LA Hacks is excited to announce our AI Hackathon, on campus at UCLA this Fall. Our team is excited to welcome participants, mentors, and sponsors back to Los Angeles to learn, develop, and innovate on this journey. Building on the success of our recent in-person hackathon, we are thrilled to carry this momentum forward and create a space for hackers to set the course for the next generation of innovation.
For mentors, judges, or sponsors, feel free to reach the team at ai.lahacks.com! Our event is unable to happen without you, and we greatly appreciate your efforts.
For Hackers: Everyone must apply at https://ai.lahacks.com/, be accepted, RSVP'ed, and attend in person to participate.
Requirements
What to Build
To submit, your project must align with one of these tracks and demonstrate innovative use of technology to solve real-world challenges. We encourage you to think big, build creatively, and push the boundaries of what's possible!
What to Submit
Your submission must include:
- Project Description: A brief explanation of what your project does, the problem it solves, and which track it falls under. How does it apply to the company challenges you submitted to?
- Code Repository: A public GitHub repository (or equivalent) containing your source code. Ensure it’s well-documented.
- Demo Video (2-3 min): A walkthrough of your project, showcasing its features, functionality, and how it works.
- Devpost Submission: A complete Devpost page with a clear summary, technologies used, and any additional resources (e.g., Figma designs, API docs).
Make sure your submission is original, adheres to the hackathon rules, and is completed within the hackathon timeframe!
In order to be judged and eligible for prizes, you must be present in person for the judging phase of the hackathon!
Prizes
To Be Determined
To Be Determined - please stay up to date at ai.lahacks.com!
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
LA Hacks Judges
Judging Criteria
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Technical Depth
How technically sophisticated is the project? We look for clear engineering effort, thoughtful system design, and meaningful technical implementation. Does the team go beyond simple integrations or templates to demonstrate real technical understanding? -
Product Thinking & Impact
Does the team clearly understand the problem and the user? Strong projects show thoughtful product design, a clear use case, and a believable real-world impact. -
Execution & Polish
How well was the idea executed during the hackathon? Judges look for working functionality, a smooth demo, and a cohesive product experience. -
Originality & Insight
Does the project present a fresh idea or perspective? We look for creative thinking, clever implementations, or unique insights that make the project stand out.
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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