sunhacks is a yearly Fall hackathon (ideathon, coding marathon, prototyping marathon, etc) designed to support students in their innovative journeys. sunhacks is for students of all skill levels, and our job as organizers is to support you by providing the resources you need to achieve your development dreams. We provide you with workshops, mentors, community connections, and peers who are motivated to help each other succeed and reach their goals.
Requirements
For participants to be eligible for judging the Devpost project, they must have the project write-up and evidence of work done (code and GitHub where applicable, zip). Some sponsor prizes may have explicit requirements as well so please check the prize category description.
In the instance there are team members, all team members must be registered for the hackathon individually and must be in the devpost submission before the submission deadline.
Videos
While we don't require a video, we are happy to encourage you to take a video of your functioning demo both as a backup during judging (things happen!) or if you happen to win a category and we'd like to show your demo at the end of closing ceremony! (Uploading to YouTube is preferable so we can make a playlist! If you don't wish to use your YouTube account and/or have privacy concerns, please see an organizer for a solution.)
If you are submitting a hardware hack, it is again, not required, but we highly recommend adding a video submission in case of delicate or hard to reset projects.
Video Requirements (submission optional)
- Maximum two(2) minute video
- Uploaded to YouTube
- Privacy Permissions: Note in your Devpost write up whether you agree to having your video in an end of sunhacks playlist in the event of winning a category or placement.
Prizes
Most Aesthetic
Beautiful usable UI/UX, need we clarify more? Kodak Ektar H35 with film
Best Hardware Hack
Microcontrollers, breadboard, and wires, oh my! Challenge the software quo and bring balance to the *ware world. Channel your inner (or outer) maker and leverage electronics, 3D printing (if you have time), and more to break the mold. 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller
Least Practical
How convoluted is your stack? How impractical is your idea? The constraints are flipped and we're looking for you to do your... worst? Giant Enter Key
Best Team Mascot
Your team mascot must match your project, be aesthetically pleasing, and be integrated into your project (this gen's Clippy?). Ikea mini-hajs!
State Farm - Best Hack for Safety
Car safety kit: includes a portable car jump starter and air compressor, first aid kit, resqme emergency key chain, power bank + carrying case (branded), and gas gift card. Branded State Farm items: Jake Funko Pop, Lego type building kit, bike light, and a multi tool. All in a reusable State Farm insulated tote.
Amazon - Best Sustainability Hack
Amazon's Climate Pledge is a commitment to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. What ideas do you have to help create a more sustainable future? Your choice of Echo Spot or Echo Show 5
Base44 Challenge
Please see the Base 44 prompt, requirements, and more at this link https://links.sunhacks.io/base44-prompt
MLH - Best Use of Gemini API || Mechanical Keyboards
It’s time to push the boundaries of what's possible with AI using Google Gemini. Check out the Gemini API to build AI-powered apps that make your friends say WHOA. So, what can Gemini do for your hackathon project?
• Understand language like a human and build a chatbot that gives personalized
• Analyze info like a supercomputer and create an app that summarizes complex research
• Generate creative content like code, scripts, music, and more
Think of the possibilities… what will you build with the Google Gemini API this weekend?
The winning team will receive mechanical keyboards!
MLH - Best AI Application Built with Cloudflare || Arduino Tiny ML Kit
Cloudflare is one of the world’s largest networks enabling hackers like you to build, deploy, and deliver trusted applications, no matter where you are! With Cloudflare, you’ll have all the building blocks to create a full-stack application; from C3 (create Cloudflare command line) instance deployment to object storage. You can even run GenAI (LLMs, text to image, Voice to text etc..) in the cloud and leverage your AI functionality via API requests using Cloudlfare’s Workers AI! Enjoy Cloudflare’s generous free tier to get started at no cost! This weekend, we want you to build an AI Application utilizing Cloudflare’s numerous services for a chance to win Arduino Kits for you and your team!
MLH - Best Domain Name from GoDaddy Registry || Digital Gift Card
GoDaddy Registry is giving you everything you need to be the best hacker no matter where you are. Register your domain name with GoDaddy Registry for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
MLH - Best Use of Snowflake API || Arduino Tiny ML Kit
Play with industry-leading LLMs on a single account using the Snowflake APIs. Adding AI capabilities into your application can be as simple as a single CURL command to Snowflake’s REST API.
Build customized applications, RAG powered chat bots, or embed AI-powered features into your app in half the time with half the hassle. Get started for free with a special, student 120-day Snowflake trial and check out this repository for an example of the Snowflake REST API in action.
Google Developer Groups ASU - Best Use of AI Agents
Apple HomePod Mini (one per team member, up to 4)
Build the most creative, impactful, and well-built AI agent!
Judges will evaluate projects on: Creativity & Innovation, Technical Implementation, Impact & Relevance, and how well the agent is integrated.
Bonus points for: Using Google technologies (Gemini API, Vertex AI, Firebase, Cloud, etc.), and solving ASU-specific student or community challenges
WiCS - Best Education Hack
Polaroid cameras
./SoDA - Best Rookie Hack
1st place - pick from Insignia™ - 32" Class FE Series LED Full HD Smart Fire TV, Amazon - Echo (4th Gen), Beats - Solo Buds True Wireless Earbuds - Matte Black, Logitech - MX Master 3S Bluetooth Editio;
2nd place - pick from Anker - Power Bank (20,000mAh, 30W PD w/ built in USB-C Cable) - Black, Amazon - Fire TV Stick 4K streaming device, includes support for Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Vision/Atmos, free & live TV - Black, Microsoft - Xbox Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PCs, and Cloud-Enabled Devices - Carbon Black;
3rd place - Apple AirTags
First Place
nuphy Air60 HE Wired Magnetic Gaming Keyboard
Second Place
Cosori TurboBlaze Air Fryer
Third Place
Hollyland Lark M2 Wireless Microphone
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Team
sunhacks
Judging Criteria
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Design
Does it look good? Does it feel good? -
Originality
Avoid Uber for Y ideas. A "bad" idea can be very original! -
Functionality
Completeness -
Complexity
How hard was this (for you)?
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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