C programmers commit fresh crimes against readability

The 2025 International Obfuscated C Code Contest has concluded, showcasing 23 winning entries that push the boundaries of C programming. The article highlights the unique Subleq computer project, which serves a practical purpose in software preservation.
Why it matters
It highlights the intersection of extreme programming challenges and practical software preservation efforts.
Prepare to be befuddled and bamboozled – and probably bewitched
The article is a technical report on a niche programming competition without political or social agenda.
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