About the Challenge

 

Welcome to TaroHacks 2.0 – a hackathon designed to empower innovators to use technology to solve real-world challenges. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced hacker, this is your opportunity to collaborate, learn, and create impactful solutions.

 

At TaroHacks, we’re focusing on three transformative tracks, leveraging the power of AI and Machine Learning to make a difference:

• Healthcare: Revolutionize patient care, diagnosis, and healthcare systems using AI.

• Earth Sustainability: Use machine learning to address climate change and tackle environmental challenges.

• Marine Biology: Apply AI to protect marine ecosystems and study ocean biodiversity.

 

Participants will compete for exciting prizes, learn from expert mentors, and gain invaluable experience working in teams.

 

Get Started

 

Here’s how you can kick off your journey at TaroHacks 2.0:

1. Register for the Hackathon:

Sign up at Devpost to secure your spot. Registration is free, and spots are limited!

2. Understand the Tracks:

Choose one of the three transformative tracks (Healthcare, Earth Sustainability, or Marine Biology) and start brainstorming impactful ideas.

3. Join the Community:

Connect with fellow participants, mentors, and organizers on https://discord.gg/wnuDDfeG. Stay up-to-date with announcements, workshops, and resources.

4. Prepare for the Event:

Gather your team (up to 4 members) or join solo and form a team during the event. Ensure you have the necessary tools, software, and a reliable internet connection.

5. Hack, Build, and Innovate:

Over the course of the event, work on your project, utilize mentor support, and collaborate with your team to create a meaningful solution.

6. Submit Your Project:

Finalize your submission with a demo video and project description on Devpost. Make sure it’s polished and aligned with your chosen track.

7. Celebrate and Win Prizes:

Present your project to judges, compete for prizes, and celebrate the innovation and creativity that make TaroHacks unique.

Requirements

What to Build

 

At TaroHacks 2.0, participants are encouraged to create innovative projects within one of the three hackathon tracks. Here’s what you can build:

• Healthcare: Develop solutions to improve patient care, diagnostics, hospital management systems, or accessibility in healthcare using AI and ML. Examples include AI-driven diagnosis tools, patient data management systems, or virtual health assistants.

• Earth Sustainability: Build projects addressing environmental challenges such as climate change, energy efficiency, pollution control, or waste management. Examples include ML-based carbon tracking tools, renewable energy optimizers, or AI systems for waste segregation.

• Marine Biology: Create tools to protect marine ecosystems, study ocean biodiversity, or address environmental challenges impacting oceans. Examples include AI-driven tools for monitoring marine life, pollution detection systems, or educational platforms focused on ocean conservation.

 

Your project can range from web or mobile apps to AI/ML models, or innovative integrations of existing tools. Creativity and impact are key!

 

What to Submit

 

When submitting your project, ensure you provide the following:

1. Project Overview:

• A clear and concise description of your project, its purpose, and the problem it solves.

2. Technical Explanation:

• A brief explanation of the tools, technologies, and methodologies you used to build your project.

3. Code Repository:

• A link to your code on a platform like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket. Ensure the repository is accessible to judges and includes a README file for guidance.

4. Track Alignment:

• Indicate which track your project falls under (Healthcare, Earth Sustainability, or Marine Biology) and how it aligns with the goals of that track.

5. Team Details:

• List your team members, their roles, and a brief description of their contributions.

6. Optional Enhancements:

• Any additional features, future plans, or insights into how your project can be scaled or improved.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

$940 in prizes
First Place Prize - 4 Hanheld Consoles
1 winner

Second Place Prize - 4 $10 Dollar Gift Cards
1 winner

Third Place Prize
1 winner

People's Choice Awards - 4 NFTs
1 winner

Pengu Crypto Coin Distributed Amongst 3 winning teams
Cryptocurrency logo
1 winner

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Maayan Rossman

Maayan Rossman
Product Leader @ Google | Entrepreneur | Speaker

Bryan Delgado

Bryan Delgado
Software Engineer @ Multiply

Daniel P

Daniel P
Sr. Principal Researcher at Palo Alto Networks

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation
    How original and creative is the idea? Does the project solve a unique problem or take a new approach to an existing issue?
  • Technical Complexity
    How technically challenging is the implementation? Does the project showcase advanced problem-solving or creative use of technology?
  • Usability
    How easy is it to use and navigate the project? Does it address the needs of the target audience effectively?
  • Design & User Experience
    How visually appealing is the project? Does the design enhance the user experience?
  • Impact
    How significant is the problem being addressed? What is the potential for real-world application and scalability?
  • Presentation
    How effectively was the project pitched? Did the team clearly explain the problem, solution, and key features during their elevator pitch?

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