Apple has announced that the next Swift Student Challenge will launch in February 2024 with a new category recognizing 50 Distinguished Winners. The challenge invites students to create an innovative coding project using the Swift Playgrounds app.
Students will have three weeks in February 2024 to submit their app playgrounds. To be notified when the challenge opens, students can sign up at developer.apple.com.
Out of the 350 overall winners, 50 Distinguished Winners will be invited to Apple’s headquarters in Cupertino, California, next summer. There, they will have the opportunity to connect with each other and the Apple team.
All winners will receive a one-year membership in the Apple Developer Program, which enables them to submit apps to the App Store and receive support from Apple.
New Category Recognizes Standout Submissions
The new Distinguished Winners category will recognize students for their outstanding submissions, which demonstrate exceptional creativity, technical skill, and problem-solving abilities.
Apple Releases New Coding Resources for Students and Educators
Apple is also releasing new coding resources for students and educators, including Swift programming tutorials and lesson plans. These resources are designed to help students learn Swift and develop the skills they need to participate in the Swift Student Challenge and beyond.
Apple Partners with Community Organizations
Apple is also working with community partners to offer dedicated Swift programming programs for students. These programs provide students with access to mentors, resources, and training to help them succeed in the Swift Student Challenge and pursue their coding goals.
Apple Encourages Students to Participate
Apple is encouraging all students who are interested in coding to participate in the Swift Student Challenge. The challenge is a great opportunity for students to learn Swift, develop their coding skills, and showcase their creativity.
How to Participate in Swift Student Challenge
To participate in the Swift Student Challenge, students must create an innovative coding project using the Swift Playgrounds app. The project can be anything from a game to an educational app to a tool that solves a real-world problem.
Once students have created their project, they can submit it to the Swift Student Challenge website during the three-week submission window in February 2024.
Judging Criteria
The Swift Student Challenge entries will be judged on the following criteria:
- Creativity: Does the project demonstrate original thought and a unique approach to solving a problem?
- Technical skill: Does the project demonstrate a strong understanding of Swift programming concepts and techniques?
- Problem-solving: Does the project effectively address a real-world problem or challenge?
Prizes
All winners of the Swift Student Challenge will receive a one-year membership in the Apple Developer Program.
The 50 Distinguished Winners will also be invited to Apple’s headquarters in Cupertino, California, next summer for a three-day experience. During their visit, they will have the opportunity to connect with each other and the Apple team and learn more about the latest Apple technologies.
Conclusion
The Swift Student Challenge is a great opportunity for students to learn Swift, develop their coding skills, and showcase their creativity. If you are a student who is interested in coding, I encourage you to participate in the challenge.
