Bug Bounty: The Debug Protocol

About The Event: Bug Bounty: The Operator Protocol is an immersive debugging challenge organized as part of Pixels 2026. The event is designed to test participants’ analytical thinking, coding fundamentals, and problem-solving abilities. Participants will take on the role of system operators responsible for identifying and fixing critical issues within a simulated technical environment. The challenge combines concepts from Web Development, Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), and Security to create a comprehensive technical experience. Event Format: The competition will consist of a single offline round. Participants will take part in a live debugging challenge lasting 3 hours. Competitors will solve a series of progressively complex technical problems. Tasks will involve analyzing code snippets, logs, and system outputs. Participants must identify bugs and implement the correct fixes in order to progress through the challenge. Event Details: Venue: SIES College of Management Studies, Navi Mumbai. Duration: 3 hours. Eligibility: The competition is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Participation is strictly individual. Inter-college participation is allowed. Team Structure: Maximum team size: 1 member. What Participants Will Do: Analyze technical problems and identify coding errors. Debug code and correct logical issues. Interpret outputs and system behavior. Work on challenges involving Web Development, DSA, and Security fundamentals. Evaluation Criteria: Accuracy of the solutions provided. Logical approach and effectiveness in problem-solving. Speed and efficiency during the debugging process. Overall ranking on the event leaderboard. Rules: Participants must rely on their own logic and approach. Use of unfair means or plagiarism will lead to disqualification. All participants must strictly follow the event guidelines. The decision of the judges will be final and binding. Additional Information: Exciting cash prizes will be awarded to top performers. Participation certificates will be provided to all participants.