Collaborative Hackathon Fall 2024

Welcome to Collaborative Hackathon Fall 2024

The Collaborative Hackathon Fall 2024 brings together students from Virginia State University, National Taipei University, and Technical University of Moldova to solve real-world challenges using AI, IoT, cloud computing, data analytics, and other innovative technologies. This event mirrors real-world scenarios, where international collaboration is key to solving complex problems.

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The registration period is now open! Spaces are limited, and successful applicants will be notified of their selection by November 4, 2024. The hackathon officially begins on November 4, 2024, with the release of the problem set, and will conclude on November 11, 2024 as teams present their innovative solutions!

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The registration period is now open! Spaces are limited, and successful applicants will be notified of their selection by November 4, 2024. The hackathon officially begins on November 4, 2024, with the release of the problem set, and will conclude on November 11, 2024 as teams present their innovative solutions!

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Objectives of the Hackathon

Encourage cross-cultural collaboration between students from three countries.
Challenge students with technical and design problems requiring innovative solutions.
Provide real-world experience by simulating international teamwork in software engineering environments.
Enhance communication skills across time zones and cultural contexts.

Why Participate?

Gain real-world experience, network with peers and professionals, enhance your resume, and win exciting prizes. Showcase your creativity and collaboration skills across time zones!

Prizes

Exciting electronics and cash prizes will be awarded to the winning teams.

Judging Criteria

Submissions will be evaluated based on the following:

Information Gathering and Gap Analysis (15%)
Proposed Solution (20%)
Design and Usability (15%)
Feasibility (15%)
Creativity (10%)
Collaboration and Presentation (25%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate?: Students from Virginia State University, National Taipei University, and Technical University of Moldova.
What kind of skills do I need?: Basic knowledge in computer science, IoT, AI, and data analytics is useful but not mandatory. Teamwork and creativity matter the most!
How do I form a team?: Teams are composed of six students, with two students from each participating university. After registering, you will have access to a list of participants. You can connect with potential teammates via the Slack channel or email to form or join a team.