Code Golf

Code Golf is a competitive programming event where participants aim to solve programming problems using the shortest possible source code. The challenge is to write concise, elegant, and efficient code to accomplish a given task. The team with the shortest code length wins the tournament.

Event Details:

Round 1:

1. Python is the only programming language allowed.
2. Each team will be allotted a fixed number of credit points before the round starts.
3. Participants are not allowed to access the internet during Round 1. However, essential Python documentation will be provided to all participants.
4. Some constraints (for e.g., which functions you cannot use) will be communicated on-spot and per problem statement basis.
5. Code length is measured in terms of the number of characters, including whitespace and newline characters, but excluding tab spaces.
6. Each problem in Round 1 will have a time limit of 10 mins (3 Problems in total). Participants must prioritise brevity and efficiency to complete the challenges within the given timeframe.
7. Length of the code will be deducted from the team’s credit bank & Top teams move on to Round 2 with all teams getting a bonus of credits (amount of credits will be decided during the event)
8. Intermission - Credit Trading: Teams that have credits left above a certain specified limit can trade credits left after Round 1 for extra time in Round 2. The decision to trade credits must be made collectively by the team.

Round 2:

1. Participants are not allowed to access the internet while writing code in Round 2 as well. The twist phase may involve internet access for a specific purpose, but this will be clearly communicated.
2. A surprise twist will be introduced during Round 2, challenging participants to adapt. Details of the twist will be revealed during the event.
3. Code length is measured in the same manner as Round 1. Participants should aim for concise and efficient code, considering the twist introduced and also the time constraint.
4. Code length will be deducted from the remaining credits from Round 1 and the team with the highest net credit left will win.

Rules and Regulations:

1. A team must consist of 2 participants.
2. All the participants must be from the same college.
3. Participants must present a physical college ID card and PID to participate in the event.
4. The decisions of the judges and organisers will be final

Judging Criteria:

1. Code length is measured in terms of the number of characters, including whitespace and newline characters, but excluding tab spaces.
2. Length of the code will be deducted from the team’s credit bank
3. Times and space complexity of code or the time they took to solve the problem may also be considered in case of tie.