IEEE DecodeXtreme 2026 - PreXtreme Programming Challenge
October 24, 2026 · 3:30 AM - 3:00 PM @ Online event
Description
The IEEE DecodeXtreme 2026 – PreXtreme Programming Challenge, organized by the IEEE Student Branch of SLTC in collaboration with the IEEE Computer Society Student Branch Chapter of SLTC, was conducted as an eight-hour online competitive programming event on 24th October 2026. Designed as a preparatory platform for IEEEXtreme 20.0, the challenge aimed to strengthen participants' programming skills, problem-solving abilities, and readiness for the global competition while providing practical exposure to a competitive programming environment. The programme commenced with participant check-in and technical readiness verification, ensuring that all teams were prepared for the online competition. The moderators then introduced the event, followed by the welcome address delivered by Mr. Bosilu Pupulewela, the IEEEXtreme 20.0 Student Branch Ambassador of SLTC. The address highlighted the significance of the challenge and its role in helping students gain experience ahead of IEEEXtreme 20.0. Participants were subsequently briefed on the competition rules, platform guidelines, submission procedures, and code of conduct. A final technical check and preparation period followed, allowing participants to complete their arrangements before the challenge began. The eight-hour challenge was conducted through HackerRank, with Discord serving as the primary communication platform and Zoom used for live streaming. Participants worked on programming problems that tested their technical knowledge, logical reasoning, and analytical abilities. The competition encouraged effective time management, strategic thinking, and the development of efficient solutions while allowing teams to experience the demands of an extended programming challenge. Following the competition, a submission audit, plagiarism review, and result verification process were carried out to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the outcomes. The judging panel consisted of Mr. Suhail Razeeth, Mr. Aasik Muththalif, and Ms. Nuha Fareed. Teams were assigned to individual judges through Zoom breakout rooms, with each judge responsible for evaluating a designated number of teams. This arrangement facilitated a systematic assessment of the submissions and supported a structured evaluation process. The event proceeded towards its conclusion with Ms. Praveena Jayasinghe, the Project Secretary of IEEE DecodeXtreme 2026, delivering the vote of thanks and expressing appreciation to the judges, participants, moderators, and organizing committee for their contributions. The closing remarks encouraged participants to build on their experience and continue preparing for IEEEXtreme 20.0. Overall, the PreXtreme Programming Challenge provided a valuable opportunity for students to experience competitive programming, evaluate their abilities, and strengthen their preparation for the upcoming global competition.
Agenda
09:00 AM - 09:15 AM Participant Check-in & Technical Readiness Verification 09:15 AM - 09:25 AM Opening Remarks & Welcome Address 09:25 AM - 09:40 AM Competition Rules, Platform Guidelines & Code of Conduct Briefing 09:40 AM - 09:50 AM Final Technical Check & Participant Instructions 09:50 AM - 10:00 AM Preparation Time / Competition Lobby 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM 8-Hour Online Competitive Programming Challenge 06:00 PM - 07:45 PM Submission Audit, Plagiarism Review 07:45 PM - 08:00 PM Finalization of Results 08:00 PM - 08:15 PM Closing Remarks 08:15 PM - 08:20 PM Vote of Thanks 08:20 PM - 08:30 PM Official Conclusion of DecodeXtreme 2026