Let's Code

Shooting Stars Foundation has partnered with IBM Z® and created a 24-hour datathon, dedicated to promoting social good with ML and spreading the art of programming to all. Join us from Sep 12th - Sep 25th to learn how to leverage the power of the Z Platform to build scalable data-driven applications!

No matter your experience in coding, we're here to help. Throughout the hackathon, mentors will be there to help with everything from ideation to development to submission.

Please visit our website to learn more and register. Please note that you must fill out this form in order to participate in the hackathon - don't wait because spots are limited!

This hackathon will take place on Sept. 25th.

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Prizes

$31,750 in prizes
1st Place
1 winner

$1000 Cash Prize + 3 month mentorship from IBM + 3 month IBM Z credits ($10K+ value)

2nd Place
1 winner

$500 + 3 month mentorship from IBM + 3 month IBM Z credits ($10K+ value)

3rd Place
1 winner

$250 + 3 month mentorship from IBM + 3 month IBM Z credits ($10K+ value)

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Sudharsana Srinivasan

Sudharsana Srinivasan
IBM

Judging Criteria

  • Value to Community
  • Creativity/Novelty of the idea
  • Technical design (Use of ML on Z technology)

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