Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

11 non-cash prizes
Best Software Hack
1 winner

Nintendo Switch Lite

Best Hardware Hack
1 winner

Raspberry Pi 5 Kit

Best AI/ML Hack
1 winner

The North Face Backpack

Best UI/UX Hack
1 winner

NordVPN Subscription

Best DEI Hack
1 winner

JBL Speaker

Best Beginner Hack
1 winner

Apple AirTag

Cutest Hack
1 winner

Crocheted Plush Hack(H)er413 Bee

Best AI Application Built with Cloudflare
1 winner

Cloudflare is one of the world’s largest networks enabling hackers like you to build, deploy, and deliver trusted applications, no matter where you are! With Cloudflare, you’ll have all the building blocks to create a full-stack application; from C3 (create Cloudflare command line) instance deployment to object storage. You can even run GenAI (LLMs, text to image, Voice to text etc..) in the cloud and leverage your AI functionality via API requests using Cloudlfare’s Workers AI! Enjoy Cloudflare’s generous free tier to get started at no cost! This weekend, we want you to build an AI Application utilizing Cloudflare’s numerous services for a chance to win Arduino Kits for you and your team!

Best Use of AI powered by Reach Capital
2 winners

AI has upended what we can accomplish with technology. Reach Capital invests in the next generation of founders and technical talent, and they want you to use AI to transform the future of learning, health, and work. Build a project that impacts one (or all!) of these areas for a chance to win a Logitech webcam for each member of your team and the exclusive opportunity to discuss your creation with Reach Capital’s team of expert investors. The winning team will also be considered for a grand prize — if chosen you’ll be flown out to San Francisco to meet with the Reach Capital team in person!

Best Domain Name from GoDaddy Registry
1 winner

GoDaddy Registry is giving you everything you need to be the best hacker no matter where you are. Register your domain name with GoDaddy Registry for a chance to win some amazing prizes!

Best Use of Gen AI
1 winner

Generative AI is rapidly changing the landscape of software development. This category challenges you to build novel applications that leverage the power of Generative AI APIs. Think outside the box and integrate cutting-edge AI models to create innovative solutions with real-world impact.

To participate, utilize publicly available Generative AI APIs (like those from OpenAI, Anthropic, Hugging Face, Llama, IBM Watson, or Google Gemini) to develop a unique and functional application. This could include:
AI-powered creative tools: Design an app that allows users to generate unique marketing copy, translate languages in real-time, or create personalized learning experiences.
Intelligent assistants and automation: Build a chatbot that can provide insightful customer support, or a system that automates complex tasks using natural language processing.
Next-generation content creation platforms: Develop a platform that empowers users to generate high-quality images, write different kinds of creative text formats, or compose original music with AI assistance.
This is your chance to get hands on with cutting edge tech, put your skills on display, and of course, win some awesome prizes!

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Marius Minea

Marius Minea
Software

Jaime Davila

Jaime Davila
Software

Baird Soules

Baird Soules
Hardware

Thomas Burns

Thomas Burns
Hardware

Jayasree

Jayasree
UI/UX

Sheshananda Reddy Kandula

Sheshananda Reddy Kandula
UI/UX

Rajkumar

Rajkumar
AI/ML

Subramanya Nagabhushanaradhya

Subramanya Nagabhushanaradhya
AI/ML

Neha Varma

Neha Varma
First Time Hack

Anuj Tyagi

Anuj Tyagi
First Time Hack

Sai Tarun

Sai Tarun
First Time Hack

Vera

Vera
DEI + Cutest

Judging Criteria

  • Software Hack
  • Hardware Hack
  • UI/UX Hack
  • AI/ML Hack
  • DEI
  • Cutest
  • First Time Hack

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

Tell your friends

Hackathon sponsors

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.