Step 1 - Choose a project to work on

On the Active Contests page you will see a list of RIA Build projects available. Click on a particular project and read the definition. In addition to reading the project definition, you should also download the Specification Document and become familiar with the specific requirements of the project.

Step 2 - Register for the competition

Now that you have found a competition you would like to work on you must register for the competition. On the competition definition page, there is a "Register" link. Click to register and agree to the terms.

Step 3 - Check out the Project Forum

Upon registering for the project, you will be granted access to the forum for that specific project. The forum link will be in a confirmation email you receive from service@topcodersoftware.com.

Step 4 - Download the Requirement Specifications

When you go to the forum you will be able to download the Distribution for that project. This distribution will contain all the necessary information you need to work on the project. Carefully read through the specification and evaluate the wireframes, storyboards and any other inputs.

Step 5 - Complete the Contest

Complete all of the necessary elements for the project as specified. You will be required to complete the required elements as defined by the contest requirements.

Step 6 - Submit

Log into Project Submit and Review and submit your submission.