Open Source Challenge

Open Source Challenge FAQ

• Is the challenge open to undergraduates and PhD students?

  Yes

• Can I submit more than one entry?

  Yes

• Can my entries be based on different tools?

  Yes

• Can I use more than one tool in an entry?

  Yes

• How long should the Challenge take me?

  It depends on how well you know the area the tool is in. We realize that you will be doing the Challenge outside your normal study work. A good rule of thumb would be two hours a day for a week, which would include writing the report. Some projects might that take a lot of programming might take longer than this.

• Can I work in a team?

  No. The Challenge is set up for individuals this time, in order to keep the projects manageable and to ensure fair judging. You can of course consult with your friends and colleagues and get whatever help you need, but submission is by one person and a prize goes to one person.

• Do I have to create new software?

  Yes. The challenge is to use one of the tools. The tools require writing code related to that tool, for example an app for TouchDevelop, or some software that uses the Microsoft Cognitive Services.

• Can I just submit a research paper?

  No. Your write-up should be backed up by evidence of using a tool.

• Do I have to contribute code to open source software?

  No. The challenge is to use the open source software.