Bengaluru: Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE), in partnership with Codingal, has successfully wrapped up the fifth edition of HPE CodeWars, India’s premier coding competition for students in grades 8–12. This year’s event saw an extraordinary level of participation, reinforcing its reputation as the nation’s largest coding competition at the school level.
During an intense 3-hour coding challenge, over 23,000 code submissions were assessed in real-time, with peak concurrent evaluations exceeding 700. This competition drew participants from all over India, particularly from major cities such as Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Mumbai. Furthermore, international students from more than 100 countries, including the UK, Kenya, Mauritius, Nepal, Nigeria, Singapore, and the UAE, also participated, showcasing the event’s growing global appeal.
The competition showcased remarkable young coders for their exceptional talents and problem-solving skills:
● Champion: Purbayon Sarkar (Grade 12), South Point High School, Kolkata – Awarded an HP Victus Gaming Laptop
● First Runner-Up: Jayden Jeswin Raj (Grade 12), Vels Vidyashram, Chennai – Received an HP Chromebook
● Second Runner-Up: Samik Goyal (Grade 10), DAV Public School, Patiala – Honored with an HP Series 5 FHD Monitor
The top 10 performers were also rewarded with high-quality performance mechanical gaming keyboards and mice, recognizing their dedication and prowess. On this massive success, Vivek Prakash, Co-founder, Codingal said, “Competitions like HPE CodeWars are crucial in the age of AI. They go beyond just testing coding skills; they foster critical thinking and problem-solving. As AI literacy becomes as fundamental as reading and math, we’re proud to help students develop the mindset and skills needed for the jobs of tomorrow, many of which don’t even exist yet.”
HPE CodeWars continues to thrive in the digital world by serving as a platform for young minds to engage with real-world challenges, fostering innovation and technical skills. The competition’s success reflects HPE and Codingal’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of technology leaders.
Expanding on the success achieved this year, HPE and Codingal are committed to enhancing the reach and influence of CodeWars in the years ahead. Initiatives are in progress to roll out new challenges and opportunities, aiming to motivate students around the globe to strive for excellence in technology and innovation.
HPE CodeWars is the largest coding competition in India, held annually to inspire and challenge students in grades 8-12. By partnering with educational platforms such as Codingal, HPE seeks to offer young learners the chance to cultivate essential coding skills and connect with global technological advancements.
