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Team-based competition with programming challenges and written tests covering Boolean algebra, digital electronics, algorithms, and data structures. Four divisions based on skill level.
ACSL is now accepting registrations for the 2025 - 2026 contest year.
Contests are administered online.
Students should register directly with Amplexo.
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