Community Update: November/December 2023 Computer Programming Contest Winners

Ah, the good old days when I used to jot down my passwords on a post-it note, tuck it in my wallet, and hope for the best. I was practically a hacker's dream come true! Thankfully, I've learned a thing or two since then. Cybersecurity, once a niche topic, has now become as mainstream as cat videos on the internet.

Let's roll out the virtual red carpet for our Cybersecurity contest winners.

But first: Why do we host these contests?

Every 60 days, our Challenge Council sets up a themed programming contest. It's like a talent show for our code wizards, minus the stage fright. 

In our last contest, participants were asked to code their own comic strip inspired project. One winner created a game so immersive, it felt like stepping into a comic book.

Advanced Bracket:

Cyber Safe 101

Created By: LeaferStudios

Judges' Verdict:

Cyber Safe 101 is like the Swiss Army Knife of web design, delivering digital safety tips with a side of style. The judges loved its PowerPoint-esque approach, calling it informative and well-researched. A shining star in the cybersecurity galaxy!

CIFER:0

Created By: sikn

Judges' Verdict:

CIFER:0 is a puzzle that's more gripping than a cyber-thriller movie! The judges admired its intricate design and the creator's knack for adding complexity. It's like a cybersecurity labyrinth with hundreds of red herrings and multiple user accounts.

Password Brute Forcer

Created By: MatPat

Judges' Verdict:

Meet the "Password Brute Forcer", the James Bond of interactive webpages! The judges lauded its execution, emphasizing the creator's understanding of hashing algorithms and WebGL. This entry added a sprinkle of innovation to the contest with its GPU-accelerated method.

Intermediate Bracket

Cyber Cipher

Created By: Yan2007yin

Judges' Verdict:

Cyber Cipher is where learning and fun collide! Judges praised its simple yet informative gameplay, celebrating its creative format and overall captivating exploration of cybersecurity concepts.

CyberTest

Created By: CodedA

Judges' Verdict:

CyberTest is like a virtual reality game of safe versus unsafe online behavior! Judges were impressed by its interactive presentation that blends information and engagement. It's like a cybersecurity pop quiz with a fun twist!

Cyber Warfare

Created By: WS Studios

Judges' Verdict:

Cyber Warfare turns learning about cyber threats into a thrilling digital battle. Judges admired its ability to make cybersecurity education feel like a game. Get ready to combat cyber threats in this fun entry!

Beginner Bracket

How Quantum Computers Will Revolutionize Cryptography

Created By: Avner

Judges' verdict:

This entry is like a quantum leap into the future of cybersecurity! The creator explored the need for security to evolve with quantum computing. It's a standout entry that's as cutting-edge as its topic!

Morse Code

Created By: codemonster

Judges' Verdict:

Unravel the brilliance of "Morse Code"! Judges praised its well-structured source code and interactive components. It's a creative and organized approach to the cybersecurity theme, with code that's as complex as a Morse code message!

Cybersecurity Information

Created By: cybi124

Judges' Verdict:

This program adds a dash of humor to cybersecurity, presenting cyber threats in a light and funny way. Judges appreciated its simple yet effective overview of threat vectors and precautions.

Up Next: Anatomy

I always thought X-ray vision would be a cool superpower. In our current contest, participants are challenged to create a program that represents the anatomy of anything. It doesn’t even need to be alive!

Thanks for reading and remember, keep your code clean and your passwords cleaner!