📌 About the Event

Algo Arena 1.0 is a two-part competitive journey hosted at Sharma Computer Academy (SCA) Bhopal. Unlike standard hackathons that focus on product building, this event is a “Competitive Programming” sprint designed to master Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) through professional mentorship and high-intensity live coding.

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ℹ️ Event Overview

• Category: DSA Training + Competitive Programming.
• Organizer: Sharma Computer Academy (SCALive).
• Venue: Sharma Computer Academy, Bhopal (Offline).
• Mode: Individual Participation (Solo).
• Entry Fee: ₹299 (Early Bird – Includes Workshop + Hackathon + Lunch).

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📅 The Two-Phase Timeline

Phase	Event	Date	Focus
Phase 1	Pre-Hackathon Workshop	17 May 2026	7-hour intensive training on Hashing, Two Pointers, and Sliding Window.
Phase 2	The Grand Hackathon	24 May 2026	7-hour timed coding battle based on interview-level DSA problems.

Countdown: 5 Days remaining for the Phase 1 Workshop!

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🧠 Syllabus & Skills Covered

The workshop is specifically tailored for placement preparation, focusing on “Interviewer-Favorite” topics:

• Techniques: Two Pointers, Sliding Window, Prefix & Suffix Sum.
• Data Structures: Hashing and Difference Arrays.
• Interview Prep: Live problem solving and placement tips from MNC alumni.

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🏆 Prizes & The “Hack Night” Experience

The rewards for the Top 3 Ranks go beyond trophies; they focus on career growth and celebration:

• 🥇 Trophies: Winner, Runner-up, and 2nd Runner-up titles.
• 💼 Career Boost: Direct MNC Referrals from alumni working in top tech firms.
• 🏊 Farmhouse Fun: 12-hour celebration including Swimming Pool access, Dinner, and a Night Stay at a farmhouse.
• 🎓 Mentorship: One-on-one dinner with the SCALive team for top performers.