Ever wanted to build the next Snapchat? Program a drone? Build a website that connects people across the globe? Come to HackTJ and work with your friends to build something cool, learn new tricks, and have a fantastic time!
Prizes
$4,200 in prizes
Best Overall Hack
Our HackTJ 2017 Grand Prize Winner!
Best Hardware Hack
Apps must have a hardware component. Check out the MLH table to use their Hardware Lab!
Best Design
Big Parser Code Jam
Sponsored by Big Parser. Any teams that complete a project using the Big Parser API will receive a Grid Creator prize AND be eligible to win the trophy prize/Big Parser grand prize. Visit the Big Parser sponsor table or workshop for API help!
Best Civic Technology App
Sponsored by Phone 2 Action. Apps must use the Phone 2 Action API and be related to civic/societal impact. Visit the Phone 2 Action sponsor table for API help or prize category clarifications!
Best Use of Fannie Mae
Sponsored by Fannie Mae. Apps must use the Fannie Mae API. Visit the Fannie Mae sponsor table for API help!
Best Use of MongoDB
Sponsored by MongoDB. Apps must use the MongoDB API. Visit the MongoDB sponsor table for API help!
Best Financial Hack
Sponsored by Capital One. Apps must be related to finance, economics, etc. Visit the Capital One sponsor table for prize category clarifications!
Best Beginner App
Sponsored by Make School.
Best iOS App
Sponsored by Make School.
Best Android App
Sponsored by Catapult.
Best Web App
Sponsored by Catapult.
Most Entrepreneurial
Sponsored by Catapult.
Most Innovative
Sponsored by Catapult.
#HackHarassment
Use your tech skills for good and hack online harassment! Build a software solution that can help reduce the frequency and/or severity of online harassment. Members of the winning team receive Hack Harassment Battery Packs!
Best Domain Name from Domain.com
Domain.com Swag Bags
Palantir Social Impact Prize
Sponsored by Palantir
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
HackTJ Mentors
Judging Criteria
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Innovation
We're looking to see that your hack is unique and different – something we haven't seen before. This also includes the technical difficulty of the project, and the implementation of something new and interesting with technology. -
Creativity
We're looking to see a creative approach to solving a problem with your hack. This includes (but is not limited to) a unique or fun UI design, an outside-of-the box solution, or a fun theme/vision for your hack. -
Impact
We're looking for hacks that solve a real problem – things that you or I would appreciate using in our daily lives. -
Presentation
It's important to develop an interesting and engaging "pitch" for your app, one that easily explains what it does without boring the listener.
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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