Save the date for March 7th and March 8th for Hackabyte's 2026 Spring Hackathon! As a nonprofit, we're all about sparking creativity, encouraging collaboration, and inspiring innovation through inclusive events. This Hackathon is for everyone — not just people who know how to code really well, but for everyone!
HACKABYTE 2026 IS FOR BOTH HACKATHON BEGINNERS AND PRO-CODERS! WE'VE DESIGNED FAIR JUDGING CRITERIA THAT FOCUS ON IMPROVEMENT, ENSURING EVERYONE HAS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO SHINE.
About Hackabyte
Hackabyte unites people from all walks of life to create meaningful solutions, emphasizing accessibility and technology for everyone. Founded by students committed to making STEM and coding more accessible, our hackathons have empowered and brought together a diverse community of innovators.
Event Details
This two-day hackathon, organized by high school students Rishi Durgairajan, Amogh Atreya, Sarathkiran Saravanan, Arnav Singh, Rishabh Menasinakayi, Virenn Gupta, and Vallabha Sripada, is designed for tech enthusiasts between the ages of 13 and 19. The event will take place on March 7th to March 8th (Saturday & Sunday) at Digipen Institute of Technology (9931 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052).
What to Expect:
- Workshops to enhance your skills
- Mentors to support your projects
- Networking opportunities with fellow innovators
- Food and water provided for free
- Fun challenges, workshop presentations, and mini-events throughout the event
- The event concludes with each team presenting their projects to judges, with the best solutions receiving prizes
Important Details:
- Max Team Size: 4 people
- Team Formation: You don't need to be in a team; we can help form teams if needed.
- Things to Bring: A laptop, charger, and any other items you might need for your project.
To participate, join our Discord Server. Fill out this form to register: Hackabyte's 2026 Spring Hackathon.
Hackabyte is a nonprofit organization, and all funds come from donations and sponsorships. If you'd like to support our cause, please donate here: Donate. For more information and a full schedule of the event, visit our website: Hackabyte.
IMPORTANT: Hackabyte 2026 will be held in person at DigiPen Institute of Technology. Join us for an exciting, hands-on experience with fellow tech enthusiasts — this event is strictly in person.
We hope to see you there!
Ask Questions: teamhackabyte@gmail.com
Requirements
What to Build
You can build anything you want, but something related to the theme will be revealed on the first day of the hackathon during the opening ceremony. This ensures that all projects are developed within the given timeframe, allowing everyone to have a fair chance.
Things you can bring to build with:
- Laptop and charger
- Any hardware or devices relevant to your project (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi)
- Software or tools you’ll need to code, design, or build your solution
- Any other accessories that may help bring your idea to life!
What to Submit
Project Demo Video
Create a brief demo video (3-5 minutes) that highlights your project’s functionality, key features, and how it boosts productivity. Walk through the user experience and explain how your solution addresses the hackathon theme. This video will provide judges with a clear view of your project in action. Upload it to YouTube or Vimeo and include the link in your Devpost submission.
Related Files
Upload all necessary project files, including code, executable files, or other components directly to Devpost. Ensure your submission is well-organized and contains everything needed to run or evaluate the project. If you're using a public repository (e.g., GitHub), provide the repository link in your submission.
Prizes
Hackabyte Prize (1st Place): $250 Amazon gift card
250 Cash, split among members.
Terabyte Prize (2nd Place): $175 Amazon gift card
175 cash, split among members.
Gigabyte Prize (3rd Place): $100 Amazon gift card
100 Cash, split among members.
Megabyte Prize (Runner-Ups): $75 Amazon gift card
75 Cash, split among members.
Might Change TBD.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
TBD
TBD
Judging Criteria
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I. Creativity (35pts Individual, 30pts Team of 2, 25pts Team of 3 or 4)
Creativity is based on originality (10pts), visual/auditory appeal (10pts), uniqueness (10pts), and integration of creative elements (5pts). -
II. Effectiveness (20pts Individual, 15pts Team of 2, 10pts Team of 3 or 4)
Effectiveness is judged on goal achievement (10pts), theme alignment (5pts), and product quality (5pts). -
III. Improvement (35pts Individual, 30pts Team of 2, 25pts Team of 3 or 4)
Improvement is evaluated on overcoming challenges (10pts), learning new skills (10pts), applying them (10pts), and identifying future steps (5pts). -
IV. Clarity (30pts Individual, 25pts Team of 2, 20pts Team of 3 or 4)
Clarity is assessed by how clearly the project is explained (10pts), the presentation quality (10pts), and logical structure (10pts). -
V. Teamwork (15pts Team of 2, 30pts Team of 3 or 4)
Teamwork looks at role clarity (5pts), participation (5pts), and collaboration (5pts).
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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