Java Competition - Program in Greenfoot

Create your own interactive game or lesson!

Java Competition - Program in Greenfoot

Details and resources

ABOUT

The Greenfoot competition challenges high school students to put the theoretical knowledge gained in computer science classes into practice by learning how to create their own interactive game or lesson on the Greenfoot platform.

The project theme is a game or an interactive lesson, and the objective is to simplify theoretical concepts by putting them into practice.

Students participating have the opportunity to learn the basics of the most widely used programming language in the world – Java, while using creativity and teamwork, and be recognized for their efforts.

The participating teams must consist of 2 students and one coordinating teacher.
Registrations for the competition can be made until... January 19, 2025, at 11:59 PM

WHY

Because a passion for programming can set you apart!

Accept the challenge of the competition and engage in a practical educational activity that combines your passion for programming with the theoretical concepts learned in computer science classes.

If you're a student in grades IX-XII and passionate about computer science, you have everything you need to register for the competition. Show us how much you love programming and convince the jury that your project deserves to be awarded!

RESOURCE

Duration of the event

November 06, 2024 -
January 19, 2025

Registration for the competition

Teams can register for the competition by completing this
form by January 19, 2025, at 11:59 PM.
Click here to REGISTER

January 20 - February 09, 2025

Submit projects

After completing the registration form and receiving data confirmation from the competition organizer, participants must send
their actual project via email to greenfoot@adfaber.org by
February 9, 2025, at 11:59 PM.

February 10 - March 5, 2025.

Judging projects

All registered teams that have submitted their
projects on time and have valid data will participate in the judging period from February 10 - March 5, 2025, during which the projects will be evaluated by a specialized ADFABER jury.

March 14, 2025

Announcement of the winners

The winners will be contacted by phone and email, and will also be
announced on the competition website.

Previous editions

"We've always been passionate about bullet hell games, and when we had the opportunity to create our own game, we were excited. We've always liked the idea of a difficult game that challenges us, and we managed to create one that perfectly suits our taste."

Sasu Sebastian și Voicu Natașa, students,
National Pedagogical College "Constantin Cantacuzino", Târgoviște

"We can say that in this competition, we found both a passion and the motivation to pursue it. It seemed fascinating how, even after a tiring day of school, we felt like we were gaining new energy when it came to working on this project. Every problem we encountered pushed us to work harder to solve it, and every small victory like this made us eager to face another challenge."

Pană Dragoș-Adrian și Ezaru Radu Ștefan,students,
National College „Mihai Viteazul”, Ploiești

“For me, this competition has been, every year, a way to get a taste of what game development and teamwork is all about.”

Cristi Cîndea student,
“Axente Sever” High School in Mediaș

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who can participate in the competition?

The competition is open to all students in grades IX-XII who are passionate about technology and IT. Registration is done in teams of two students and one coordinating teacher.

2. Can I participate if I have never programmed before?

This competition is the ideal opportunity to start programming. Even if you've never programmed before, all you need to do is come up with a project idea and go through the Oracle Academy courses to learn the basics (computer science teachers can give you access to the Romanian version of the course).

3. What should the project contain?

The project will include:

A Power Point presentation
” a 7-slide presentation covering the following sections: „team name and team members, scenario” (project idea, about execution), „the algorithm used, execution elements” (keys, buttons, etc.) and „final remarks”.”
All project files (the application/project itself), archived and sent via email to greenfoot@adfaber.org, using wetransfer.com (or from our drive share address)
In the PowerPoint presentation, include a link to a video published on YouTube ('unlisted'), visible only to those with the link, that should showcase the project running.

*You can use Loom.com for high-quality screen recording, then send the video link directly from the Loom platform.

4. What resources/materials do we need to realize the project?

You can find useful resources for the project in the Resources section. However, you can use any information or course material available online to help you complete your project.

5. Can applications only be made on the Greenfoot platform?

Yes, the only platform that can be used to build applications is Greenfoot and you need to download it on a laptop/computer

6. How the winners will be announced?

Winners will be notified by phone and email, and their names and project details will be posted on the competition website.

Java Competition - Program in Greenfoot

Create your own interactive game or lesson!