noun: INFORMAL
noun: hackathon; plural noun: hackathons
An event that brings together passionate students who work to solve a social issue
presented as a theme. During the event, teams of 4-5 students have full creative control to
develop and refine a product aimed towards a chosen theme. Typically, Hackathons span 24 hours,
giving students a small amount of time to think of and create their solution. Hackers will then
pitch their product to an experienced panel of judges to compete for prizes.
"Join an XdHacks Hackathon to learn how to code and win prizes!"
Synonyms:
- Coding Competition
- Collaborative Programming
- Networking Opportunity
- What Is Sleep?
- Awesomeness
{% extends "layout.html" %}
{% load static %}
{% block title %} Hack {% endblock %}
{% block content %}
<h1>
Let's Start Hacking!
</h1>
<p>
A Hackathon is a combination of the words "hack" and "marathon". In a Hackathon, individuals come together and use
technology to create something truly impactful.
</p>
{% endblock %}
<!-- Join an XdHacks Hackathon to see what it's like! -->
Learn
From XdHacks, a student-run hackathon
Students learn from industry professionals on various career-oriented topics like
design thinking
and creating start-up
presentations. All students leave with something new.
There are many opportunites provided to students to grow their skills in a hackathon.
Especially prevalent are topics such as web development,
graphic design, and
artificial
intelligence.
It is also great for students to build their soft
skills and to network
with other
like-minded youth!
If you are interested, check out some XdHacks Events!
