What to expect in terms of competition problems?

All problems will feature an exactly specified problem and require you to design and implement an efficient algorithm that solves the problem.

The entire problem set from 2025 can be found in the problem archive.

Who can participate in the challenge?

Eligibility criteria for 2026 will be announced when the next year of the challenge officially launches. We are hoping to be able to expand the scope of the contest beyond what was possible in 2025.

Can I participate if I’m currently full-time employed?

If you are full-time employed, you are still eligible to participate. The only exception are the employees of Wincent and people living in the same household as them.

Do I need to pay to join?

No, participation in the challenge is completely free.

What happens if I miss one of the rounds?

Unfortunately, if you miss a round, you won’t be able to advance to the next stage of the challenge. Each round is mandatory for progression.

How are participants selected for the next stage?

Selection is based on performance in each round. For full details, please refer to the official Rules section.

What programming languages can I use?

You can use the programming language you’re most comfortable with. All competition problems are open-data and only the outputs of your programs are judged.

How will the onsite finals work?

Details on the onsite finals for 2026 will be announced when the next year of the challenge officially launches.

What if I have technical issues during the challenge?

If you experience technical issues during the challenge, please contact our support team immediately through the contact method provided on the challenge platform.

Still have unanswered questions? Try reading the full Competition Rules and also the legal Terms and Conditions for Participation.

If that doesn't help, email us: DragonByte@WincentDragonByte.com