About the challenge
Dive into a 48-hour challenge designed to ignite creativity and technical prowess! Tackle real-world problems in categories like AI, Environmental Impact, Game Development, and Forensic Science. Whether you're a seasoned coder or a first-time hacker, this is your chance to learn, build, and collaborate with peers across North America.
Get started
- Form a Team or Join Solo – Gather a team or join as a solo hacker. Collaboration is key!
- Pick a Challenge – Choose from our unique categories and brainstorm innovative solutions.
- Plan Your Project – Outline your goals, key features, and tech stack.
- Build, Test, Repeat – Use the time to code, experiment, and refine your project.
- Present Your Work – Share your creation, demonstrate its impact, and get feedback from industry experts.
Prepare to think big and push the limits. Let’s hack!
Requirements
What to Build
Create a project that addresses one of Hack Trent 2024’s themes: AI, Environmental Impact, Game Development, or Forensic Science. Build an application, game, tool, or any innovative solution that tackles real-world challenges within these categories. You can use any tech stack or framework of your choice – from mobile apps and web platforms to machine learning models and interactive games.
What to Submit
- Project Name and Description – Give your project a name and a brief summary of its purpose.
- Challenge Category – Indicate which challenge your project addresses (e.g., AI, Environmental Impact).
- Features and Functionality – Outline key features, how it works, and any unique elements.
- Demo Video (2-3 mins) – Showcase your project in action, highlighting key functions.
- Code Repository (GitHub or similar) – Include your project’s code, README file, and any setup instructions.
- Technical Documentation – Provide an overview of the tech stack, tools used, and implementation details.
- Future Scope and Improvements – Mention potential upgrades or future work.
Submit everything on our hackathon platform before the deadline for a chance to win and make an impact!
Dates: Hack Trent 2024 will take place from November 8 to 10, 2024, at Trent University's Student Centre and Champlain College in Peterborough, Ontario.
Eligibility:
- The hackathon is open to post-secondary students across North America, who must be at least 18 years old.
- High school students from Peterborough are also welcome to participate.
- Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible.
Project and Submission Requirements:
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Project Scope: Teams will work on projects within the themes of Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Impact, Game Development, or Forensic Science. Projects should be original and developed during the hackathon period.
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Team Composition: Participants can form teams of up to four members. Individual participation is also allowed.
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Hacking Period: Hacking begins on Friday, November 8, at 10:00 PM and ends on Sunday, November 10, at 10:00 AM. Projects submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
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Submission Materials:
- Project Description: A brief overview of the project, including its purpose and functionality.
- Demonstration Video: A short video (2-3 minutes) showcasing the project's features and operation.
- Source Code: A link to the project’s code repository (e.g., GitHub), with clear instructions for setup and usage.
- Documentation: Detailed information on the project’s architecture, technologies used, and any challenges faced.
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Submission Deadline: All materials must be submitted by 10:00 AM on Sunday, November 10, 2024.
Prizes
1st Place
Each team member will receive a pair of Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Pro Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones for an immersive audio experience!
2nd Place
Each team member will take home an Acer Nitro 23.8" FHD 180Hz 0.5ms GTG IPS LED FreeSync Gaming Monitor —perfect for high-speed visuals and an edge in gaming.
3rd Place
Each team member will receive a JBL Speaker to bring the beat wherever they go.
Beginner Hack Winners
Winners will each receive a Raspberry Pi, giving them a powerful tool to continue their coding journey!
Best Use of MongoDB Atlas:
PRIZES: M5GO IoT Starter Kit
MongoDB Atlas takes the leading modern database and makes it accessible in the cloud! Get started with a $50 credit for students or sign up for the Atlas free forever tier (no credit card required). Along with a suite of services and functionalities, you'll have everything you need to manage all of your data, and you can get a headstart with free resources from MongoDB University! Build a hack using MongoDB Atlas for a chance to win a M5GO IoT Starter Kit for you and each member of your team.
BUILD WITH MANGODB→ https://www.mongodb.com/students?utm_campaign=academia_partners&utm_source=mlh&utm_medium=referral
Best AI Project with Databricks Open Source
PRIZES: Assorted Lego Sets
Databricks is an open analytics platform that helps you build, deploy, and maintain large scale data & AI solutions! Whether you’re working with large language models using Mosaic AI, storing data with Databricks Data Lakes, or deploying GenAI powered applications using MLflow, Databricks Open Source software has the tools you need to make your hackathon project state of the art.
Build an AI powered project utilizing Databricks Open Source projects like the ones mentioned, or Databricks friendly Open Source projects like LanceDB and Llama Index, for a chance to win some amazing prizes for you and your teammates! Check out the following link to see all qualifying Databricks' Open Source technologies.
BUILD WITH DATABRICKS -> https://mlh.github.io/Databricks-Landing-Page/
Best Use of Terraform
PRIZES: Keychron K8 Wireless Keyboard
HashiCorp Terraform is a source available infrastructure as code (IaC) tool that makes building, deploying, and managing your projects even easier! Whether you’re working in the cloud or using local resources, Terraform can make managing and configuring your application simple and organized. From deploying Machine Learning models to spinning up virtual containers for your web applications, Terraform supports a wide array of cloud providers and services, taking the guesswork out of your next hackathon project. Dive into the documentation and discover all the ways Terraform can take the way you hack to the next level!
Terraform’s community edition is free to use with no credit card required! Utilize Terraform in your hackathon project this weekend for a chance to win some awesome Hashicorp prizes for you and each of your teammates!
Build with Terraform → https://www.hashicorp.com/community/mlh-hackers
Best Use of Midnight
PRIZES: JBL Tune 510BT Wireless Headphones
Midnight is a data protection blockchain that offers programmable data protection capabilities powered by zero-knowledge technology to address the delicate balance between data protection, ownership, and utilization. This ensures that developers can leverage blockchain technology without exposing confidential information or losing control over their data.
To build on Midnight, all you need is familiarity with TypeScript or a similar JavaScript based library. The service is free to use and their developer documentation has all the information you need to get started. Build a DApp using Midnight this weekend for a chance to win wireless headphones for you and each of your team mates!
Best Domain Name from GoDaddy Registry
PRIZES: Hack from Home Kit
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 a Hack from Home Kit! Each Kit contains an assortment of awesome swag along with a tote for easy transport.
AI Challenge Winners
Winners will earn an internship at Harmony Software Engineering , where they’ll get hands-on experience in real-world AI projects.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Richard Hurley
Head of Computer Science Department
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Judging Criteria
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Judging Criteria
Innovation & Creativity (25%) Technical Complexity (25%) Functionality & UX (20%) Impact & Relevance (20%) Presentation & Communication (10%) Bonus: Use of sponsor tech or teamwork
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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