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Midnight Code Cup is here
By MidnightCodeCup, 25 hours ago, In English

Neapolis University Pafos

We’re excited to launch the first-ever Midnight Code Cup (MCC) — a team competition featuring an online Qualification round and a 24-hour onsite Final. Expect algorithmic challenges, optimization puzzles, cutting-edge computer science, and some just plain weird problems. It’ll be exhausting. And fun.

Who are we?

A team of problem solving geeks veterans enthusiasts, eager for the return of this contest format. The idea of Midnight Code Cup was born at Recraft.AI (AI image generation and graphic design pioneers) with huge support from JetBrains (creator of Kotlin, intelligent IDEs, and AI-driven developer tools) as well as Neon (developer-first open-source database) and Pinely (HFT company powered by competitive programmers).The sponsor list is not final and will be updated.

We are also thankful to have Codeforces as our hosting partner.

Who can participate?

Teams of 3 ready to rock and roll! No programming language, affiliation or problem solving methods restrictions. You only need to be at least 18 years old and have a slightly concerning enthusiasm for coding challenges.

Save the Date

April 12, 2025: Online Qualification (5 hours) – here at Codeforces

June 7–8, 2025: Onsite Final (24 hours) – Belgrade, Serbia

Problem setters and jury: Aksenov239, isaf27, NALP, Taube, Gassa, cdkrot, PavelKunyavskiy, tourist, qwerty787788, MaxBuzz, pvs, Solenoid555, nsychev, naagi

Registration opens soon – you have enough time to find a team. Leave your email here and you will be the first to register.

See you at Midnight!

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Thanks for reviving the craziest and the most fun programming competition format!

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Could you please provide more details?

  1. At what time does the qualification round begin, and what are the requirements to qualify?
  2. How do you plan to host a 24 hour onsite round? Will you provide a place to sleep during the contest?
  3. More details about the challenge itself would be helpful. I understand it’s not a conventional competitive programming contest, but a clearer description would help participants decide whether they want to take part in the contest or not.

Thanks!

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