Dates

Submission Window: December 16-18

Judging Criteria and Winner Selection

Project must be original work, not produced in any other setting including coursework or external programs. 

Technical Execution (20 points)

Code Quality & Organization (1-5)

• Clear, readable code with basic documentation
• Reasonable project structure
• Evidence of collaborative development (commits from team members)
• Working functionality

Technical Achievement (1-5)

• Appropriate technology choices
• Successfully implemented core features
• Basic error handling
• Demonstrates technical learning

Project Impact & Innovation (10 points)

Problem Solving (1-5)

• Clear problem statement
• Practical solution approach
• Potential user value
• Market understanding

Innovation & Creativity (1-5)

• Creative approach to problem
• Novel features or implementation
• Demonstrates original thinking
• Unique value proposition

Presentation & Demo (10 points)

Project Presentation (1-5)

• Clear explanation of project purpose
• Demo of key features
• Team contribution highlights
• Professional delivery

Documentation & Materials (1-5)

• Readable README
• Basic setup instructions
• Clear project overview
• Organized repository

Final Score Calculation

Total possible points: 40

• Technical Execution: 20 points (50%)
• Project Impact & Innovation: 10 points (25%)
• Presentation & Demo: 10 points (25%)