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Check out our video summary for Code Dojo 22 below!

Introduction

With currently more than 67,000 staff and delivery personnel, we handle around 2 million parcels a day across Southeast Asia. As a leading courier company in Singapore and across Southeast Asia, we provide hassle-free shipping for shippers of all sizes.

To do what we have done, our tech team is at the heart of our company. By designing and building highly scalable systems, we have been able to launch our operations in every corner of Southeast Asia.

We are looking for the brightest minds to innovate and revolutionise how technology is used in logistics. Are you up for the challenge?

Timeline of Events

22 November 2021 - 14 January 2022: Registration

  • Please register in teams of 2 or 4 pax. Individual registration and team of 3s will not be accepted.
  • Team leader to register on behalf of the team first. Subsequently, a follow up email will be sent to the team leader for administrative detail collection. Eg: Resume of each team member etc.
  • Only shortlisted teams will be notified of their successful registration for Ninja Van's Code Dojo 2022.

21 February 2022 - 22 February 2022: Operation Immersion

  • Teams will be allocated for Ops immersion on either one of the two days.
  • More information will be disseminated closer to immersion dates.

23 February 2022 - 25 February 2022: Ninja Van Code Dojo 2022

  • 36 hour Hackathon where your team will give it your best shot to solve Code Dojo 2022 theme/problem statement.
  • Google Cloud workshop taught by Google Engineers in person.
  • 36 hours of exciting activities and lucky draws to keep you excited.
  • Project showcase where teams will be able to demonstrate their solutions to everyone.

Theme.

In this 36 hour hackathon, innovate and prototype ideas that can improve our operations and service quality.

How would you deliver delight to our shippers, drivers and parcel recipients?

Judging Criteria

Impact

  1. Reach

    2. Does the solution establish a clear challenge focused on one or more of Ninja Van's users? (Shippers, Drivers and Buyers both local and overseas)

  2. Impact

    3. How significantly will the solution improve the operations or service quality?

    1. Operations
      1. Cost - Maximising profits
      2. Speed - Reducing time taken during the parcel life cycle
      3. Quality - Ensure minimal lost/damage across all the parcel
    2. Service quality
      1. Customer satisfaction

Technical

  1. Design and Architecture
    1. Load - How scalable is your solution?
    2. Availability - How tolerant is your solution to failures?
    3. General design principle - What kind of tech are you using and why?
  2. The solution present must be workable during demonstration.
  3. Efficient use of GCP technology in the solution where applicable.

Creativity

  1. How innovative is the solution?
  2. Showcase + Presentation Delivery

Meet Our Judges

  • Shaun Chong - Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, Ninja Van Group

    As the technical Co-Founder, Shuan is responsible for the digital fabric that powers Ninja Van’s proprietary systems, optimising the logistics process for Ninja Van’s regional customers.

    Shaun graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from the National University of Singapo​re. In his free time, he enjoys creating things, his love of tinkering has extended to his latest project of building Ninja Van’s very first pizza.

  • Mitesh Agarwal - Regional Director and CTO, South East Asia and Partners in APAC, Google Cloud

    Mitesh Agarwal - Regional Director and CTO, South East Asia and Partners in APAC, Google Cloud

    Mitesh is the CTO of Google Cloud for South East Asia and Partners in APAC. In this role, he leads a team of engineers, architects and consultants who are focused on helping organizations accelerate their ability to digitally transform through data-powered innovation. Mitesh has over two decades of experience across technology consulting, product strategy, enterprise architecture, and enterprise sales.

    Prior to Google, he was with Oracle & Sun Microsystems, where he spent 18 years with his most recent role as the Vice President of Global Key & Lead Accounts. Prior to that Mitesh was the CTO for Oracle India. He is a post-graduate from BITS, Pilani and was part of the Global Business Consortium from the London School of Business.

  • Chang Sau Sheong - Chief Executive Officer, SP Digital

    Sau Sheong runs SP Digital, the digital business subsidiary of SP Group. In his 24 years of industry experience, he has led engineering teams at PayPal, Yahoo, and HP to build software products.

    He was previously a co-founder of a software company and was involved in startups for more than 10 years. He is active and contributes to many technology communities in Singapore and Southeast Asia (especially Go and Ruby) and has written 4 programming books.

    Sau Sheong has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering and a Master’s in Commercial Law.

Why should YOU Join?

  • Operation Immersion Programme

    You and your team will have exclusive access to our Ninja warehouse and get up close and personal with our driver and sorting team. Your team will also get the opportunity to make parcel delivery just like a ninja and gain insight into our parcel life cycle!

  • Code Dojo 2022

    36 hours of non-stop hacking where you and your team will crack the code and answer the big question “How would you deliver delight to our shippers, drivers and parcel recipients?”. Get direct mentorship from our software engineers and managers who can guide your project to success!

  • Side Quest

    As your team hack away solving the big question and fighting the “Zzz-Monster”, we will keep you recharged throughout the event with a 36 hour lucky draw and mini virtual competitions! What could it be? Stay tuned!

  • Join our Ninja family

    Showcase your team’s proposed solution to our distinguished judges and stand a chance to walkaway with an internship or full time job opportunity with ninja van. We are excited to have you join our Ninja family! It’s the perfect opportunity to gain exposure and get connected to like minded people!

 

 
 

See you in the next Code Dojo!

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FAQs

Will COVID affect the Hackathon?

All event details will be updated on our website regularly. Shortlisted teams will receive additional email notifications should there be any event updates. All participants are required to comply with the Safe Distancing Measures as stipulated by the government. We Ninjas wear masks to ensure safety too!

How does registration work?

Register in teams of 2 or 4 ninjas only. Only the team leader is required to register for the team. Subsequently a follow up email with further instruction will be sent to the team leader to disseminate to the rest of the ninjas. Shortlisted teams will then be invited for Code Dojo 2022.

Can we use an existing idea or a project from my university/start up company?

Excellent ninjas don’t use the same trick twice… Existing idea(s) or project(s) related to your company that are already made available in the market will be disqualified.

What about intellectual property rights and personal data?

Do refer to our Ninja Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy regarding intellectual property rights and data privacy.

Does the team have to be physically present throughout the event?

We know ninjas use smoke bombs to fade in and out, however, the whole team will be required to be physically present during the registration, opening and project showcase segment.

I am not in Singapore can I participate?

Sadly, Code Dojo 2022 will be held physically in Singapore, as such, physical presence is required for participation. Ninja’s can’t really spar through virtual calls right?

I have no coding experience, may I sign up as well?

Yes, you can register with your team. Please note that only shortlisted teams will be invited to Code Dojo 2022

If I need to make changes to my registration form where can do it??

If you have keyed in your details incorrectly or you wish to make changes to your team’s registration details, please have the allocated team leader email us here. NInjas will not be allowed to change their details after 25 November 2021.

Does the confirmation email means I am shortlisted for the event?

Confirmation email acknowledges registration was successful, however, only shortlisted teams will then be invited for the operation immersion and hackathon.

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Contact us.

If you have any questions about the Code Dojo 2022 or if you would like to partner with us. Looking forward to connect with you!