IEEEXtreme 20.0
Global Programming Challenge
A 24-hour worldwide algorithmic battle for teams of IEEE Student Members. Solve intense challenges, test your problem solving under real-time pressure, and put Cavendish University Uganda on the global leaderboard.
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Compete Against The Best Coders on the Planet
IEEEXtreme is a virtual competitive programming challenge where teams of student members compete over a 24-hour time span against thousands of peers worldwide. Problems range from beginner-friendly logic tasks to advanced dynamic programming, graph theory, cryptography, and artificial intelligence puzzles.
Official Branch Proctoring
Our faculty advisors and IEEE Young Professionals supervise and authenticate CUU team submissions in full compliance with global rules.
24-Hour Campus War Room
Don't worry about power outages or internet drops. Compete from the Cavendish University computer lab equipped with high-speed internet, power redundancy, and snacks.
How to Enter IEEEXtreme 20.0
Follow these simple steps before the registration deadline of 17 October 2026.
Assemble Your Team
Form a team of 2 or 3 students currently enrolled at Cavendish University Uganda. Diverse skills in data structures, algorithms, and mathematics are encouraged.
Verify IEEE Student Memberships
All competing team members must hold an active IEEE Student or Graduate Student membership before the registration cut-off date.
Register on IEEE vTools
Submit your team name and member IEEE numbers via the official IEEE vTools registration portal by 17 October 2026.
Join the CUU War Room
Connect with our Technical Coordinators for proctor assignment, prep workshops, and access to the on-campus overnight coding hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to participate in IEEEXtreme?
Any undergraduate or graduate student at Cavendish University Uganda with an active IEEE Student Membership. Students from all faculties with coding interest are welcome.
What programming languages are allowed?
The contest platform supports over 25 languages including C, C++, Java, Python, Go, Rust, JavaScript, Kotlin, C#, and Ruby.
What is a Proctor and how do I get one?
Every team must be monitored by an official IEEE Member proctor. The IEEE CUU Student Branch arranges proctors and testing rooms for all registered CUU teams.
Will there be a physical space to code at Cavendish University?
Yes! The Branch will host a 24-hour 'War Room' with dedicated high-speed internet, power backup, food, coffee, and mentorship support.
Ready to Represent Cavendish University?
Review the team eligibility, registration deadline, and contest details above.