HackTheMidlands is an inclusive hackathon open to anyone, of any skill levels <3

About this event

Make sure to join our Discord: https://discord.gg/hackthemidlands

Usually HackTheMidlands is a 24-hour hackathon, or “creative marathon”, which was founded in 2016. We provide a unique space for hundreds of passionate technologists like you to share their experiences, meet new people and learn something new - gaining valuable skills in the process.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

1st Prize - Overall

2nd Prize - Overall

3rd Prize - Overall

BJSS - Addressing Climate Change

Use technology to help address the causes of, or the challenges people face caused by, the climate change crisis – Prize: Raspberry Pi 4 Model B kit to hack on, but we will also plant trees in your name to offset the carbon emissions of any future hack activity!

Inspired Thinking Group (ITG) - Wellbeing and Mental Health

Wellbeing and mental health has been a huge part of what ITG has been doing as part of the pandemic - the ITG challenge is to build something related to wellbeing and mental health. Prize: Amazon Vouchers

Majestic - Make Aaron Chuckle

Make Aaron chuckle – Prize: Microwavable Avocados

BCS - Do Good for Society

The hack that will do the most good for society – Prize: Raspberry Pi Starter Kits

Capgemini - Fun! (2)

Show us how you have incorporated the Capgemini core value "Fun" in your hacks. Bonus points awarded for any other of the Capgemini core company values that you managed to squeeze in! – Prize: £50 Amazon vouchers

Capital One - Best Financial Hack

Best Financial Hack. Check our their API here: https://hackthemidlands.com/capitalone.pdf – Prize: Amazon Vouchers

Kainos - Make Our Day More Green

Make our day more green – Prize: Drones

Fusion - Make Giving Feedback Fun

Make giving feedback fun – Prize: £15 Amazon gift cards for each team member

Best Newcomer

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Tom Goodman

Tom Goodman
Lead Organiser

Judging Criteria

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