Black CS Summit 2024 Hackathon: Tech for Thriving Cities
Theme: "Tech for Thriving Cities: Innovating for a Better Chicago"
At the Black CS Summit 2024 Hackathon, participants will develop technology-driven solutions to enhance urban life in Chicago. Teams will tackle real-world challenges such as sustainability, civic tech, public health, and small business support, aiming to create a smarter, safer, and more connected city.
Schedule:
9 AM: Breakfast & Kickoff
10:30 AM: Hackathon Strategy 101
11:30 AM: Bootstrapping for Dummies
1 PM: Intersectionality of Tech Panel
4 PM: Project Submission
6 PM: Awards & Networking
This event offers high-impact mentorship, technical and product support, and access to real Chicago city data to inspire transformative ideas.
Requirements
What to Build:
Projects should address urban challenges, including sustainability, civic tech, mobility, public health, education, and small business support.
What to Submit:
Teams must submit the following on Devpost:
1. A working prototype or demo.
2. A detailed project description explaining the problem, solution, and technology used.
3. A pitch video (optional).
4. Supporting materials such as code repositories and documentation.
Evaluation criteria include technical implementation, business viability, and the quality of the pitch.
Prizes
$462 in prizes
Gift cards
Gift cards
3 winners
Amazon gift card
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Noma Shields
Marlon Millhouse
Roland Frohman III
Judging Criteria
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Creativity & Innovation
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Technical Implementation
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Presentation & Communication
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Teamwork & Collaboration
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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