CodeLink++ 2.0 Guidebook

Everything you need to know about the competitions

Competitive Programming

Test your algorithmic skills in this classic ICPC-style programming competition. Solve complex problems under time pressure and compete against the best coders.

Before the Competition

Happening before the main event

Practice Competition

A practice round will be conducted before the actual competition to help teams familiarize themselves with the VJudge platform, the contest format, and the judging environment. Highly recommended for all participants!

Competition Format

Round 1 — Debugging

Duration: 1 hour

Identify and fix bugs in given code. Tests your ability to read, understand, and correct code under pressure.

Round 2 — Programming

Duration: 1 hour | Top teams from Round 1

Classic algorithmic problem-solving. Write efficient solutions to novel programming challenges.

Platform

Competition will be held on VJudge.

Trial Contest: Click Here

Password: trial123

Set your VJudge account nickname as your team name before the competition.

Scoring System

ICPC Standard Penalty System:

Penalty = Time taken for correct submission + (20 × number of wrong attempts)

Teams are ranked by problems solved (descending), then by penalty time (ascending).

Competition Rules

✕No coding templates allowed.
✕No collaboration between teams.
✕Mobile phones are not allowed and must be submitted beforehand.
✕Pre-written code is strictly prohibited.
✓Internet is allowed ONLY for submissions.
✓Bring your own laptops and chargers.

⏰ Competition starts at 8:30 PM Sharp. Late entry is NOT allowed.

Practice Resources

Prepare using these platforms:

CodeforcesCodeChefLeetCodeAtCoder

General Rules (Both Competitions)

Every team must have at least one freshman or sophomore student.
Team size: 2-3 members (including leader).
Cross-campus teams are allowed.
Recent fresh graduates can participate by selecting "4th year (Senior)".
Participants can only register for ONE competition (timings overlap).
Plagiarism is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification.
Organizers reserve the right to modify rules under any circumstances.