The faq is a little outdated. Also, to make it easier for new people you could directly link to a "how to start" guide. Aka:
How Do I get on bot on the ladder?
Compile you code into an executable file. Then either upload through your profile, or add a download link.
The format should be similar to the way the sc2api examples are structured. You should follow this example as for how to connect to the LadderManager software. If you are just starting here you can find a guide explaining how to start with a generic bot you can use as starting point (recommanded). If you instead want to start with a blank bot use this guide.
Once you register your bot, it will need to be verified to check for crashes etc. and will be entered into the next season.
Can I update my bot?
Yes. A continuous ELO rating is used to encourage well rounded bots and not "one trick ponies".
How long do seasons last?
There is no end date set yet.
Can I watch bot matches without loading the replay file?
The bot matches get streamed occasionally on twitch.tv. If the stream is offline check out the videos section.
Cryptyc
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6 years ago
The faq is a little outdated. Also, to make it easier for new people you could directly link to a "how to start" guide. Aka:
How Do I get on bot on the ladder? Compile you code into an executable file. Then either upload through your profile, or add a download link. The format should be similar to the way the sc2api examples are structured. You should follow this example as for how to connect to the LadderManager software. If you are just starting here you can find a guide explaining how to start with a generic bot you can use as starting point (recommanded). If you instead want to start with a blank bot use this guide. Once you register your bot, it will need to be verified to check for crashes etc. and will be entered into the next season.
Can I update my bot? Yes. A continuous ELO rating is used to encourage well rounded bots and not "one trick ponies".
How long do seasons last? There is no end date set yet.
Can I watch bot matches without loading the replay file? The bot matches get streamed occasionally on twitch.tv. If the stream is offline check out the videos section.
The links are https://github.com/Cryptyc/CryptBot/blob/master/CryptbotMain.cpp http://wiki.sc2ai.net/CommandCenter_Getting_started_for_the_Ladder_Manager http://wiki.sc2ai.net/Getting_started_for_the_Ladder_Manager_from_scratch https://www.twitch.tv/cryptious