topping max).
Please do not charge the time.
HRFY26 results: a record year - Thank you for the effort that made this possible.9:02 AM
Team,
FY26 was the strongest revenue year in the firm's history. Thank you for the effort that made this possible.
After careful review, merit increases will not be issued this cycle. Compensation remains under evaluation against market conditions.
Your managers will be organizing something to recognize the team.
Managing PartnerAre you at your desk? - Going into a meeting, cannot take calls.7:38 AM
Going into a meeting and cannot take calls.
I need you to purchase six $500 gift cards for a client appreciation matter and send me the activation codes. Discretion appreciated. You will be reimbursed.
Sent from my iPhone
from: managing.partner.finance-dept@mail-secure.ru
CPA PASS GURU ✨GUARANTEED PASS — $2,999 (today only) - Our proprietary AI predicts your exact exam questions and...3:14 AM
Pass the CPA with EASE, guaranteed or your money back**. Our proprietary NeuroLearning™ AI predicts the EXACT questions on YOUR exam. 97.4% pass rate*. Only 3 spots left!!
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ClientTB attached - attachment: WTB_FINAL_v14.07(final)(2).xlsxThu
Attached! A few numbers changed since v13 but I didn't keep track of which ones.
Let me know if it doesn't foot.
PartnerFY26 bonus structure - Due to macroeconomic headwinds...Thu
Due to macroeconomic headwinds, this year's performance bonuses will be replaced with branded tumblers.
The tumblers are quite good.
RecruiterExciting opportunity!! - I came across your profile and was very impressedWed
Hi! I came across your profile and was very impressed. My client is hiring a Staff Accountant (entry level). Requirements: active CPA license, 10+ years of experience. Competitive salary, DOE. Are you free for a quick 15-minute call?
me: What does it pay?
Recruiter: Are you free for a quick 15-minute call?
IT SupportAction required: restart your computer - A mandatory update has been scheduled.Tue
A mandatory update has been scheduled for your device.
Please restart now to avoid interruption. Restart now
LinkedInYou have 3 new notifications - Chad started a new position. Say congrats!Tue
Here's what you missed:
Chad (your former intern) started a new position: CFO. Say congrats!
Jessica passed all four CPA exams on her first attempt. Say congrats! 🎉
1 new job for you: Senior Accountant. 212 applicants.
PrometricAppointment Confirmation - Arrive 30 minutes early. Two forms of ID.Mon
Your appointment is confirmed. Arrive 30 minutes early to be photographed, fingerprinted, wanded, and asked to turn your pockets inside out. Your water bottle will wait in a locker.
We look forward to seeing you.
Momdid you pass?? - grandma is asking. also are you eating enoughSun
did you pass?? grandma is asking. also are you eating enough
me: the exam is NEXT WEEK, mom.
Mom: You're smart. You'll pass.
13 minutes, nothing staged · more on the channel
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💣risk_assessment.exeApplication74 KB
🔢trial_balance.exeApplication75 KB
⏱️timesheet.exeApplication0.1 KB
does it tie?new TB
Week ending Friday · Engagement 4471 · Status: OPEN
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0 / 50 words
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📄scan0043.pdfPDF Documentday 34
| Account | Debit | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Cash | 418,220 | |
| Accounts receivable | 1,106,940 | |
| Inventory | 872,015 | |
| Accounts payable | 644,180 | |
| Accrued liabilities | 129,505 | |
| Common stock | 500,000 | |
| Retained earnings | 1,123,488 | |
| Total | 2,397,175 | 2,397,173 |
Received as a scan of a printout. Ask the client for the file → no reply.
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We're just collecting some error info, and then we'll restart for you.
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