"The annual hackathon event, SpartaHack 8, hosted by Michigan State University, presents an opportunity for individuals to showcase their abilities in the field of computer science. This event is tailored for those who see challenges as opportunities to improve and expand their skills.
Participants will have the opportunity to gather at Michigan State University, East Lansing, on January 28th, 2023, for a 24-hour period of learning, building, and networking. The event is expected to attract over 500 of the brightest student developers and designers from various institutions.
As we utilize code as our medium and innovation as our guiding principle, we will delve into the realm of computer science and push the boundaries of technology. We invite all interested individuals to join us in this student-run invention marathon, and make the impossible a reality."
Requirements
- Only one person per team can submit the team's project on Devpost.
- All team members should be added to the Devpost submission by the submitter.
- A link to a public GitHub repository created between January 28-29, 2022 must be submitted if you have written any code.
- Live demonstrations of the projects must be presented in the designated judging space
- You are not required to submit a video, it is optional. Please keep it to 2 minutes maximum.
Prizes
1st Place
includes an MLH winner pin and a fast-tracked application to the MLH Fellowship
2nd Place
includes an MLH winner pin and a fast-tracked application to the MLH Fellowship
3rd Place
includes an MLH winner pin and a fast-tracked application to the MLH Fellowship
Social Good
Emerging Tech
Entrepreneurship
Best UX
Best Mobile App
Funniest Hack
First-Time Hacker
Best use of AI
Most Creative Hack
Best use of Hardware
Best Web App
[MLH] Best Domain Name from Domain.com
Register a .Tech domain name using Domain.com during the weekend for your chance to win a Domain.com branded backpack for you and each member of your team! Each team may submit one entry per person on the team. The more creative the domain the better!
[MLH] Best Use of Google Cloud
Build your hackathon project with a suite of secure storage, powerful compute, and integrated data analytics products provided by Google Cloud. See full list of products here: g.co/cloud. Winners located in the US will receive a Google Cloud Swag Bag complete with a beanie, Android pillow, journal, socks & lanyards. Winners outside of the US will receive a Google Cloud branded backpack.
[MLH] Best Hardware Hack Using Digi-Key
Grove Beginner Kit for Arduino is one of the best Arduino Beginner Kit for beginners. It includes one Arduino compatible Board and 10 additional Arduino sensors and all in one-piece of PCB design.
New to hardware? No problem. We've put together some great resources for you to start hacking with the Grove Beginner Kit!
[MLH] Most Creative Use of Twilio
Twilio allows you to incorporate mobile messaging, phone calls and a ton of other awesome communication features right into your hackathon project using a web service API. Are you building an e-commerce website and want to send text notifications or email confirmations once an order is completed? Or maybe you'd like to verify users based on their mobile numbers? Twilio makes all this possible and more. Build a hack that simplifies your life using any Twilio API for a chance to win a Twilio Swag Box & GameGo Console ! Get started with $50 in free credit
[MLH] Best Use of Velo by Wix
We know how difficult it can be to create a phenomenal website in a short period of time, especially when it comes to hackathons. Velo by Wix cuts down your development without sacrificing on functionality! With a built-in database and fully customizable JavaScript front-end and back-end, you can develop a full-stack application directly in your browser. With Velo, all the tools you need are conveniently located in one platform! Build your hackathon project with Velo by Wix for a chance to win Wacom Drawing Tablets for you and each of your teammates.
[MLH] Best Use of MongoDB Atlas
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! Build a hack using MongoDB Atlas for a chance to win a M5GO IoT Starter Kit for you and each member of your team.
[MSUFCU] Community Class Act Hack
[Mantel] STEM X Pirate Radio Challenge
[Gerdau] Best Hack for Environmental Sustainability
[Auto Owners] Best Hack to Increase Campus Transportation Safety
[TechSmith] Best Hack to Improve Async Visual Communication
[Deloitte] Most Ethical Hack
[Techacks] Best Female Empowerment Hack
[MSUIT] Best Hack to Improve Spartan Experience
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
SpartaHack Judges
SpartaHack
Judging Criteria
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Creativity
The creativity of the idea presented in this hackathon project will be evaluated based on the level of innovation. -
Originality
The originality of the idea presented in this hackathon project will be evaluated based on the level of uniqueness. -
Depth
How well does the hack solve the stated problem? -
Design and Usability
Is the hack designed to most optimally solve the stated problem? -
Potential
Is the hack scalable for the future? -
Presentation and Demo
Was the problem area clearly indicated and the hack well demonstrated? -
Technical Difficulty
How difficult was the solution to build and implement and how well it was executed?
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