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Cafe 2026
Schedule
- 02 March 2026
- Opening Ceremony 11:30 AM
- Coding Begins 12:00 PM
- 03 March 2026
- Coding Ends 12:00 PM
- Closing Ceremony 03:00 PM
Kitchen Opens In
Barista Rewards
"Climb the leaderboard. Claim the loot. Only the top chefs eat free." — Mgmt
iPad Air 11"
With Apple Pencil. Sketch your system architecture before you break it.
Sony XM5
Industry-leading noise cancellation. Block out the world, focus on the logic.
NuPhy 75v2
Low-profile mechanical keyboard. Tactile precision for high-speed debugging.
Freshest Brew
"I just started but I'm already optimizing my workflow."
Espresso Shot
Speed, efficiency, and tracking on any surface (even your messy desk).
Head Barista
Reliable hardware for your final year project crunch.
House Rules
Read before ordering
1. Who is allowed in the kitchen?
This competition is exclusive to SMU SCIS Students. Valid student ID required at the door (login).
2. Can I bring a sous-chef?
Negative. This is a SOLO competition. Just you, your keyboard, and a lot of caffeine.
3. What's on the menu?
You will be served 40 algorithmic coding questions ranging from 'Easy' (Toast) to 'Insane' (Soufflé).
4. Where is the cafe located?
Entirely Online. You can code from home, the library, or a real diner if they have WiFi.
5. How long is the shift?
The event runs for exactly 24 hours. From March 02 to March 03. Pacing is key.
6. What languages can I speak?
Python, C++, Java, JavaScript. If it compiles, we serve it.
"If you break it, you fix it."
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