Data Management and Processing

Data Management and Processing involves designing and developing database-driven applications using a Database Management System (DBMS). Competitors are expected to create efficient, secure, and scalable solutions for storing, retrieving, and manipulating data. This includes tasks such as database design, implementation of queries, and integration of data processing logic within applications. Mastery of relational databases, data normalisation, and performance optimisation are essential, along with a strong understanding of how to apply DBMS tools to meet specific functional requirements.

Competition Rules set the overall framework and regulations that apply to all skills competitions.

• Released in May 2026

Charter of Judges provides instructions on the judging procedure and use of the marking system.

• Released in May 2026

Technical Description explains what the skill is about and what competitors should be prepared for.

• Released in November 2026

(This document was previously known as the Pre-task Assignment.)

Test Project is the actual competition task that competitors complete, based on the Technical Description.

• Released in February 2027

(This document was previously known as the Final-task Assignment.)

Person in charge of organising the skill.

• SCMs are selected and provided by IA host
• Names of SCMs released in February 2026

The Abilympics organiser selects judges from people nominated by IAF member organisations.

• Application period for judges in May 2026
• Selection of Judges in September/October 2026
• Finalised list of Judges will be released in February 2027