All UT students are invited to the annual local programming contest organized by UPE, sponsored by Microsoft and Indeed.com, and conducted by the UT Programming Club. So here are the details:
What: UT-UPE Programming Contest
When: Saturday, April 4th, 1 PM - 6 PM
Where: PAI 3.14 (actual contest takes place in PAI 5.38N)
The prizes, sponsored by Microsoft, are:
1. Xbox 360 Pro Console 60GB with 2 Games
2. 8GB Zune
3. Rock band (includes game, guitar, drums, and mic)
4. Guitar hero (includes game and guitar)
Free dinner will be provided at the end of the contest provided by Indeed.com.
This contest is open to all students at UT - undergraduate, masters, PhD and to all majors.
For contest updates and details, visit http://utupe.org/programs/contests/ut_spring_09/
FAQ:
Q: How long is the contest?
A: The contest itself is 3 hours long and you would get to solve 4-6 problems. Besides the contest, there would be intro, dinner and prizes and discussion of solutions to the problems. So make sure you are free till 6 PM.
Q: What all can I bring?
A: You can bring any books, papers and pencils and any other stationary like rulers and compass. Personal calculators and computers are NOT allowed.
Q: What all languages can I program in?
A: Java, C, C++, Python. We shall be using the javac (version 6) compiler for Java and g++ (ver 4.2) for C/C++, and Python 2.6. We can add any other language (e.g Haskell/Pascal) supported by the lab linux machines on request (please come early).
Q: Can I pair program?
A: No. You must compete individually.
Q: What operating system would I get?
A: Linux. Make yourself familiar with the Linux environments available at the UT labs before showing up for the contest.
Q: What are the level of the problems? How can I practice?
A: A basic knowledge of one of the eligible programming languages is a primary requirement. You can get a feel for the level of the contest by solving last year's problems (http://utupe.org/programs/contests/ut_fall_08/problems/).
Google Code Jam, TopCoder, SPOJ and UVa all have excellent problems that are at a similar level of what you shall get at this contest. These sites also let you submit and test your own solutions.
Q: I have more questions!
A: Visit the contest web page. If you cannot find your answers there, feel free to email us at president@utupe.org.