Will code along with my submission be used in judging?

Gemini API Developer Competition
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Hi everyone,

I have two questions regarding code evaluation during the judging process for submissions.

1. Code Execution for Judging

Will the judges be running and testing the functionality of submitted projects? This includes testing app features and running the backend, whether it’s Node.js or another language.

2. API Key for Streamlined Testing (Optional)

If the judges do execute the code, would including a Gemini API Key in my submission be helpful to simplify the testing process? Alternatively, should I provide instructions on how to set up their own API key?

Thanks in advance for clarifying!

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Yes, sending your code is mandatory in the first place, you should also give details on how they can set up to run your code when you submit the app. No, they will have their own API key, leaving your own API key in there is very stupid and not safe.