Students from George Brown College (GBC) have once again proven their mettle on the global stage, placing 5th in Canada and securing the top spot among college competitors in the IEEEXtreme 18.0 programming competition.
The IEEEXtreme 18.0 was a 24-hour global coding challenge to solve a set of programming problems. 41 GBC students from the School of Computer Technology were organized into 15 teams and competed against 8,785 teams from universities and colleges worldwide. The college team ranked in the top 15% globally, reflecting the exceptional preparation and effort dedicated to the competition.
"Once again, our students have demonstrated their technical expertise and endurance in this intense programming competition," said the team's faculty coach and mentor, Andrew Rudder. "The IEEEXtreme competition showcases the excellence of our computer technology programs and the incredible talent we nurture at George Brown."
Preparation and mentorship fuel success
Since 2019, the School of Computing Technology has consistently invested in the college's competitive programming efforts, providing state-of-the-art equipment, resources, and coaching support. George Brown students also compete regularly in coding competitions and hackathons, including Skills Ontario each spring.
"Our students' achievements are a testament to the effectiveness of our programs and our commitment to fostering excellence in practical programming skills," said Albert Danison, Associate Dean of the School of Computer Technology. "We are very proud to see George Brown continue to be a leader in computer technology education among Canadian colleges."
Empowering students through innovation
The IEEEXtreme 18.0 competition, now in its eighteenth year, is the largest programming event organized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the world's largest technical professional organization. The event challenges students to solve complex programming problems continuously for 24 hours, testing their technical abilities, problem-solving skills, and endurance.
"The success of our students in this global competition is a reflection of the dedication and talent of both our students and faculty," said Ana Rita Morais, Dean of the Centre for Arts, Design & Information Technology. "This reflects the innovative, real-world education we provide, empowering our learners to thrive in a dynamic and evolving technology sector."
The impressive outcomes from this programming marathon reinforce the institution's growing reputation as a top choice for students pursuing a transformative education that empowers them to become future technology leaders.
