JetBrains Coding Cup in Romania
A free, in-person coding competition for school students aged 13–19 in Bucharest and Iași
Registration is now closed
What is the JetBrains Coding Cup?
A team competition
This isn’t your usual coding contest. You’ll tackle a mystery, team-based challenge designed to test your problem-solving and collaboration skills in creative ways.
Special prizes
The top three teams at each location – Bucharest and Iași – will win exclusive JetBrains prizes.
Champion title
The highest-ranked team takes home the champion title – and serious bragging rights!
Pizza party
We’ll keep you fueled: free pizza for all participants at the event.
Choose your city
Bucharest
Iași
Schedule
October 12, Sunday
- 10:00–10:30 EET/EEST
Gathering
- 10:30–13:30 EET/EEST
Contest
Please bring your own devices!
- 13:30–14:30 EET/EEST
Networking and pizza
- 14:30–15:30 EET/EEST
Award ceremony
- 15:30–18:00 EET/EEST
Afterparty
How it works
Registration is now closed
Each team member must submit the application form individually before October 9, 2025.
Spots are limited, so don’t delay!
After you apply, you’ll get a confirmation email with a Discord link. Use it to register your team (up to 2 people).
Come to your chosen city, meet other young coders in person, and show off your skills in the challenge!
Have questions?
Contact us via youthchallenge@jetbrains.com
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