Adventure awaits at HackIllinois – where every coder is a creator. Join us at UIUC’s 11th international premier hackathon for a weekend of innovation, learning, and competition. Attendees will embark on a 36-hour weekend journey to develop projects for company-sponsored tracks, meet company recruiters, and compete for cash prizes. We also offer project support through workshops, mentors, and more. (We cater from beginner to advanced skill levels and are open to anyone 18 and over).
Beyond project development, HackIllinois offers an array of fun activities:
- Gaming tournaments
- Crafting breaks
- Coding challenges
- Frequent snack times to keep your energy high.
This year, introducing HackIllinois Knights! Aimed at experienced coders, the HackIllinois Knights path provides a more competitive hackathon experience with increased prize values, including a grand Knights prize of $2,000. Knights enjoy privileges like networking opportunities with sponsors and a chance to present in a thrilling Shark Tank-style project showcase. Application for Knights includes a coding challenge.
While HackIllinois Knights caters to advanced coders, the standard HackIllinois path remains a welcoming space for all skill levels. The HackIllinois and HackIllinois Knights paths are both eligible for company-sponsored tracks, company workshops, and all fun activities. Our commitment to inclusivity and learning ensures a fulfilling experience for everyone. Ready to code, create, and conquer?
Requirements
Check our attendee guide and join our Discord for more information. By submitting a project, you agree to HackIllinois' code of conduct and terms and conditions.
Your project submission on DevPost must contain a GitHub Repository (made public), a video demo or presentation video (made unlisted or public) that is no longer than 3 minutes, and a description addressing the respective track.
Links:
https://go.hackillinois.org/attendee-guide
https://discord.gg/hackillinois
Prizes
Best Knights Path Project
Teams that submit to this path will be REQUIRED to have all team members registered as a HackKnight. If ANY member is not a HackKnight, then the team is NOT eligible for this path and your project will be disqualified. See the attendee guide for more information.
$2000 cash prize.
Best General Path Project
Winning team receives a $500 cash prize.
Best Beginner Path Project
Teams that submit to this path will be REQUIRED to have all team members fill out the Beginner Path registration form on Discord by 10:00 PM, February 23 (https://discord.gg/hackillinois).
Winning team receives a $200 cash prize.
Best Game Made With Solana Blockchain (Solana Foundation) (Track)
Winning team receives a $3000 cash prize.
Best Developer Tool (Warp) (Track)
The winning team will receive Keychron Keyboards for each team member!
Best Hardware Project (John Deere) (Track)
The winning team will receive free hardware kits, along with a $500 total cash prize.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
HackIllinois
Warp
John Deere
Solana Foundation
Judging Criteria
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Judging Criteria
Go to https://go.hackillinois.org/attendee-guide for more information!
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