HackRPI 2019

The Event

Looking to inspire and challenge innovators, developers, creators, and entrepreneurs in New York's Tech Valley and beyond, HackRPI’s 6th annual 24-hour hackathon will help attendees develop their skills, explore new technologies, and turn their curiosities and visions into opportunities.

But wait, there's more!

Food - Don't worry, it's on us! The HackRPI team will provide the endless sustenance to fuel your ideas. 🍕
Sponsors - You've got support! 💪 Professionals from the industry will be there with swag and mentorship. They're excited to see what you create.
Prizes - Oh yeah, we got 'em! Compete for awesome prizes, hand-picked by the HackRPI team and sponsors. 🏆
Hacks - Build an awesome project from scratch with the help of engineers and mentors. Build your resume and bring your idea to life! 🔨

This Year's Themes

Staying true to our mantra "why not change the world?", we're excited to introduce special tracks in Natural Disaster and Mitigation, Artificial Intelligence, and Accessibility in Education to tackle current problems in tech facing our world today.

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Natural Disaster and Mitigation
Create an idea that helps first responders and/or civilians tackle the problems around identification of disasters and mitigating risks to build a sustainable society. You can even explore the idea of creating a solution that helps to address health and well-being.

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Artificial Intelligence
Create a game-changing invention in the field of AI, including but not limited to speech recognition, decision-making, visual percep-tion, and translating languages. When it comes to innovations in AI, the sky’s the limit.

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Accessibility in Education
Create an idea that improves the way education is accessed in some way. Recognizing the moral obligation to build a more conducive and inclusive education system will, in turn, create an ecosystem of a well-educated, skilled workforce that can build and grow companies and contribute to a better tech future.

Schedule

Saturday (November 2)
09:00 am - 10:00 am	Sponsor Sign In
10:00 am - 11:00 am	Hacker Sign In
11:00 am - 12:00 pm	Opening Ceremony
12:00 pm	Hacking begins and Lunch
01:00 pm - 02:00 pm	GitHub Workshop
02:00 pm - 04:00 pm	IBM Workshops
04:00 pm - 05:00 pm	Pitch Competition
05:00 pm - 06:00 pm	Networking Event
06:00 pm	Dinner
07:00 pm	Little Shop of Horrors Showing #1
07:00 pm - 08:00 pm	Twilio Workshop
07:00 pm - 09:00 pm	Cyber Security Capture the Flag Event
08:00 pm - 09:00 pm	Real Time Updates with NodeJS and Sockets Workshop
09:00 pm - 10:00 pm	MLH Mini-Event
09:30 pm	Little Shop of Horrors Showing #2
10:00 pm - 12:00 am	IBM Workshops
12:00 am	Midnight Snacks and Drinks
12:00 am	Little Shop of Horrors Showing #3
Sunday (November 3)
08:00 am	Breakfast
09:00 am	Submissions opens
11:00 pm	Devpost Submissions Close
12:00 pm	Hacking Ends and Lunch
01:00 pm - 02:30 pm	Judging and Showcase
02:30 pm - 04:00 pm	Closing Ceremony

Questions?

Q. What if I have no experience?

A. You're in luck! Hackathons are the perfect place to learn and develop your skills. Whatever you're trying to accomplish, there will be tons of support, from workshops to mentors, all there to help make your HackRPI experience awesome.

Q. How do teams work at hackathons?

A. Working together with a team up to 4 members is highly encouraged. Of course you can hack solo, but there will be time after registration to join a team or create one.

Q. What should I bring?

A. Bring a valid ID (your student ID will be fine!), your laptop and charger, and enthusiasm! Make sure you bring some comfortable clothes and anything else you might need... and a toothbrush wouldn't be a bad idea. 😁

Q. How much does it cost to attend?

A. Nothing! Thank our sponsors for helping make this possible.

Q. Who's allowed to come?

A. If you're in college, please come through! If you'd like to volunteer to help out, please sign up here.

Q. What can I win?

A. We strongly believe the goal of hackathons shouldn't be to win but to try out new technologies you haven't had the time to, or make connections with new people! However, yes, there will be awesome prizes. Check out past prizes here.

Q. Are there any rules and regulations?

A. Yes, we follow MLH's Code of Conduct which can be found here.

Q. Will any transportation be provided?

A. The departure locations and times of the buses are listed below. Please reserve your spot here.