1. There is a maximum team size of 4 and a minimum team size of 1. 

  2. All participants must be a current undergraduate student 

  3. Teams should be made up exclusively of students who are not organizers, volunteers, judges, sponsors, or in any other privileged position at the event.

  4. All team members should be present at the event. Leaving the venue for some time to hack elsewhere is fine. 

  5. Teams can gain advice and support from organizers, volunteers, mentors  sponsors, and others.

  6. All work on a project should be done at the hackathon.

  7. Teams can use libraries, frameworks, or open-source code in their projects. Working on a project before the event and open-sourcing it for the sole purpose of using the code during the event is against the spirit of the rules and is not allowed.

  8. Teams must stop hacking once the time is up. Teams are not allowed to debug and make small fixes to their programs after time is up. 

  9. Teams that violate the Code of Conduct are not allowed.

  10. Teams can be disqualified from the competition at the organizers' discretion. Reasons might include but are not limited to breaking the Competition Rules, breaking the Code of Conduct, or other unsporting behavior.

    Code of Conduct

    1. Respect: Treat all participants, organizers, sponsors, and staff with respect and courtesy. Harassment or discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

    2. Inclusivity: We welcome participants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Let's create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and included.

    3. Collaboration: Hackathons are about teamwork and collaboration. Be open to sharing ideas, knowledge, and resources with your fellow teammates.

    4. Safety: Prioritize the safety and well-being of yourself and others. If you see any unsafe behavior or situations, please report them to the organizers immediately.

    5. Compliance: Follow all rules and guidelines set forth by the organizers. Failure to comply may result in disqualification or removal from the event.

    6. Learning: Embrace the spirit of learning and growth. Share knowledge and skills with others, and be open to learning from your peers.

    7. Have Fun: Most importantly, have fun and enjoy the experience! Hackathons are a great opportunity to learn, innovate, and meet new people.

     

    By participating in FinHacks, you agree to adhere to this code of conduct. Let's make this a memorable and rewarding event for everyone involved! If you have any questions or concerns regarding the code of conduct, please don't hesitate to reach out to the organizers.