Data Science Paderborn meets Cloudflight Coding Contest 2026
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After a long break, the Data Science Paderborn Meetup Team is finally hosting another event!
Together with Cloudflight and Paderborn University, we invite you to join the Cloudflight Coding Contest (CCC) 2026 – one of the largest coding competitions of its kind.
## What to expect?
At the Cloudflight Coding Contest, you'll tackle exciting coding challenges that become progressively more difficult with each level. Logical thinking, creative problem-solving, and, of course, having fun with coding are what it's all about.
Whether you're just getting started with programming or you're already an experienced developer or data scientist – all skill levels are welcome!
- Classic or Data/AI Contest: Choose the challenge that suits you best.
- Solo or Team: Compete on your own or in a team of 2–4 friends.
- Any Programming Language: Use the programming language of your choice.
- Networking with Experts: Connect with fellow participants and experts from the tech and data science community.
- Free Pizza & Drinks: Provided for all participants.
- Prizes: Goodie bags and vouchers for the top 3.
## When and where?
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Paderborn University, ZM2, Room A.00.07
Participation: Free of charge
Important: Bring your own laptop and charger!
## Join us!
Beyond the coding challenges, this event is a great opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces from the Data Science Paderborn community, meet new people, and exchange ideas on current ai, tech and data science topics.
We're looking forward to an exciting afternoon with you!
Contest Registration: Cloudflight Coding Contest — Worldwide Coding Competition
More information about the contest: Cloudflight Coding Contest - How It Works