IBM XML Challenge

[Gregory Gay]

Hi Gregory,

My name is Christy Maver and I am reaching out to ACM leaders like you
about a contest that you and other ACM student members might find
interesting.

The XML Challenge is a worldwide contest, with prizes including
laptops, iPods, playstations, and GPS devices (not to mention the
chance to distinguish yourself as a leader in the field). IBM and The
International DB2 Users Group are running this contest in over 30
countries.

I was hoping you would not only check out the contest yourself, but
could help us spread the word within your student body. I've included
some additional details below, and you can also find us on Facebook --
Search for XML Superstar. (And speaking of Facebook, you may also want
to check out the DB2 on Campus group, which has links, networking
opportunities, and events such as webinars with recruiting managers.)

If you have any questions, please e-mail us at
chr...@xmlchallenge.com, and thank you for your interest.

http://www.xmlchallenge.com/?pin=A9CPW32F

Regards,
Christy

Additional details on the XML Challenge

What is the XML Challenge?

A contest designed to recognize students and developers worldwide who
will shape the XML landscape of the future. It's sponsored by IBM and
the International DB2 Users Group and the main objective of the
contest is to build skills on XML and DB2 platforms. The contest
website is xmlchallenge.com.

What are the criteria for entry? Does it cost anything?

It's absolutely free to participate. There is no purchase required to
enter the contest or win prizes. In fact, you don't even need to be a
current ACM members to participate, so tell all your friends about it.
All you need is an internet connection and a computer and you're good
to go!

What will the winners get?

Mostly cool gadgets like laptops, iPods, playstations, and GPS
devices. Participants could also qualify for the XML Grand Master
prize by inviting friends to participate and by rating videos or
gadgets posted by other participants. In addition, there is a lot of
honor at stake here. By winning, you are not only gaining a great
talking point on your resume but also achieving greatness amongst your
school.

Are there any critical dates I should know of?

The contest went live in the US and Canada on October 1st. and will
run through Febuary 1st. The first 1000 entries to complete the
introductory XML quiz (no prior knowledge required) successfully will
be mailed a contest T-shirt. The video and gadget contests have
winners every month. The Query Challenge can be taken once by each
contestant once during the course of the contest. The two programming
contests went live Dec 1st and will be open for entries through Feb
1st. Winners of the two programming contests will be announced soon
after.

How can I help?

You can participate yourself, invite friends, blog about the contest
or become an ACM contest ambassador (email us at
sup...@xmlchallenge.com -- we'd be happy to send you a contest
ambassador kit)

To unsubsribe, please send a note to sup...@xmlchallenge.com with the
subject unsubscribe and we won't bother you any more.

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