Calling All Hackers, Builders & Innovators,
Hack@CEWIT is back at for it's seventh annual hackathon held in-person by the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology (CEWIT) at Stony Brook University! In partnership with our friends at Major League Hacking, this year's theme is Hacking A Sustainable Future.
Join us in person on March 3-5, 2023, to improve your skills, learn new programs, and meet fellow hackers and industry mentors while competing for prizes!
Interested in hacking, partnering, or have questions for our team? Visit our website or contact us at [email protected].
See you at Hack@CEWIT!
Requirements
All hacks must be submitted by 9:00am EST on Sunday, March 5th!
All team members, with their full name, must be registered on Devpost and be included in the "created by" section of the submission. This is to ensure proper credit is given.
We strongly encourage you to fill out the submission text sections as much as possible.
All projects must be new and not worked on previously or submitted to other hackathons.
Prizes
Top-Tier: Undergrad Best in Show
The cream of the crop; who will take home the prize for the most impressive undergraduate project?
Top-Tier: Graduate Best in Show
From thesis to reality; the graduate project that shines the brightest.
Most Creative
The project that dazzles with originality and ingenuity.
Climate Action Hero
Fighting climate change one hack at a time; the project that makes the biggest impact on sustainability.
Green Tech Trailblazer
Pioneering the future of eco-friendly tech; the project with the most innovative green solution.
Spark of Genius
Igniting a new era of innovation; the project with the most potential to change the game.
AI Mastermind
The artificial intelligence guru; the project that showcases the most advanced and impressive AI technology.
IoT Security Savvy Award
The cybersecurity defender of the internet of things; the project that showcases the most effective IoT security measures.
Virtual Reality Virtuoso
Pushing the limits of reality; the project that delivers the most immersive virtual experience.
HealthTech Hero
Revolutionizing healthcare technology; the project that has the biggest impact on improving health outcomes.
Hacking Hero
Mastering the art of cybersecurity; the project that showcases the most impressive hacking skills.
Immersive Experience Master
Creating unforgettable experiences; the project that delivers the most immersive and captivating experience.
Visual Design Wizard
The master of aesthetic appeal; the project with the most stunning visual design.
Best Dressed
Making a statement with style; the project with the most stylish and impressive appearance.
Best NoobHack
The underdog of the hackathon; the most impressive project by a first-time hacker or beginner.
Helpful Hacker
The unsung hero; the participant who provided the most valuable assistance and support to their fellow hackers.
Best Use of Softheon
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.
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.
Most Creative Use of GitHub
GitHub is one of the best ways to collaborate, push code, get feedback, and show the world what you’ve built during a hackathon. To take it a step further, GitHub is now offering you access to industry tools, events & learning resources through something called GitHub Global Campus. Win a swag pack with this weekend’s Best Use of GitHub prize category, first by signing up for GitHub Global Campus and second by using a GitHub repository to host your hackathon project’s code! Make sure your use of GitHub stands out with a detailed ReadMe page, meaningful pull requests and collaboration history, and even a GitHub pages deployment!
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!
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
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Mohammed Elbadry
Director of R&D at Soter Technologies
Dr. Michael Gouzman
Director of the Opto-electronic sensors Lab at Stony Brook University
Dan Holewienko
Executive Director of Big Data and Business Intelligence at Henry Schein
Thilanka Munsasinghe
Lecturer at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Yun Zhang
CEO and Founder of Mobilware
Judging Criteria
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Criteria I: Innovation
Innovation - The most innovative apps are new concepts that solve a problem in a unique way with new features. -
Criteria II: User Interface / User Experience
User Interface / User Experience - The best apps are intuitive, visually appealing, and designed for the intended user -
Criteria III: Overall Quality
Overall Quality - The best apps are aligned with system design and software engineering best practices and are well polished. -
Criteria IV: Technical Complexity
Technical Complexity - The best apps have a sophisticated design. -
Criteria V: Quality of Pitch / Project Impact
Quality of Pitch / Project Impact - The best apps have a clear business potential or broad impact (e.g., social, educational, etc.).
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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