About the challenge
Our team is looking for hard-working students in middle school to post-secondary to join our hybrid hackathon this year from August 25 to 27!
⏰ Hacker applications are due August 25th, 2023, 11:59PM EST. In-person applications are now closed.
Important Links
- To apply, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/H1qBrgpVcnzpYNUi9
- Discord server: https://discord.gg/YDM4ZBbtjY
- Hacker handbook: https://gossamer-biology-eca.notion.site/Hacker-Handbook-v-4-10cddd1370264d36bd65e1287256306b
Requirements
What to Build and Submit
There is no particular theme for IgnitionHacks V.4. Build anything you like that solves a problem in the world whether that be an App, Website, Chrome Extension, Hardware, or anything your hearts desire!
Submissions will be via Devpost. Please submit a 2 minute long Youtube video link explaining your project, as well as a demo.
Hacker requirements
- Teams must be groups of 1-4.
- You must be either a middle-school, high-school, or post-secondary student.
Prizes
First, Second, Third Overall - (Option #1)
Each member of the winning team receives:
Custom Keycap + Deskmat + Wrist Rest by The KapCo
This is a bespoke prize that you can customize to your heart's content!
($1000 in prizes total, valued $250 each)
First, Second, Third Overall - (Option #2)
Each member of the winning team receives:
GAR Monster Starter Kit for Arduino
The second largest starter kit for serious Arduino programmers!
($904 in prizes total, valued $226 each)
First, Second, Third Overall - (Option #3)
Each member of the winning team receives:
$100 Best Buy Giftcard
Spend at Best Buy Canada stores.
($400 in prizes total)
Best Beginner Hack
Award to a team with a majority of first-time hackers. (At least 3/4, at least 2/3, 2/2, or 1/1).
Each member of the winning team receives
1. Deskmat by Mech.land
A limited run deskmat.
2. PixelSnap 2 License by PixelSnap
An app for measuring on your screen, great for designers and UI, UX, and other creatives.
($320 in prizes total, valued $80 each)
Best Female Hack
Awarded to a team containing a majority of female-identifying members. (at least 3/4, at least 2/3, 2/2, or 1/1).
Each member of the winning team receives:
1. $25 Best Buy Gift Card
Usable at Best Buy Canada stores.
2. Cleanshot X License by Cleanshot X
A fully featured screen capture app with advanced functionality.
($220 in prizes total, valued $55 each)
Best Mobile App
Each member of the winning team receives:
1. $25 AoPS Coupons
Available for use at the AoPS online store to purchase some problems that get your brain thinking.
2. O’Reilly E-Books
A learning platform for teams to stay up to date in their industries.
($100 in prizes total)
Best Web
Deploy your website using Github or Vercel.
Each member of the winning team receives:
1. Taskade 5-year Pro Plan
An advanced AI team collaboration platform that speeds up your workflows!
($2750 in prizes total, $687.5 each)
Most Innovative
Each member of the winning team receives:
A chance to grow your project through Brilliant Catalyst Incubator Program from Ontario Tech University.
Wolfram Award for Best Use of API
Each member of the winning team receives:
1. $20 Cash
2. Wolfram|One Personal Edition
3. 1-year subscription to Wolfram Alpha Pro
($480 in prizes total, $120 each)
Best UI/UX
An interview with Cryptochicks for a 3-month unpaid internship
Two spots will be available for the marketing/design/blockchain internship.
Wolfram Award for Best ML/AI Hack
Each member of the winning team receives:
1. $20 Cash
2. Wolfram|One Personal Edition
3. 1-year subscription to Wolfram Alpha Pro
($480 in prizes total, $120 each)
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Yamilla Prodhan
Application Programmer Analyst @ Ministry of Education
Hadi Jafar
Software Developer @ Bell, Automation Engineer @ theScore
Godwin Chan
Startup Operator, Angel Investor, Content Creator
Jason Truong
Software Engineer Intern @ Coursera
Matt Espinoza
CEO of Agora Labs
Stacy Morris
Crypto Chicks
Estrella Li
Crypto Chicks
Alice Liu
Crypto Chicks
Connor Loughlean
Brilliant Catalyst
Lina Hamouda
Brilliant Catalyst
Leen Jaber
Brilliant Catalyst
Judging Criteria
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Design
- Is there a consistency in design elements that creates a smooth and engaging user experience? - How intuitive and seamless is the interaction with the user interface? - How well does the design communicate the core message or function of the project? -
Technicality
- Does the solution deal with challenging technical problems? - How well does it integrate the technologies in the solution? Is it a high-quality prototype? - How well does the project adapt to different scenarios, including unexpected use cases? -
Creativity
- Is the idea unique? Or, does it solve a problem in a new or innovative way? - Does the project make creative use of existing technologies that are not readily apparent? - Does the project employ novel techniques or ideas that set it apart? -
Viability
- Could the solution be implemented in a real-world scenario? - How well-defined and realistic is the target market for the project? - Can the project scale in order to increase its reach and impact?
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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