Getting Started

Quick Start Guide

Overview

Complete these 4 simple steps to get started with Upsolve.it.

Minutes

Steps

Step 1

2 MINUTES

Create Your Account

Steps

Go to the homepage and click on the register/login area

Enter your Codeforces handle exactly as it appears on Codeforces

Create a secure 4-digit PIN (remember this for future logins)

The system will automatically fetch your profile data

Complete the registration process

Tips

Make sure your Codeforces handle is spelled correctly

Choose a PIN that you can remember but others cannot guess

Your profile will sync automatically with Codeforces data

Step 2

3 MINUTES

Set Up Your Profile

Sync your Codeforces data and configure your preferences.

Steps

After logging in, click on your profile avatar

Select "Sync Profile" to update your latest data

Review your statistics and performance metrics

Adjust theme settings (dark/light mode) if desired

Explore the notification center (bell icon)

Tips

Profile sync updates your rating, solved problems, and submissions

Sync regularly to keep your data current

Check notifications for important updates and announcements

Step 3

5 MINUTES

Start Your First Practice Session

Generate problems and begin practicing with customized difficulty.

Steps

Navigate to the "Training" page from the main menu

Select your preferred difficulty level or set a custom rating range

Choose specific problem tags to focus on (optional)

Set the number of problems you want to practice

Click "Generate Problems" to start your session

Work through problems and track your progress

Tips

Start with easier problems if you are new to competitive programming

Focus on specific tags to improve weak areas

Take breaks between problems to avoid fatigue

Step 4

2 MINUTES

Track Your Progress

Monitor your performance and analyze your improvement.

Steps

Visit the "Statistics" page to view your analytics

Review your activity heatmap to see daily practice

Analyze your rating progression over time

Check your problem-solving speed and accuracy

Identify areas for improvement based on tag performance

Tips

Regular practice shows better results in the heatmap

Focus on consistency rather than solving many problems at once

Use statistics to identify your strong and weak problem categories

You're All Set!

You're ready to start training. Let's begin your competitive programming journey.