The Tournament Prize Calculator is a web-based tool designed to automate the distribution of prizes in a chess tournament based on predefined rules in the tournament brochure. Users can upload player rankings, define prize distribution rules, and generate a PDF report of the prize winners.

Software Logic/functionality

By default, when the prize money is the same, precedence is given to the main prizes.

For example, if a player named X secures the 15th position in the main prizes with a prize of Rs. 15,000 and also qualifies for the same amount in the Below 1700 category with a 3rd prize, the software will automatically place him in the main prize list. However, in the priority settings, you can change the preference to rank. In this case, he will receive the 3rd prize in the Below 1700 category, as the priority is now set to rank. In the advanced settings, you can assign priorities to any category.

Note: Organizers can enhance transparency by specifying the priority strategy in the tournament brochure. For example, they can include a statement such as: If a prize amount is the same across categories, the winner will be placed in the main prize category. This ensures clarity for all participants.

In the age category prizes, participants from all lower age categories are eligible for prizes in the higher age categories. For example, in the Under-15 age category, participants from the Under-12 or any other lower age category are eligible to receive prizes in the Under-15 category.

Since this application can handle both simple and complex prize structures, organizers can now create any type of prize structure without hesitation.

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Usage Instructions

Excel File Upload: Upload player ranking data in Excel format.
Rule Creation: Define categories and rules for prize distribution.
Rule Backup: Save and upload prize rules for future use.
Prioritization Strategy: Choose how to prioritize categories when prize money is the same.
PDF Generation: Generate a PDF report of the prize distribution.

Getting Started

Upload Player Rank List

● Ensure you have an Excel file with player rankings. The file should be generated from the Swiss Manager with all columns selected under "Other Settings." (In the Swiss manager, click on Final Standing-Print Menu- Select all the columns under Other Settings - download to Excel then upload here)

Rule Creator

You can set any number of rules for the prizes as outlined in the tournament brochure. After entering a rule, simply click the "Add Rule" button. The rule will then appear in the dropdown list. Continue adding rules from the tournament brochure until all rules have been included.

Creating Prize Rules

Category Name: Enter a name for the prize category.
Mark as Main Category: Check this box if the category is the main prize category. Only one category should be marked as the main category.
Add Filters: Click "Add Filter" to define conditions such as age, gender, rating, state, or youngest participant.
Number of Prizes: Specify the number of prizes for the category.
Cash Prizes: Click "Add Cash Prizes" to generate input fields for each prize amount.
Add Rule: Click "Add Rule" to save the rule to the list.

Dropdown Rules List

The rules you add will be displayed here and will appear in the PDF output file in the order shown. You can use the up and down arrows to adjust the order as needed.

Managing Rules

● Edit Rule: Click "Edit" next to a rule to modify it.

● Remove Rule: Click "Remove" to delete a rule.

● Reorder Rules: Use "Up" and "Down" buttons to change the order of rules.

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Rule Backup

After adding the rules, be sure to save them for future use:

● Save Prize Rules: Click "Save Prize Rules to computer" to download the rules as a JSON file.

● Upload Prize Rules: Click "Upload Prize Rules" to load previously saved rules.

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Prioritization Strategy

In the advanced prioritization strategy, you can assign priority to any category according to your needs. By default, the “Main Category” will be prioritized.

● Main Category -> Rank: Prioritize the main category first, then by rank.

● Rank: Prioritize by rank only.

● Advanced Settings: Assign custom priorities to categories.

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Generating Prize List

Submit Form: Click "Generate Prize List" to process the data and generate the prize distribution.
PDF Report: A PDF report will be generated and downloaded, showing the prize distribution.

Conclusion

The Tournament Prize Calculator is a powerful tool for automating prize distribution in chess tournaments. By following this documentation, users can effectively utilize the tool to streamline their tournament management process. For any issues not covered in this documentation, consider reaching out to the support team over here https://chandigarhchess.com/organizer-tools/send-feedback/

2. Generate Certificates

This documentation provides a comprehensive guide on how to use the Certificate Generation Web Application. This application allows users to generate certificates by uploading an Excel file containing participant details and a certificate template image. The application processes the data and generates personalized certificates for each participant.

Overview

The Certificate Generation Web Application is designed to automate the process of creating certificates for participants in events or competitions. Users can upload an Excel file with participant details and an image of the certificate template. The application processes the data and generates certificates with personalized information such as name, rank, points, category, and state.

Prerequisites

● A modern web browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari).

● An Excel file (.xlsx or .xls) containing participant details.

● A certificate template image file (e.g., .jpg, .png).

Upload Player Rank List

Uploading Files

Excel File: Click on the "Upload Excel File" button and select the Excel file containing participant details. Ensure the file is formatted correctly as per the instructions provided in the application.
Certificate Image: Click on the "Upload Certificate Image File" button and select the certificate template image.

Configuring Certificate Layout

Category Name: Enter the category name (optional) in the provided input field. It will be shown in the preview image.
Positioning Fields: Adjust the horizontal and vertical positions for each text field (Name, Rank, Points, Category, State) using the input fields. You can also drag the text fields directly on the preview image to adjust their positions.

Generating Certificates

After configuring the layout, click the "Generate Certificates" button.
The application will upload the files and process the data.
A progress bar will indicate the upload and processing status.

Downloading Certificates

Once the certificates are generated, a download link will appear.
Click the link to download a ZIP file containing all the generated certificates.

Troubleshooting

● File Upload Issues: Ensure that both the Excel file and certificate image are uploaded before generating certificates.

● Excel File Format: Follow the instructions provided in the application to format the Excel file correctly.

● Image Preview: If the image preview is not displaying correctly, try resizing the browser window or re-uploading the image.

● Download Link: If the download link does not appear, check the console for any error messages or try re-uploading the files.

3. Generate Tournament Metrics

Overview

The Tournament Analytics web application is designed to help users generate and visualize tournament metrics from an uploaded Excel file. The application processes the data to provide insights into gender distribution, age distribution, and state distribution of participants in a tournament.

Usage Instructions

Prepare Excel File: Ensure the file is formatted correctly as per the instructions provided in the application.
Upload File: Use the form to upload the Excel file.
View Analytics: Once processed, generate pie and bar charts to visualize gender, age, and state distributions.
Interact with Charts: Hover over chart elements for detailed information.

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Excel File Requirements

● Format: The file should be in .xlsx or .xls format.

● Content: Must include columns for rank, name, date of birth, gender, and state.

● Preparation: Follow the guide linked in the form to ensure correct data extraction.

Data Analysis

● Age Calculation: Determines age groups based on date of birth.

● Gender Identification: Classifies participants as male, female, or other.

● State Distribution: Counts participants from each state.

Conclusion

The Tournament Analytics web application provides a user-friendly interface for generating and visualizing tournament metrics. By following the provided instructions and ensuring correct file preparation, users can gain valuable insights into their tournament data.

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