Hackathon theme:

The Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) is the public transportation system serving Edmonton, Alberta, consisting of buses and a Light Rail Transit (LRT) network. It plays a crucial role in connecting residents across the city, reducing traffic congestion, lowering carbon emissions, and ensuring accessible, affordable mobility for all. For daily commuters, students, and visitors, ETS is a lifeline that enables easy and efficient travel. This hackathon focuses on ETS to enhance the rider experience by addressing challenges such as real-time tracking, route efficiency, accessibility, and user engagement. By leveraging technology and innovation, participants will develop solutions that make public transit more reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly.

 Hackathon Challenge:

 How can you use technology to improve the Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) experience?

Please ensure that you and your team are added to the private Devcon slack channel. If you are having issues accessing it, please reach out to Jeff Shon:  jshon@edmontonunlimited.com

Hackathon Participants – Get Ready to Innovate! 

Hey amazing hackers! The big event is almost here, and we’ve got some key details to ensure you have a smooth and successful experience. Read carefully! 

Room Assignments – You’ll receive your assigned room when you arrive. Get ready to dive in!

 Code & Presentation Submission – Submit your code via Devpost and upload your presentation to the Google Docs link we’ll provide. Stay tuned for access!

Parking Details:

• We’re at 101 St & Jasper Avenue.

• Use the ZipStall app to find the best parking.

• Check out our EU Parking Guide for more details.

•  Pedways are closed on weekends, so plan accordingly!

•  City street parking may be available—remember to pay online & renew every 2 hours.

 Public Transit:

•  Just a 1-minute walk from LRT Central Station.

•  Multiple bus routes stop nearby.

 Important Reminders:

•  Bring your own power bar – Stay powered up! 

 Food will be provided! Let us know about any dietary restrictions (gluten-free, vegan, halal, etc.) ASAP!

SCHEDULE:

• 1. Creativity & Innovation (4 Points)
  Creativity and innovation - something that doesn’t lack originality
• Technical complexity & Functionality (4 Points)
  Technical complexity & Functionality - Advanced technical skills/ well implemented solution (spend time to test)
• Impact and Usefulness (4 Points)
  Is it something that relates to our topic and that people can use
• Presentation and Pitch (4 Points)
  A clear and engaging presentation of the solution and impact (does it have clarity/ impact)