CodeClash

EXACT VENUE: Seminar Hall, Department of CSE, Tezpur University

JOIN THE BATTLE AT CODECLASH!

Get ready to unleash your coding prowess at CodeClash, the ultimate showdown at Tezpur University's grand tech-fest, TechXetra! After a thrilling seven-year hiatus, we’re back and more electrifying than ever!

CodeClash is not just a coding contest; it’s a celebration of problem-solving, creativity, and adrenaline! Dive deep into the world of Data Structures and Algorithms as you tackle a series of challenging questions that will test your skills, speed, and strategic thinking.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Prepare for an exhilarating experience filled with innovation, creativity, and competitive spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned coder or just starting out, CodeClash promises to be a riveting experience!

• Challenge Yourself: Compete against the brightest minds and push your limits!
• Win Exciting Prizes: Stand a chance to win amazing rewards that celebrate your coding talents.
• Network with Peers: Connect with fellow tech enthusiasts and make lasting friendships.
• Learn and Grow: Each problem is an opportunity to learn something new, so embrace the challenge!

ARE YOU READY TO CODE FOR GLORY?

Gather your laptops, sharpen your skills, and join us for an unforgettable coding extravaganza at TechXetra! This is your moment to shine—let the clash begin!

1. All participants must register online for the contest within the time frame specified on the Unstop Page for the contest.
2. All registrations will be exclusively done through the Unstop platform. No other channels for registration are possible. No offline registrations will be accepted at the venue.
3. All participants must produce a valid ID Card issued by their current Educational Institute at the venue, before the contest, as instructed by the organizers. This ID card must be the same as the one uploaded during the registration process at Unstop.
4. Each participant must be a student satisfying at least one of the following criteria:
   1. Is undergoing school education (up to class XII)
   2. Is enrolled in an undergraduate programme in any discipline
   3. Is enrolled in a postgraduate programme in any discipline

Contest Format

1. The contest will be held on the Unstop platform.
2. All the participants must be physically present at the venue during the contest.
3. The contest will consist of four problems:
   1. One of easy difficulty
   2. Two of medium difficulty
   3. One of hard difficulty
4. The contest duration is 1.5 hours (90 minutes). The participants will be able to view the questions only during this time frame, and must submit their solution codes within the same.
5. The participants will be able to write their solution codes in any programming language supported by the Unstop platform.

Scoring & Ranking

1. Participants will be allotted points based on the number of test-cases their code passes for each of the questions.
2. Question of different difficulties will have different amount of points as follows:
   1. Easy – 30 points
   2. Medium – 40 points
   3. Hard – 50 points
3. Total points: 160 points
4. Ranking will be decided on the basis of points scored by the participants.
5. Organizers have access to automated performance reports for candidates, allowing for efficient evaluations and data-driven judging decisions. Additionally, manual evaluation methods, defined by the organizers, will be conducted with full transparency.

Equipment

1. All the participants are required to bring their own laptops for the contest.
2. All the participants must have an updated version of any compatible web browser for accessing the Unstop platform.
3. All the participants are required to arrange their own internet connection for the duration of the contest.
4. The responsibility of the participants’ belongings rests solely with the participants themselves. No extra provisions will be made for safekeeping of the participants’ possessions during the contest.
5. Participants must arrange their own transportation & accommodation.

Conduct

1. All the participants must maintain a respectful and professional demeanor throughout the contest.
2. All the participants must work individually and independently. No form of discussion, for whatsoever purpose, is allowed among the participants during the contest.
3. Use of any unauthorized materials or assistance, including but not limited to printed/hand-written papers containing notes and codes, online documentations, tutorials, generative AI tools, is prohibited.
4. Participants may bring & use blank papers for dry runs of test cases.
   
5. Violation of any of the rules and regulations of the contest will warrant immediate disqualification.

Disputes & Miscellaneous

1. Any disputes regarding scoring and/or results must be raised with the organizers within 30 minutes of result declaration.
2. All decisions by the organizers are final.