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Event Information
Platform Development
Building a Solid Foundation
Our team is dedicated to developing a user-friendly and engaging platform for the hackathon. We focus on creating a seamless online experience that enhances creativity and collaboration among participants.
Contest Rules
Guidelines for Success
To ensure a fair and competitive environment, we have established clear rules and guidelines for the contest. These rules set the framework for the competition and outline the criteria for judging the projects.
Prizes and Awards
Recognizing Innovation
We offer exciting prizes and awards to celebrate the innovative projects developed during the hackathon. These prizes aim to recognize creativity, technical skill, and the potential impact of the solutions.
Judging Criteria
Evaluating Excellence
Our judging criteria focus on various aspects such as creativity, technical complexity, functionality, and overall impact. The projects are evaluated by a panel of experts to ensure fairness and quality in the assessment process.
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Our Sponsors
Supporting Partners
We are grateful for the generous support of our sponsors who believe in nurturing young talent and innovation. Their commitment helps us provide the best experience and opportunities for all participants.
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Do I need to have a team to participate?No, you can sign up as an individual, and we’ll help match you with a team during the event if you don’t have one.
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What is "Hack at Dawn"?"Hack at Dawn" is a student-led hackathon designed for middle and high schoolers in the DMV area to collaborate, innovate, and build technology-driven solutions to real-world problems.
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Is the hackathon free?Yes, participation in "Hack at Dawn" is completely free.
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What prizes can we win?Prizes include [gift cards, tech gadgets, swag, etc.].
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How will the projects be judged?Projects will be judged based on creativity, technical execution, impact, and presentation.
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Can parents or teachers get involved?Absolutely! We welcome parents and teachers to support as mentors or volunteers. Contact us at contact@hackatdawn.org for more information.
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What tools or platforms will we use?We’ll use [Discord/Slack] for communication, [Zoom/Google Meet] for workshops and ceremonies, and [Devpost/Airtable] for project submissions.
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What if I have more questions?Feel free to reach out to us at contact@hackatdawn.org or join our Discord server for updates and assistance.
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Do I need special software or hardware to participate?You’ll need a computer and internet connection. We’ll provide free access to any necessary tools or platforms during the hackathon.
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Can parents or teachers get involved?Absolutely! We welcome parents and teachers to support as mentors or volunteers. Contact us at [email address] for more information.
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What happens if I run into technical issues?Our technical support team and mentors will be available throughout the event to help you troubleshoot.
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Do I need to know how to code to join?Not at all! We welcome beginners and will offer workshops to help you learn the basics of coding, design, and problem-solving.
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Who can participate?Any middle or high school student in the DMV area is welcome to participate! No prior coding experience is required.
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What can I create during the hackathon?You can build anything tech-related, such as websites, mobile apps, games, or hardware projects. Creativity is encouraged!
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What if I’ve never been to a hackathon before?That’s totally fine! "Hack at Dawn" is designed to be beginner-friendly, and we’ll have mentors available to guide you throughout the event.
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