contest time coders!

The XML challenge has begun and you can participate in a programming contest or five. The contests are targeted to students and professionals alike and each contest offers its own recognition and set of prizes and the range of skills encompasses those with a passing interest in XML and database technology all the way to those with the hardcore programming skills in DB2.

Before participating, you'll first need to take a Quick Quiz, a short questionnaire that requires no prior XML or database experience to complete. You only have to take the Quick Quiz once.

Register now for one of the following contests:

¶ Video Contest: Invent a creative use of XML, XQuery or DB2 then record yourself doing it.
¶ Gadget Contest: Develop a downloadable gadget or widget leveraging the power of DB2.
¶ Query Contest: Use XQuery to find five answers – the best queries win the best prizes!
¶ Ported App Contest Nº1: Port or develop a new app for DB2. Enter as an individual or assemble your team.
¶ XML2 Contest: Build useful, user-friendly XML apps from scratch. Enter as an individual or a team.