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@@ -26,10 +26,10 @@ The CHipCie, a committee consisting of 13 very driven (ex-)students from the stu
But without the jury, this contest would not be possible. They did their absolute best to come up with the most interesting, challenging and fun problems for the contestants to solve!
We hope that you will have an amazing time this weekend!
-Good luck with the contest, but most important of all: Have fun!
+Good luck with the contest, but most important of all: have fun!
-On behalf of the CHipCie,
-Nadyne Aretz
+On behalf of the CHipCie,
+Nadyne Aretz
Contest Director NWERC 2024
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### Population
The university has some effects on the population in Delft.
Did you know that the ratio of male residents between 20 and 30 year old in Delft is about twice as high as the national average?
-And for the age range 20-24 this is even as high as three times the national average!
+And for the age range 20–24 this is even as high as three times the national average!
### Associations
Student life is very rich in Delft.
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### Software
The jury will run your submissions on the same system with the same compilers.
-During the contest, you will be able to choose between the languages **C, C++, Python, Java and Kotlin**.
+During the contest, you will be able to choose between the languages **C, C++, Python, Java, and Kotlin**.
Using different languages for different problems is allowed.
For a complete list of available IDEs, editors, language versions and compiler commands, see [2024.nwerc.eu/systems](/systems).
### During the contest
-An introductory presentation on the systems will be given on Saturday; please refer to the schedule for the exact time.
+An introductory presentation on the systems will be given on Saturday, please refer to the [schedule](/schedule) for the exact time.
At this presentation, do not hesitate to ask any questions.
Furthermore, if you stumble upon any problems with the system during the test session or contest, let us know and we will be more than happy to assist you.
## Jury and Rules
-We follow the World Finals rules, so a team is not allowed to bring any reference materials such as books, program listings, or notes (exceptfor the TRDs)!
-You may not bring any electronic device or machinereadable media.
+We follow the World Finals rules, so a team is not allowed to bring any reference materials such as books, program listings, or notes (except for the TRDs)!
+You may not bring any electronic device or machine-readable media.
You may bring pens or pencils, but not paper.
Winter coats, bags etc. should not be brought to the contest area.
Each contestant may bring a copy of a Team Reference Document (TRD).
This may contain up to 25 pages of reference materials, singlesided, letter or A4 size.
The pages must be numbered in the upper right-hand corner and contain the university name in the upper lefthand corner.
-Text and illustrations must be readable by a person with correctable eyesight without magnification from a distance 0.5 meter.
-It may include handwritten comments and corrections on the front of the pages only.
+Text and illustrations must be readable by a person with correctable eyesight without magnification from a distance of ½ meter.
+It may include handwritten comments and corrections on the fronts of the pages only.
The document should be in a notebook or folder with the name of your institution on front.
Each team member may bring one printed, unannotated natural language dictionary.
-You may bring mascots such as stuffed animals or party hats provided they do not violate the above constraints.
+You may bring mascots such as stuffed animals or party hats, provided they do not violate the above constraints.
If there is any other item you need, please contact the Head of Jury.
For more jury advice, see: [2024.nwerc.eu/jury-advice](/jury-advice).
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All teams who want to participate must be registered.
### Conduct during contest
-The ICPC is an extra-curricular, competitive programming sport of the universities of the world.
-Good sportsmanship is a requirement.
+The ICPC is an extra-curricular, competitive programming sport of the universities of the world.
+Good sportsmanship is a requirement.
At NWERC, teams and coaches should not wear or bring anything that might distract from spotlighting any other team.
-At the contest, test session, opening ceremony and award ceremony require official NWERC shirts, do not bring anything with you other than smiles, goodwill, and teammates.
+At the contest, test session, opening ceremony and award ceremony require official NWERC shirts, do not bring anything with you other than smiles, goodwill, and teammates.
Badges should be worn visibly at all times.
The regional contest director is empowered to add additional restrictions and to correct inappropriate behavior.
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## Company profiles
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### ASML
ASML is changing the world, one nanometer at a time! We’re a high-tech, Netherlands-based company manufacturing complex lithography systems that chipmakers use to produce integrated circuits – aka microchips.
-Our machines help create the electronics you use in your daily life. In the past three decades, we have grown from a startup to a multinational company with over 60 locations globally and annual net sales of €21 billion in 2022.
+Our machines help create the electronics you use in your daily life. In the past three decades, we have grown from a startup to a multinational company with over 60 locations globally and annual net sales of €21 billion in 2022.
Behind ASML’s innovation hides true talent.
Our researchers, engineers, scientists and manufacturing specialists, as well as our high-tech hardware and software experts, make the impossible happen every day.
-We invest around €3.3 billion per year in R&D, giving our teams the freedom, support and resources to experiment, test and push the boundaries of technology.
+We invest around €3.3 billion per year in R&D, giving our teams the freedom, support and resources to experiment, test and push the boundaries of technology.
They work in close-knit, multidisciplinary teams, learning and growing along with the company.
If you want to be part of progress, visit [asml.com/careers](https://asml.com/careers).
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Northpool is a commodity trading company, based in Leiden, the Netherlands. Northpool’s main focus lies with energy and weather-related commodities and is currently active on the power and gas markets.
With the future going forward to an even more sustainable energy environment, anticipating the future energy trends for the coming years is imperative. With wind, sun and rain as ideal sustainable energy sources,
-the weather has become increasingly important in the energy markets. Variations in weather lead to volatility in the power market.
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+the weather has become increasingly important in the energy markets. Variations in weather lead to volatility in the power market.
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Northpool’s expertise is founded on three pillars, Fundamentals, Efficiency and Opportunities. First, Northpool has a strong knowledge on the fundamental drivers in the energy market. Second, Northpool uses data
-driven feeding trading strategies leading to a more efficient power market. The trading strategies are strongly driven the combination of market data and technological possibilities. Finally, Northpool is always seeking opportunities in the market.
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+driven feeding trading strategies leading to a more efficient power market. The trading strategies are strongly driven the combination of market data and technological possibilities. Finally, Northpool is always seeking opportunities in the market.
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At Northpool we have four trading desks: Intraday, short term, long term and algorithmic trading. We are always looking for graduates for these desks and want to start their career with us.
Whether you aspire to a career as a trader, analyze situations in the market or like to build models, at Northpool we look for the best place for you in our organization.
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### Mathrix
-Mathrix is a leading algorithmic trading firm with fully automated operations, providing deep liquidity to the digital asset markets. Mathrix is one of the dominant players in the space, ranking at the top of CEX and expanding rapidly on DEX.
-To keep our leading position in this fast-moving space we rely on our bright and creative minds. Our flat organisation structure and cutting-edge technology enable us to execute new opportunities and ideas fast, while instant feedback from the markets allows us to constantly improve and push boundaries. Initiative and creativity are highly valued, and our highest priority is to facilitate you to shape your own future, and with that the future of Mathrix.
+Mathrix is a leading algorithmic trading firm with fully automated operations, providing deep liquidity to the digital asset markets. Mathrix is one of the dominant players in the space, ranking at the top of CEX and expanding rapidly on DEX.
+To keep our leading position in this fast-moving space we rely on our bright and creative minds. Our flat organisation structure and cutting-edge technology enable us to execute new opportunities and ideas fast, while instant feedback from the markets allows us to constantly improve and push boundaries. Initiative and creativity are highly valued, and our highest priority is to facilitate you to shape your own future, and with that the future of Mathrix.
-As one of the early movers we are committed to crypto native culture and the vibrant energy from the space, where in addition to dedication and high quality work there is also room to enjoy. Next to regular social activities outside of work, we have bars, game rooms, a massage therapist, gym subscriptions and other awesome facilities to create a comfortable and fun working environment.
+As one of the early movers we are committed to crypto native culture and the vibrant energy from the space, where in addition to dedication and high quality work there is also room to enjoy. Next to regular social activities outside of work, we have bars, game rooms, a massage therapist, gym subscriptions and other awesome facilities to create a comfortable and fun working environment.
-Our solid foundation enables us to transform to a full-service Web 3.0 financial technology firm. Offering a variety of services to support token projects, protocol research and overall community development for efficient crypto markets by leveraging our current unique position in the market as well as 10 years of experience in digital asset markets.
+Our solid foundation enables us to transform to a full-service Web 3.0 financial technology firm. Offering a variety of services to support token projects, protocol research and overall community development for efficient crypto markets by leveraging our current unique position in the market as well as 10 years of experience in digital asset markets.
We are expanding and looking for exceptional talent to join our team in Switzerland, the Netherlands or Singapore.
Do you have any questions or would you like to know more about Mathrix? Please send us an email via [recruitment@mathrix.com](mailto:recruitment@mathrix.com).
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### IMC Trading
No siloes. No hierarchies. Just great ideas. As a leading global market maker, IMC uses algorithmic trading and advanced technology to buy and sell securities on multiple trading venues worldwide.
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Across Europe, the US, and Asia-Pacific, our technologists and traders collaborate to explore, design, and develop the software, hardware, advanced networks, and algorithms that drive our trading strategies and provide essential liquidity to financial markets.
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Our enduring success is testament to the strength of our values. We fuse creative freedom, open feedback, and quick iteration to empower some of the world’s most talented people. We recognize the best ideas today – and collaborate across teams, borders, and time zones to make them even better tomorrow. And while we work hard, we have lots of fun doing it.
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It's a unique culture that sets us apart. As we like to say, there's only one IMC.
