About the challenge
Welcome to the August AI ML Hackathon, a premier hybrid hackathon designed for the next generation of innovators, developers, and creators. This month, we are pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence to solve real-world problems. Whether you are an AI enthusiast, a seasoned data scientist, or a creative designer, this challenge is a great opportunity to build, collaborate, and showcase your skills on a global stage.

Get started

Step 1: Decide whether you want to do the online hackathon, in person hackathon, or both!

If you're doing this hackathon in person, it will take place at the Redmond Senior & Community Center!

Step 2: PAY YOUR ENTRY FEE HERE ($7 for Online Hackathon, $15 for in person): 

Online: https://buy.stripe.com/00w28tgmb1KYdnQ9nT5Rm00

In Person: https://buy.stripe.com/6oU7sNfi73T6gA243z5Rm01

Step 3: If you're doing the online hackathon or in person, you must submit your project to Devpost by Sunday, September 27th, at 2 PM. This will include your Source Code (GitHub Repository), as well as a 2 minute demo video showcasing your product.

• Educational Impact (25 Points)
  How effectively does the tool solve a real problem in education? Does it genuinely help people learn, teach, or understand a concept better?
• Creative Use of AI/ML (25 Points)
  How clever and meaningful is the integration of machine learning? We are looking for projects where AI is core to the functionality, not just an afterthought.
• Technical Execution (25 Points)
  Is the application functional, stable, and intuitive to use? Judges will look at the quality of the codebase, user interface (UI), and overall user experience (UX).
• The Pitch & Demo (25 Points)
  How well did the team communicate their vision? Points are awarded for a clear, concise, and engaging 2-minute video that clearly explains the "why" and "how" behind the project.