Hack For the World is a 12-hour hackathon for high-schoolers. Students from across the Chicagoland area will come for the day, teaming up (or going solo) to build an app, game, or website. We’ll provide free meals & drinks. In the evening, judges will pick the best projects award prizes. There'll be raffles and giveaways throughout the event as well! You’ll meet people, create amazing new things, & most importantly, have fun.
Requirements
Our theme this year is Intergalactic! Feel free to get creative with it! We want you to submit any kind of project that aligns with the theme. This could take on the form of websites, simulations, games, or analysis apps. You will present your project and its vision to a panel of judges and will be judged according to this rubric. Additionally, be prepared to record a short demo video to show everyone else if you win!
Prizes
Overall 1st
Overall 2nd
Overall 3rd
Beginner's Award
Judge's Award
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Brett Thompson
Naperville 203
Kalyan Anandula
Code Ninjas
Kyle Reimers
Rob Miroballi
NVISIA
Judging Criteria
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Creativity
Is this project unique in concept or approach? Does the project use technology in an innovative way? -
Impact
Does the project effectively address the prompt? -
Functionality
Is a beta version functional? Is the project functionality effectively demonstrated? -
Design
Is the UI user friendly and engaging? Do the design choices fit the project vision? -
Sophistication
Does the project demonstrate quality design principles and programming best practices? Can the presenters articulate the technical features of their project? -
Presentation
Is the presentation clear and well-delivered? Does the presentation effectively demonstrate the project’s capabilities?
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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