Download - Hackathons - What, How and Why
Sachin Gupta | CEOHackathons
We conducted 100+ hackathons all over the world
This is what we learned…
as organizers, partners and platform providers
Its about breaking into the Pentagon
Creative Problem Solving
Why hackathons
Hackathons give you
1.
2.
Creative environment
3.
Adrenaline Rush!
CreateAnd
Innovate
Hackathon = Hack + Marathon
Started in 1999
• Hackathons are only for developers• A complete product has to be built in a
hackathon• Hackathons are about getting specific
problems solved• Hackathons are walk-in drives
• Hackathons are for fostering innovation• Hackathons are all about networking• Hackathons are thinking out of the box• Hackathons are about having some fun!
Hackathons are used for… 1. Fostering innovation internally in an
organization.2. Facilitating open innovation outside the
company3. Crowd-sourcing solutions to tough
problems4. Driving awareness for a technology5. Engaging with technical community6. Celebrating a cause
Tips for a good hackathon..
Pick a theme Limit the limits
Keep it fun
Good experience
Prizes & swags
Hackathon are like…..
Sachin Gupta | CEOHackerEarth