12 months ago
And the winners are...
We're thrilled to announce the winners of the Windows on Snapdragon AI Hackathon! Our esteemed panel of judges, including experts from Qualcomm Technologies and the broader community, meticulously evaluated each submission based on technological implementation, design, potential impact, idea quality, and best use of Qualcomm AI Hub models. And the winners are:
1st Place: AudioNova
2nd Place: Snapdragon AI: Multilingual Translator
3rd Place: Civil Dialog
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the winners and our sincere gratitude to all the participants for their hard work and passion. Your innovation with Qualcomm AI Hub and Snapdragon X series was incredible. Go…
12 months ago
DEADLINE EXTENDED: 11:45pm PT
Hey everyone,
First off, we want to express our sincere appreciation for all the incredible work you've been putting into your projects for the Windows on Snapdragon AI Hackathon. We've been seeing some amazing progress and are truly excited to see the final results!
Quick update: due to the recent Qualcomm AI Hub maintenance, we're extending the submission deadline to 11:45 PM PT tonight.
We know that every minute counts, especially during a hackathon. We want to make sure that the planned maintenance doesn't negatively impact your build time and that you have ample opportunity to finalize your projects.
…
12 months ago
Only 3 days left to enter your submission to the Windows on Snapdragon AI Hackathon!
Hey there,
Submissions are due February 24th.
Don’t Forget: Submission checklist
Run through this list before you sit back from your project:
- Are you creating a working Windows software application with an AI model from Qualcomm AI Hub?
- Are all of your teammates added to your submission form? Remind them to accept the invitation so that they’re listed on the project submission!
- Have you created a submission video? Is your video public, coherent and shows your app working?
- Did you provide a public link to your code repository?
- Did you write a thorough description of your project and explain…
about 1 year ago
Recording available
Hi everyone,
Following up on yesterday's message regarding the technical difficulties with our office hours session, we're pleased to announce that the recording of the original agenda is now available!
You can access the recording here: https://youtu.be/HlAC7UbVNSw
We hope this provides you with the information you were looking for. We understand it's not the same as a live session, and we sincerely apologize again for the inconvenience.
As a reminder, if you have any questions:
- For AI-related questions, please use our Slack channel.
- For Windows on Snapdragon inquiries, head over to the Qualcomm Developer Discord or the Windows on…
about 1 year ago
Oops! Our sincere apologies for today's office hours hiccup!
We're so sorry that technical difficulties disrupted today's Windows On Snapdragon AI Hackathon office hours session. We know you were looking forward to getting your questions answered and we're incredibly disappointed that we fumbled the ball.
But don't worry! We're committed to making it right.
Here's the plan:
- Tomorrow, you'll receive a recording of the original agenda. This way, you can still get the information you need, even if it's not live.
- In the meantime, please don't hesitate to reach out for support. For AI-related questions, our Slack channel is buzzing with experts ready to help. For Windows on Snapdragon…
about 1 year ago
Office Hours in 15 minutes
Hi everyone,
The Office Hours session with the Qualcomm team starts in 15 minutes! Here’s the Microsoft Teams link so you can join! Can’t wait to see you there!
about 1 year ago
Reminder: Office Hours Tomorrow!
Hey everyone,
Just a reminder that our Office Hours session is happening tomorrow! This is a great opportunity to get your questions answered and connect with the Qualcomm team.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
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Share resources available to contestants
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Sample Applications
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Projects from previous Hackathons
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Q&A
Office Hours Details:
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When: Wednesday, February 19th
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Time: 9:00 AM PT / 12 PM ET
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Where: Microsoft Teams, Meeting ID: 284 289 406 196
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Password: VC7WM7Us
We look forward to seeing you there!
about 1 year ago
Submission Checklist: It’s Go Time!!
Hi there,
There is just one week left to enter your submission to the Windows on Snapdragon AI Hackathon. Submissions are due February 24th.
Whether you’re nearly finished with your submission or have been putting it off and are planning to get everything done this week, the deadline is coming soon!! Get some tips from our submission form process, make sure all of your teammates have accepted their invitations to join the project, and use the checklist below to make sure you’re all set by the deadline!
Submission Checklist:
- Are you creating a working Windows software application with an…
about 1 year ago
Office Hours | Wednesday, February 19th at 9am PT / 12pm ET
Hey Hackers,
We hope you're all deep in the zone, creating some amazing projects for the Windows on Snapdragon AI Hackathon!
We know things can get busy, and if you happened to miss our "Build Along" session on Discord, no worries! The recording is now available for you to watch at your convenience.
Also, we're excited to announce that we'll be hosting Office Hours next week! This is your chance to connect directly with the Qualcomm team and get answers to any burning questions you might have. Whether you're stuck on a technical issue or need clarification…
about 1 year ago
Lights, Camera, Action! Submission video tips for hackers
Hi there!
We know as devs and innovators, your expertise normally lies behind the scenes, but the submission video needs time and care too! It's often the first (and sometimes only!) thing that judges review. Your video tells the story behind your project, providing a clear avenu
e to showcase your software and talent.
Prep your elevator pitch and don’t forget to include
- how your project meets the hackathon requirements
- tools you used
- problem your project addresses
- solution your project addresses
Demo your project in a way that shows judges how real-world users will interact and benefit from it
…
about 1 year ago
Did someone say….Prizes?
Hi there,
The chance to snag some awesome prizes is a major plus, whether you're here to learn, connect, or simply have a blast creating amazing software. So, here's a friendly nudge to remind you of the incredible prizes up for grabs for eligible participants:
First Place
- $10,000 USD
- 30 min. virtual meeting with members of the sponsor organization
- Guest speaker at Qualcomm's Discord office hours sessions.
- Feature post on Qualcomm blog on www.qualcomm.com/developer
- Social promotion of the winning project
Second Place
- $7,500 USD
- 30 min. virtual meeting with members of the sponsor organization
- Guest speaker at Qualcomm's Discord office…
about 1 year ago
Discord Live Build-Along | January 30th
Hi there,
The Qualcomm team would like to invite you to this upcoming session:
We are kicking off new year with the new exclusive live event series on Discord. Introducing Build-Along – deep dive session designed to walk you through the process of building different projects and applications.
For our inaugural outing, Qualcomm Staff Engineer Derrick Johnson will join our developer advocate Nick Debeurre to build a pose detection app in Python on Snapdragon X Elite.
Using the HRNET_Pose model from Qualcomm AI Hub and ONNX for the runtime, we’ll explore each step of the…
about 1 year ago
Give yourself a schedule
A little planning can go a long way towards a winning project. In the Windows on Snapdragon AI Hackathon we want to be sure we get to check out your project and want to help you get there.
Check out our Tips for Planning Your Project and the below rough timeline for when to start different activities:
Brainstorm (Today)
Pick an idea (Tomorrow)
Quick design and how it might work (by the end of January)
Start building (by the end of January)
Start your Submission (First week in February)
Finish up your Project (Mid-February)
Record your demo video (February 21st)
…
about 1 year ago
Make a Plan: Brainstorm, Build, Submit
Let’s get started with building your Windows on Snapdragon AI Hackathon project!
Make a Plan.
Want to boost your chances of creating a winning project? A little planning and strategizing can work wonders! Dive into our Tips for Planning Your Project to get those creative juices flowing.
Get inspo from the Hackathon Resources!
Figuring out where to start with your project can sometimes be a hurdle in your building journey. The Resources Tab can be a great place to find your footing and take advantage of the documents and other helpful tips.
We can't wait to see your…
