Download Code Marathon
Get the complete Windows desktop platform for coding challenges and quizzes. With automated judging, C/C++ editor, and quiz management. Perfect for educators and students alike or team who conducts tech games, accurate users management and branding customization
⬇️ Download for WindowsVersion 1.0 Beta • Windows 10/11 • ~ 60 MB
System Requirements
Ensure your system meets these requirements for optimal performance
Operating System
- Windows 10 (64-bit) or later
- Windows 11 (recommended)
- Administrator privileges required in some devices
Hardware
- Processor: Dual-core 2.0 GHz or faster
- RAM: 4 GB minimum, 8 GB recommended
- Storage: 1 GB free space on D drive
Installation Guide
Follow these simple steps to install Code Marathon on your Windows PC
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Download the Installer
Click the download button above to getcode-marathon-setup.exe. Save it to your Downloads folder or any preferred location. -
Run the Installer
Double-clickcode-marathon-setup.exeto launch the installation wizard. If prompted by Windows SmartScreen, click "More info" and then "Run anyway". -
Accept License Agreement
Read and accept the End User License Agreement to continue with installation. -
Choose Installation Location
Default installation path is D:\CodeMarathon\. You can change this if needed, but ensure the path has no spaces and you have write permissions. -
Wait for Installation
The installer will extract files and configure the application. This typically takes 1-5 minutes depending on your system. -
Complete Installation
Click "Finish" when installation completes. The installer will create desktop shortcuts and add the application to your Start menu.
First Launch & Setup
What to do after installation
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Launch Code Marathon
Double-click the desktop shortcut or find "Code Marathon" in your Start menu. -
Activate Your License
Enter your license key when prompted. Currently there is no trial mode, so a valid license key is required to use the application. If you don't have one, you can purchase it here. -
Default Login Credentials
Username:admin| Password:admin
⚠️ Change these credentials immediately after first login for security!(preferred) -
Verify Compiler
Go to Code Editor, write a simple C++ program, and click "Run Code" to ensure the compiler is working correctly.
✅ Success! You're now ready to create coding tasks, quizzes, and manage users. Check out the documentation for detailed usage guides.
Installation Locations
Understanding where files are stored
Application Files
- D:\CodeMarathon\ — Main application
- D:\CodeMarathon\Compiler\ — MinGW-w64 toolchain
User Data
- D:\CodeMarathon\AppData\ — Database & settings
- D:\CodeMarathon\AppData\Storage\ — User files & submissions
Logs & Temp
- D:\CodeMarathon\AppData\Logs\ — Application logs
Troubleshooting
- Installation fails with "Access Denied" error
- Run the installer as Administrator. Right-click
code-marathon-setup.exeand select "Run as administrator". - Compiler not found or not working
- Ensure MinGW-w64 was installed during setup. Reinstall the application and check "Install Compiler" option. Verify the path:
D:\CodeMarathon\Compiler\mingw64\bin\ - Application won't start or crashes on launch
- Install/update Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022 from Microsoft's website. Also ensure .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later is installed.
- Database initialization failed
- Check folder permissions on D:\CodeMarathon\AppData\. Ensure your user account has read/write access. Run the app as Administrator once to initialize.
- Can I install on C: drive instead?
- Yes, but use a path like
C:\CodeMarathon\(no spaces). AvoidC:\Program Files\as spaces in paths cause compiler issues. - How do I uninstall?
- Go to Windows Settings → Apps → Installed apps, find "Code Marathon", and click Uninstall. Or run the uninstaller from
D:\CodeMarathon\Uninstall.exe.