Spring Hacks by Code4TheFuture is focused on introducing students to careers in the STEM field. Because of this, everyone is a winner in our hackathon and will receive a minimum of X dollars in prizes. We will also host many workshops to get students passionate about engineering.
Spring Hacks by Code4TheFuture is an organization partnered with Bay Area organizations and is run by Bay Area students. It is tailor-made for beginner to intermediate coders who are eager to learn and grow. We provide a wealth of educational resources, tutorials, and access to mentors to support your coding journey. Whether you're a student, a self-learner, or someone looking to switch careers, Spring Hacks by Code4TheFuture is your gateway to coding excellence.
We challenge you to think beyond the ordinary. Spring Hacks by Code4TheFuture encourages participants to develop tech-based solutions that address real-world challenges in education. From building interactive learning platforms to gamifying educational content, the possibilities are endless. Let your creativity flow and create solutions that can truly change the way we learn.
We will be hosting multiple sessions and events for people of all skill levels to learn more about engineering and coding, so make sure to keep an eye out on our Discord server!
Requirements
Submission Requirements
At Spring Hacks by Code4TheFuture, we encourage you to unleash your creativity and build projects that can transform the world of education through technology. Here's a clear outline of what you need to build for the hackathon and the additional materials you should submit on Devpost:
Project Development:
Develop a tech-based solution that targets a challenge or enhances learning experiences within the field of education. You have the freedom to choose the nature of your project – it can be a web application, mobile app, game, software tool, or any other innovative digital solution.
Functioning Prototype:
Create a functioning prototype of your project that demonstrates its core features and functionalities. The more polished and user-friendly your prototype, the better.
Code Repository:
Maintain a public code repository on a platform like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket. This repository should contain all the source code, assets, and resources necessary for your project.
Demo Video:
Produce a compelling demo video (up to 5 minutes) that effectively showcases your project's functionality and features. Use this video to explain how your solution addresses the chosen educational challenge or enhances learning experiences. Be creative and engaging in your presentation.
Presentation Deck:
Prepare a presentation deck (in PDF or PowerPoint format) that provides an overview of your project. Use this deck to narrate the story of your project, highlighting its purpose, features, and potential impact on education. Visuals, diagrams, and clear explanations are encouraged.
Technical Documentation:
Include a concise technical documentation document that outlines how to set up, configure, and use your project. Ensure that it is clear and comprehensible to help others understand the technical aspects of your solution.
Team Information:
Provide the names and contact details of all team members. Include a brief introduction or bio for each team member, emphasizing their roles and contributions to the project.
Additional Materials (Optional):
If you have any supplementary materials that enhance your project's presentation, such as concept art, design mockups, user stories, or any other relevant content, feel free to include them.
By adhering to these submission requirements, you'll be able to present your project comprehensively and effectively. We encourage you to think innovatively, push your creative boundaries, and strive to make a meaningful impact on education through your technological solution. Best of luck!
Prizes
First
Certificate
Second
Certificate
Third
Certificate
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
HowToHackathon Team
HowToHackathon
Puneet Luthra
Technology Consulting, solving complex Enterprise Requirements, mentoring, leadership
Kishan Rao
Okta - Staff software engineer and Tech lead
Karthik Manne
Middleware Service Owner @ Bayer
Ashutosh Tripathi
Clara Analytics - Senior Engineering Manager
Denis Dudnik
SigmaDevs, Backend Developer
Kaushik Sathupadi
Google, TLM, Staff Engineer, Founding Team @ IDX
Pradeep Kumar Saraswathi
Salesforce - User Interface Architect
Stepan Mikhailiuk
Principal Software Engineer at Lumen5
Nithish Nadukuda
PayPal - Software Engineer 3
Viharika Bhimanapati
DIRECTV/Sr. Big Data Test Engineer
Advait Patel
Sr. Cloud Site Reliability Engineer, Lead Security at Broadc om
Jiaxi
Meta/Instagram, Software Engineer
Siri Varma Vegiraju
Tech Lead, Microsoft Security
Preetish Kakkar
Adobe, Senior Computer Graphics Engineer
Sriram Santosh Aripirala
Airbnb/Android Tech lead
Pranay Airan
Airbnb/Mobile Tech Lead
Abdul Sajid Mohammed
Senior Engineer
Meghana Puvvadi
Director of Engineering, Nvidia
Sumit Ranjan
Adobe, Lead Architect, Machine Learning
Akhil Mittal
Synopsys, Senior Manager, Cybsersecurity
Prakash, Neha
KR3 Information Systems Inc., Business Analyst
Uladzislau Baryshchyk
OSG/ Software developer
NIKHIL JATHAR
Principal Architect, Enterprise Solutions & Emerging Technologies | CTO & Co-founder at AvanSaber.com
Sanjana Kandi
NVIDIA, Sr System Software Engineer
Sri Bhargav Krishna Adusumilli
Co-Founder, Mindquest Technology Solutions
Sai Tarun, Kaniganti
The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Software Developer 2
Yiping Liang
Exabeam(global cybersecurity company), Software Engineer
Siddharth Parakh
Medable Inc, Sr Engineering Manager
Judging Criteria
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Criteria
(25%) Unique, (25% Is effort there?), (50% How useful is the project). If the project seems 100% not your work it will not be considered.
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