Hackerrank

Archit Jha

Event Head

Overview

This online competitive programming event challenges participants to solve problems in Python 3 on HackerRank. It emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and fair play, with plagiarism or external assistance strictly prohibited. Participants must stay updated via the official Discord server, and rankings are based on correct test cases and efficiency, using time as a tie-breaker.

Rules and Guidelines

General Conduct

  • This is an entirely online, single-round competitive programming event.

  • Language Restriction: All coding must be done strictly in Python 3. Submissions in other languages or older Python versions will not be evaluated.

  • Platform: Participants must have a registered, active account on HackerRank prior to the event.


OVERVIEW

THEME: Smart Detox - Personalized Digital Wellness Guide

Participants must create a Screen Time Detox app that tracks app usage, highlights excessive use, provides daily/weekly insights, and enforces limits on social media apps to promote focused time and healthier routines.

PRELIM RULES

  • Create an app using any development software based on the topic; it must have real-world utility

  • Plagiarism will lead to disqualification

  • Submit APK, source code, and a short video (max 2 mins) explaining the app

  • Folder name: schoolname_eventname

  • Top 5 teams advance to the final round

  • Al can be used via APIs

LiveWire 2026