About the challenge

Hack the Mountains is a dynamic and engaging hackathon that brings together talented individuals from diverse backgrounds to create, collaborate and communicate groundbreaking solutions. This exhilarating event is designed to foster creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork among participants.

The hackathon is typically held in the competitive and supportive environment, providing a serene and inspiring backdrop for participants to unleash their imagination and push the boundaries of technology. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a budding entrepreneur, or simply a tech enthusiast, Hack the Mountains offers a platform for you to showcase your skills and turn your ideas into reality.

During the hackathon, teams work tirelessly within a specified timeframe to develop innovative projects. These projects can range from web and mobile applications to hardware prototypes and software solutions. Throughout the event, participants are encouraged to think outside the box, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and collaborate with mentors and industry experts.

Hack the Mountains also offers a series of qubits, speaker sessions, and networking opportunities to enhance participants' knowledge and foster meaningful connections. These sessions cover a wide range of topics, including emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, and career development.

At the end of the hackathon, teams present their projects to a panel of judges who assess them based on criteria such as creativity, technical implementation, and potential impact. Winners are rewarded with prizes, recognition, and the opportunity to further develop their projects.

Hack the Mountains is not just a competitive event; it is a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the power of technology to solve real-world problems. It provides a platform for like-minded individuals to come together, learn from each other, and make a positive impact on society.

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Requirements

Demo Video Link : You need to submit a proper demo video link of your project that is at least 2 minutes long. The video should be uploaded on YouTube or you can submit a Google Drive link. 

GitHub Repository : You need to submit a GitHub repository of your project's codebase. This repository will serve as a central location for your project's code and documentation. 

Deployed Link : You need to upload a deployed link of your project. This link will allow the judges to access and interact with your project.

Hackathon Duration : The entire project should have been completed within the duration of the hackathon. This ensures that all participants have an equal amount of time to work on their projects.

Sponsor Challenges : If you want to be eligible for any of the sponsor challenges, you have to give a brief explanation of where you used their technology. This shows how you have incorporated the sponsor's technology into your project.

Tips-

1. Description or Readme of your project should be clear and concise.
2. The demo video should cover the essential parts of your project.
3. Upload the screenshots of your application on DevPost.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

265,000 in prizes
Winner ― 100000 Cash Worth
1 winner

₹50000 Cash
Exclusive Hack The Mountains Merchandise
Exclusive Winner Party
Software Licenses
MLH Winner Pin

Runner Up ― 70000 Cash Worth
1 winner

₹30000 CASH
Exclusive Hack The Mountains Merchandise
Software Licenses
MLH Winner Pin

Runner Up #2 ― 40000 Cash Worth
1 winner

₹20000 CASH
Exclusive Hack The Mountains Merchandise
Software Licences
MLH Winner Pin

All Girls Team ― 10000 Cash
1 winner

₹10,000 to winning team
Additional perks.

Best Beginner Team ― 5000 Cash
1 winner

₹5000 to winning team
Additional perks.

Best Backend Project use in Godspeed
10 winners

10 Best-Backend Projects With Godspeed will receive Rapz Wireless Headphones.

Best UI use in fastn
2 winners

Top Two winners will get ₹10K each.

Additionally, 3 runner-ups to the 2 winners will receive a fastn swag kit.

Best Use of Arweave
1 winner

20k INR to winning team
Get a chance to hack at Arweave Hacker House.

Best Use of MongoDB Atlas ― M5GO IoT Starter Kit
1 winner

Get a chance to win a M5GO IoT Starter Kit for you and each member of your team.

Most Creative Use of GitHub ― GitHub Swag
1 winner

Win the weekend’s Most Creative Use of GitHub prize category.

Best Domain Name from GoDaddy Registry ― Hack from Home kit
1 winner

Get a chance to win a Hack from Home Kit!
Each Kit contains wireless earbuds, blue light glasses, selfie ring light and a pouch for easy transport.

Best Use of Hedera ― Compact Mechanical Keyboard
1 winner

Get a chance to win amazing Compact Mechanical Keyboards for you and your team!

Best Use of Taipy ― Wireless Headphones
1 winner

Get a chance to win a set of Wireless Headphones for you and each of your team members as well as a chance to have your project featured on the Taipy website!

Best Use of TinyMCE ― 3D Printing Pen
1 winner

Get a chance to win a 3D Printing Pen for you and each of your team members!

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Rishika Gupta

Rishika Gupta
Software Development Engineer @LinkedIn

Pawan Singla

Pawan Singla
Software Engineer at Zigram

Mohd Kafeel Khan

Mohd Kafeel Khan
Sr. Devops Engineer @MakeMyTrip

Pranay Nanda

Pranay Nanda
Customer Engineer @Google

Gaurav Raval

Gaurav Raval
Software Engineer @Arcana

Pooja Gera

Pooja Gera
Software Engineer @PaloAltoNetwork

Vanshika Rana

Vanshika Rana
Ex- Director of Devrel @Valist

Prasan Singh

Prasan Singh
Advocate @Arweave

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation
    This criteria evaluates the level of creativity and originality in the project idea, assessing how it stands out from existing solutions.
  • Functionality
    This criteria assesses whether the project works as intended and meets its intended purpose, ensuring that all features and functionalities are implemented correctly.
  • User Experience
    This criteria measures how well the project caters to the needs of its intended users, evaluating the ease of use, intuitiveness, and overall satisfaction of the user interface.
  • Technical Execution
    This criteria evaluates the level of implementation and proficiency in utilizing the chosen technologies, assessing the efficiency, performance, and robustness of the project.
  • Impact
    This criteria assesses the potential impact that the project can have on society, industries, or specific user groups, considering the value it brings and the problems it solves.
  • Presentation
    This criteria evaluates how effectively the project is communicated and presented to the judges, assessing the clarity, organization, and persuasiveness of the project pitch.
  • Scalability
    This criteria measures the potential for the project to be scaled up or modified for wider use in the future, evaluating its adaptability to changing requirements and increasing user demands.
  • Teamwork
    This criteria assesses how well the team collaborated and worked together throughout the hackathon, evaluating communication, coordination, and the ability to overcome challenges collectively.

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