Middle and high school students in Illinois' 17th Congressional District can now register for the Congressional App Challenge, a coding competition sponsored by the U.S. House of Representatives that encourages students to develop original applications.
Registration is open and submissions are due by Oct. 26, according to a community announcement.
The annual competition promotes science, technology, engineering and mathematics education by challenging students to create apps for mobile devices, websites, desktop computers, tablets and other platforms.
Students may compete individually or in teams of up to four members. The contest is open to middle and high school students who live in or attend school within Illinois' 17th Congressional District.
"Technology is shaping our future, and we need young people from every corner of our district to see themselves as the innovators and problem-solvers of tomorrow," said Congressman Eric Sorensen. "Whether you're an experienced coder or just getting started, the Congressional App Challenge is an opportunity to learn new skills, showcase your creativity, and make a difference through technology."
The winning submission from the district will be eligible for display in the U.S. Capitol. Student creators also will be invited to attend the annual House of Code celebration in Washington, D.C.
According to the announcement, the Congressional App Challenge is designed to encourage students to explore computer science, coding and innovation while developing technology skills.
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This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Want to build an app? Illinois students can compete now