TechCommons Hacks V2 - Hacks to Inspire
Student-led online hackathon for young builders to create technology that addresses real problems. Open theme includes websites, apps, games, AI tools, and educational platforms. Projects should be built during the event with emphasis on originality and impact.
参赛资格 / Eligibility
Ages 13 to 20 only. Students only. Companies and professional organizations are excluded. Open to all countries and territories excluding standard exceptions. Prize eligibility requires joining the designated Discord server. Team rules and certificates use submitted member names.
交付物 / Deliverables
Build an original technology project during the hackathon addressing a real problem or opportunity. Submit project name and short description, working prototype or demonstration, source code repository link, 2-3 minute demo video showing functionality, written description covering problem, solution, build process and impact, plus team members and contributions.
评审 / Judging
Judged by three listed judges including organizers and an industry engineer. Criteria: Innovation and Creativity 25 percent, Impact and Relevance 25 percent, Technical Execution 20 percent, Design and User Experience 15 percent, Presentation and Explanation 15 percent. Includes a Peoples Choice award category. Not specified whether all judging is final panel review.
限制 / Constraints
Date fields above come directly from the platform; they take precedence over timing mentioned in the AI brief. Projects should be developed during the hackathon period. No single required theme; solutions should be original, useful and purpose-driven. Must follow platform rules and standard territorial exclusions. Discord membership required for prizes. Participation Award quantity is listed separately from Winner categories.
投入 / Effort
Estimate: medium effort over about one week. Expect concept development, prototyping, repository documentation, and a 2-3 minute video. Suitable for beginners and experienced coders. Solo or small student team workable within evenings alongside school if scope is narrow.
奖金 / Prizes
Advertised pool of 6,300 in cash plus other prizes. Winner 300 in cash for 1 winner. Runner Up, Impact Award, Peoples Choice Award, and Best Beginner Project list 1 winner each with value to be confirmed dependent on sponsorships. Participation Award 30 in cash for 200 winners, also marked value to be confirmed.
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