DeerHack 2023, an initiative of a small team with the rationale to unleash the potential of aspiring innovators, is a 48-hour hackathon where developers, designers, students, entrepreneurs, educators, and mentors work together to build ideas that solve real-world complications. DeerHack provides an opportunity for individuals to sharpen their teamwork, communication, leadership skills, and networking in a risk-free and comfortable environment.
After an introductory session on the assignment and the chosen platform, each team spends the majority of the hackathon building software or hardware prototypes. Mentors from local companies also volunteer to help guide the products, troubleshoot coding challenges, and work with teams to bring their ideas into real life. At the end of the competition, each team has the opportunity to pitch their solutions to an experienced panel of judges.
Requirements
Read the guidelines and rules
Before you start building your project, make sure you thoroughly read and understand the code of conduct and judging criteria of the hackathon. This will help you understand what you are allowed and not allowed to do, as well as any specific requirements or criteria that the judges will be looking for.
Choose a problem to solve
Identify a problem or challenge that you want to address and come up with a solution or idea to tackle it. Your solution can be anything from a mobile app to a hardware prototype, as long as it is innovative and addresses the track of the hackathon.
Build a prototype
Develop a working prototype of your solution, using any programming languages, tools, or technologies you are comfortable with aligning with the tracks of the hackathon.
Test and refine your solution
Once you have a prototype, test it thoroughly and refine it as needed based on feedback from your team members and mentors.
Prepare your pitch
Create a clear and concise presentation that highlights the problem you are solving, your solution, and the impact it will have.
Submit your project
Submit your project according to the guidelines and requirements provided by the hackathon organizers, and make sure to include all necessary documentation and materials.
Remember, the key to a successful hackathon project is to be creative, innovative and focused on solving a specific problem. Work collaboratively with your team members, and don't be afraid to iterate and refine your solution as needed. Good luck!
Prizes
Overall Winner
Track Winner
The Organizers' Choice Award
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Bijay Shrestha
CEO/ Sifal School
Judging Criteria
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Creativity and Innovation
The uniqueness and originality of the idea or solution proposed by the team. -
Functionality and Technical Execution
The team's ability to turn their idea into a working prototype or solution, and the technical proficiency involved in the development process. -
User Experience and Design
How well the prototype or solution is designed and how user-friendly it is. -
Impact and Relevance
The potential impact of the idea or solution on the target audience, the problem being addressed, and/or the industry. -
Presentation and Pitch
The clarity, coherence, and persuasiveness of the team's presentation and pitch, as well as their ability to effectively communicate the value of their idea or solution. -
Teamwork and Collaboration
The ability of team members to work together effectively, including communication, delegation, and collaboration skills.
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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