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'''CodeChef''' is an online programming platform that empowers learners to master coding through structured courses, thousands of practice problems, and regular contests. It offers beginner-friendly paths in languages like Python, C++, and Java, along with advanced tracks in data structures, algorithms, and web development. For educational institutions, CodeChef provides integrated lab modules and mobile-friendly courseware that can be embedded into lectures, labs, or homework assignments.
'''CodeChef''' is an online educational and competitive programming platform. CodeChef started as an educational initiative in 2009 by [[Directi]], an Indian software company. In 2020, it was purchased by Unacademy.▼
After failing to reach profitability, Unacademy said it would retain a 30% stake in CodeChef while returning the remaining equity to the company's founding team to grow further.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shah |first=Sneha |date=2023-03-31 |title=After hiving off CodeChef, Unacademy cuts 12% staff |url=https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/after-hiving-off-codechef-unacademy-cuts-12-staff-11680202273920.html |access-date=2023-04-18 |website=mint |language=en}}</ref>▼
Along with monthly coding contests, CodeChef has initiatives for schools, colleges and women in competitive programming.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Saraswathy|first=M.|date=2013-07-30|title=Directi launches CodeChef for Indian school kids|work=Business Standard India|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/directi-launches-codechef-for-indian-school-kids-113073000323_1.html|access-date=2021-05-26}}</ref> It hosted the India regionals of the ICPC for college students, as well as for the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI), for school students in India.▼
▲|url=https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/codecademy| access-date=Jan 15, 2021}}</ref> CodeChef competes with similar Ed-Tech companies like [[Leetcode|LeetCode]], [[HackerRank]], [[SPOJ]], PrepInsta Prime, [[Topcoder]], GeeksforGeeks, etc.
==History==
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In 2010, Directi launched Code-Chef to help programmers improve their problem-solving skills through active participation in programming contests. The goal was to strengthen problem-solving skills by fostering friendly competition and community engagement.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.firstpost.com/business/biztech/directi-enhances-software-collaboration-through-codechef-1874153.html|title = Directi Enhances Software Collaboration Through CodeChef|date = 9 September 2009}}</ref> In July, the organization launched the "Go for Gold" initiative, enabling Indian teams to excel at the world finals of the [[International Collegiate Programming Contest]] (formerly known as ACM-ICPC).<ref name="2-day ICP contest to begin at CSJM University today">{{cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kanpur/2-day-icp-contest-to-begin-at-csjm-university-today/articleshow/73022892.cms |title=2-day ICP contest to begin at CSJM University today |website=timesofindia.indiatimes.com |date=30 December 2019}}</ref>▼
▲In 2010, Directi launched Code-Chef to help programmers improve their problem-solving skills through active participation in programming contests. The goal was to strengthen problem-solving skills by fostering friendly competition and community engagement.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.firstpost.com/business/biztech/directi-enhances-software-collaboration-through-codechef-1874153.html|title = Directi Enhances Software Collaboration Through CodeChef|date = 9 September 2009}}</ref> In July of that year, the organization
In July 2013, Directi launched the "Code-Chef for Schools" program to encourage school students to participate in programming. The initiative hopes to enable Indian students to excel at the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI). The competition requires contestants to show necessary IT skills such as problem analysis, algorithm and data structure design, programming, and testing.<ref>{{Cite news|last=Saraswathy|first=M.|date=2013-07-30|title=Directi launches CodeChef for Indian school =Business Standard India|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/directi-launches-codechef-for-indian-school-kids-113073000323_1.html|access-date=2021-05-26}}</ref>
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In November 2017, the first Code-Chef Certification exam was conducted. By 2018, the organization launched CodeChef for Business to target technology enterprises.{{Citation needed|date=June 2023|reason=Coding for business?}}
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In 2020, its ownership was changed from Directi to Unacademy.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://entrackr.com/2020/06/unacademy-acquires-codechef/#:~:text=Unacademy%20has%20announced%20the%20acquisition,skills%20vertical%20for%20school%20kids.|title = Unacademy acquires non-profit coding platform CodeChef|date = 18 June 2020}}</ref>▼
▲In 2020, its ownership was changed from Directi to [[Unacademy]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://entrackr.com/2020/06/unacademy-acquires-codechef/#:~:text=Unacademy%20has%20announced%20the%20acquisition,skills%20vertical%20for%20school%20kids.|title = Unacademy acquires non-profit coding platform CodeChef|date = 18 June 2020}}</ref>
▲After failing to reach profitability, Unacademy
Starting 2023, CodeChef operates as an independent company owned and run by its independent management team and employees.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kashyap |first=Hemant |date=2023-03-29 |title=Bhavin Turakhia's CodeChef Splits From Unacademy |url=https://inc42.com/buzz/bhavin-tarukhias-codechef-splits-from-unacademy/ |access-date=2023-11-06 |website=Inc42 Media |language=en}}</ref>
==References==
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[[Category:Programming contests]]
[[Category:Indian educational websites]]
[[Category:Educational technology companies of India]]
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