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==History==

In 20092010, 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-Business News , Firstpost|date = 9 September 2009}}</ref>

In July 2010, 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>

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In November 2017, the first Code-Chef Certification exam was conducted. I 2018, the organization launched CodeChef for Business to target technology enterprises.

In 2020, its ownership was changed from Directi (founded by Bhavin Turakhia) to Unacademy (Gaurav Munjal, CEO).<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>

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