Welcome to HackPalachia, the premier hackathon experience for students and tech enthusiasts of all levels! Our event is designed to bring together the brightest minds in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship to collaborate, create, and solve real-world problems. Whether you're an experienced developer or just starting, we believe that everyone has the potential to make an impact. That's why we're dedicated to creating a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where you can take your skills to the next level.
Our hackathon is a 24 hours event where participants will work in teams to develop innovative solutions to pressing issues. With a focus on creativity, teamwork, and hands-on learning, you'll have the chance to stretch your boundaries and push the limits of your abilities. In addition, our diverse range of mentors and speakers will be on hand to offer guidance and inspiration, helping you to develop new skills and make meaningful connections with others in the tech community.
What sets HackPalachia apart from other hackathons is our commitment to making it a beginner-friendly experience. So whether you're a seasoned programmer or just starting, you'll find a welcoming environment where you can learn, grow, and make a difference. Everyone has something valuable to bring to the table, and we're eager to see what you'll create!
Requirements
Submission Requirements for HackPalachia:
Participants are welcome to submit any type of solution that addresses one or more of our designated tracks (Sustainability, Healthcare, Energy, Blockchain, Diversity, and Education) in the form of a presentation, app, website, or any other format they prefer.
To qualify for judging, submissions must be original, creative, and relevant to the designated tracks. Participants should submit a brief explanation of their project, along with any relevant visual aids or supporting documentation, in a format that is easily accessible and shareable with the judges.
Submissions must be turned in by the specified deadline, which will be announced at the event. Participants are encouraged to be innovative and think outside the box in their submissions, as they will be evaluated on creativity, relevance, and potential impact.
We look forward to seeing your innovative solutions to real-world problems at HackPalachia!
Prizes
Overall Winner
$350 to split amongst team
Overall 2nd Place
$225 to split amongst team
Energy
$125 to split amongst team
Sustainability
$125 to split amongst team
Education
$125 to split amongst team
Blockchain
$125 to split amongst team
Diversity
$125 to split amongst team
Healthcare
$125 to split amongst team
First Time Hacker
$50 to split amongst team
Most Useless/Funny Hack
$50 to split amongst team
Best Use of MATLAB [MLH]
MATLAB and Simulink are computational tools used at over 100,000 businesses, government and university sites in over 190 countries. Use MATLAB and/or Simulink exclusively or integrate them into another tool for your next hack to win an exclusive MathWorks branded Wireless YoYo Speaker! You can also claim a free MATLAB software license to get started.
Most Creative Use of Twilio [MLH]
Twilio allows you to incorporate mobile messaging, phone calls and a ton of other awesome communication features right into your hackathon project using a web service API. Are you building an e-commerce website and want to send text notifications or email confirmations once an order is completed? Or maybe you'd like to verify users based on their mobile numbers? Twilio makes all this possible and more. Build a hack that simplifies your life using any Twilio API for a chance to win some awesome prizes! Get started with $50 in free credit!
Best Use of Velo by Wix [MLH]
We know how difficult it can be to create a phenomenal website in a short period of time, especially when it comes to hackathons. Velo by Wix cuts down your development without sacrificing on functionality! With a built-in database and fully customizable JavaScript front-end and back-end, you can develop a full-stack application directly in your browser. With Velo, all the tools you need are conveniently located in one platform! You can even join the Wix Discord Server to get answers to your questions and learn more about Velo! Build your hackathon project with Velo by Wix for a chance to win Wacom Drawing Tablets for you and each of your teammates.
Best Use of Microsoft Cloud for Your Community [MLH]
Bring your idea to life using the Microsoft Cloud - automatically build and deploy a full stack web app from a code repository, create and train a Machine Learning model, develop business applications with little to no code using Power Platform, and more! View our recommended popular solutions in the Education Hub at https://aka.ms/startedu.
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Build your hackathon project with the Microsoft Cloud that tackles a social impact issue of your choice, and have a chance to win a LinkedIn Premium 12-Month subscription and an XBox Ultimate 3-Month Game Pass.
Best Domain Name from Domain.com [MLH]
Register a .Tech domain name using Domain.com during the weekend for your chance to win a Domain.com branded backpack for you and each member of your team! Each team may submit one entry per person on the team. The more creative the domain the better!
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Stacy Strauss
Director Ohio University Innovation Center
Lindsey Rudibaugh
Executive Director for Ohio University Experiential Learning
Chad Mourning
Assistant Professor Ohio University Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Judging Criteria
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Judging Criteria for HackPalachia ( Scores: 1-10 )
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Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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