What is a hackathon?+
A hackathon is an event where student innovators come together to create tech-based projects. After the countdown ends, pitch your creation and compete for awesome prizes. Sharpen your skills in interactive workshops, enjoy fun mini-games, and collect power-ups along the way! This is your chance to dive into cutting-edge tech and explore the exciting world of related industries. Game on!
Is it free? Will food be provided?+
Yes, there is no fee to attend JAMHacks. Food will be provided! Thanks to our sponsors, all your meals and SWAG will be provided at no cost during the event.
What should my project be about?+
Create anything you can dream of – as long as it involves technology in some way. The possibilities are endless in this adventure!
How will we communicate during the event?+
Get ready to stay in the loop! We’ll use Discord for all the key announcements, plus to connect hackers with mentors and fellow players. The event schedule will be unlocked closer to the date. For real-time updates on activities and surprises, follow us on Instagram – don’t miss out on any of the action!
What if I don’t know how to code?+
That’s okay! At JAMHacks, learning is just as important as building and creating. There are live workshops to learn skills, and our mentors will be happy to help in any aspect. Hackathons also aren’t all about coding, robotics, pitch, design, and business skills are also very valuable. So if you’re not interested in coding, you can find a team and be in charge of business or design instead!
Who can participate?+
We’re calling all high school students to join the action! If you’re outside our target demographic, no worries – you can still join the game as a mentor or judge and help guide the next generation of hackers.
Can I sleep there?+
Yes, you will be able to stay at the venue for the entire duration of the event. Make sure to bring all your necessities for the weekend and a sleeping bag!
How many people are in a team?+
Teams of up to four are allowed to participate in the event. Teams will not be assigned and can be formed before the event or during it. You will have time to find teams at the venue or on the Discord at your own pace!
How does judging work?+
You will be pitching your project to a panel of judges, performing a demo, and answering any questions judges have. Don’t forget – a recorded pitch video is needed for your DoraHacks submission. Our judging focuses on creativity, lots of winning projects have dozens of bugs or unimplemented features, so don’t stress the outcome. We strongly encourage you to submit a project for the full hackathon experience, but project submission is not mandatory. It’s the learning and growth that matters!
Can I participate remotely?+
Unfortunately, JAMHacks 9 is only in-person this year. We’re excited to see you there and be part of the action!
Have a question not listed here?+
Feel free to email us at
[email protected] or send us a direct message on Instagram @jamhacks.
