About the challenge

Hack the Mountains is a dynamic and engaging hackathon that brings together talented individuals from diverse backgrounds to create, collaborate and communicate groundbreaking solutions. This exhilarating event is designed to foster creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork among participants.

The hackathon is typically held in the competitive and supportive environment, providing a serene and inspiring backdrop for participants to unleash their imagination and push the boundaries of technology. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a budding entrepreneur, or simply a tech enthusiast, Hack the Mountains offers a platform for you to showcase your skills and turn your ideas into reality.

During the hackathon, teams work tirelessly within a specified timeframe to develop innovative projects. These projects can range from web and mobile applications to hardware prototypes and software solutions. Throughout the event, participants are encouraged to think outside the box, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and collaborate with mentors and industry experts.

Hack the Mountains also offers a series of qubits, speaker sessions, and networking opportunities to enhance participants' knowledge and foster meaningful connections. These sessions cover a wide range of topics, including emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, and career development.

At the end of the hackathon, teams present their projects to a panel of judges who assess them based on criteria such as creativity, technical implementation, and potential impact. Winners are rewarded with prizes, recognition, and the opportunity to further develop their projects.

Hack the Mountains is not just a competitive event; it is a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the power of technology to solve real-world problems. It provides a platform for like-minded individuals to come together, learn from each other, and make a positive impact on society.

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Requirements

Demo Video Link : You need to submit a proper demo video link of your project that is at least 2 minutes long. The video should be uploaded on YouTube or you can submit a Google Drive link. 

GitHub Repository : You need to submit a GitHub repository of your project's codebase. This repository will serve as a central location for your project's code and documentation. 

Deployed Link : You need to upload a deployed link of your project. This link will allow the judges to access and interact with your project.

Hackathon Duration : The entire project should have been completed within the duration of the hackathon. This ensures that all participants have an equal amount of time to work on their projects.

Sponsor Challenges : If you want to be eligible for any of the sponsor challenges, you have to give a brief explanation of where you used their technology. This shows how you have incorporated the sponsor's technology into your project.

TIPS-

1. Description or Readme of your project should be clear and concise.
2. The demo video should cover the essential parts of your project.
3. Upload the screenshots of your application on DevPost.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

140,000 in prizes
Winner ― 50000 Cash Worth
1 winner

₹25000 Cash
Exclusive Hack The Mountains Merchandise
Exclusive Winner Party
Software Licenses

Runner Up ― 40000 Cash Worth
1 winner

₹15000 CASH
Exclusive Hack The Mountains Merchandise
Software Licenses

Runner Up #2 ― 30000 Cash Worth
1 winner

₹10000 CASH
Exclusive Hack The Mountains Merchandise
Software Licences

Best Backend Project use in Godspeed
5 winners

5 Best-Backend Projects With Godspeed will receive Rapz Wireless Headphones Eligibility - Your project's backend must be built using godspeed NPM Package.

Best UI use in fastn
1 winner

Winner will get ₹10K .
Eligibility -
Your project's website must be built using fastn
Nothing other than that, have a good time.

Additionally , 7 runner-ups to the winner will receive a fastn swag kit.

Best Use of Arweave
1 winner

10k INR to winner team.
Get a chance to hack at Arweave Hacker House

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Aditya Thakur

Aditya Thakur
Developer Advocate (100ms), Flutter Developer

Ayon Roy

Ayon Roy
Data Scientist

Mrunank Pawar

Mrunank Pawar
MS CS Student @Santa Clara University

Shreyan Mehta

Shreyan Mehta
Technical Product Manager @Asambhav

Ruchi Bhatia

Ruchi Bhatia
Product Marketing Manager @HP

Amit Mathapati

Amit Mathapati
Sr. Staff Software Engineer @Linkedin

Sruthi S.

Sruthi S.
Software Engineer @AWS

Fedor

Fedor
Senior Java Software Engineer @Ultimeta

Avinash koshal

Avinash koshal

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation
    This criteria evaluates the level of creativity and originality in the project idea, assessing how it stands out from existing solutions.
  • Functionality
    This criteria assesses whether the project works as intended and meets its intended purpose, ensuring that all features and functionalities are implemented correctly.
  • User Experience
    This criteria measures how well the project caters to the needs of its intended users, evaluating the ease of use, intuitiveness, and overall satisfaction of the user interface.
  • Technical Execution
    This criteria evaluates the level of implementation and proficiency in utilizing the chosen technologies, assessing the efficiency, performance, and robustness of the project.
  • Impact
    This criteria assesses the potential impact that the project can have on society, industries, or specific user groups, considering the value it brings and the problems it solves.
  • Presentation
    This criteria evaluates how effectively the project is communicated and presented to the judges, assessing the clarity, organization, and persuasiveness of the project pitch.
  • Scalability
    This criteria measures the potential for the project to be scaled up or modified for wider use in the future, evaluating its adaptability to changing requirements and increasing user demands.
  • Teamwork
    This criteria assesses how well the team collaborated and worked together throughout the hackathon, evaluating communication, coordination, and the ability to overcome challenges collectively.

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