About the challenge

Ramblin' Hacks is a premier opportunity organized by the College of Computing at Georgia Tech for hackers with a wide range of skill levels, from veterans to first-time hackers, to learn and grow, while being exposed to unique networking opportunities with our corporate sponsors. A unique part of the our operation is the way judging is conducted, which places equal weight on the entrepreneurial viability of an idea as its technical brilliance. This underscores our emphasis on technology as a medium for development, echoing Georgia Tech's motto of "Service and Progress".

Participants will choose from one of four tracks: AI, Sports, Healthcare, or Finance. Each track's sponsor will present unique and interesting challenges that hackers will solve with ingenuity and precision to have real-world impact.

Requirements

What to Build

Ramblin' Hacks is a software-focused hackathon, so any submissions will need to primarily revolve around software coded over the course of the hackathon. This includes, but is not limited to, mobile apps, websites, desktop tools, and more. We encourage hackers to be creative in the medium of their submissions, but ensure it stays within the bounds of software.

What to Submit

A 4-minute pitch of the idea, followed by a 2-minute demo of the hack built (as one video), along with a detailed written explanation of the project.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

9 non-cash prizes
[Elevance] First Place Virtual Store
1 winner

(1 prize per student valued at ~$500 per student)

TRU Fully Automatic 19 Bar Espresso Machine with Grinder

34" G5 Odyssey WQHD Curved Gaming Monitor, HDR10

Nintendo Switch - OLED Model

[Elevance] Second Place Virtual Store
1 winner

(1 prize per student, valued at ~$250-$350 per student)

iLive™ Cinema Pop-Up Movie Theater Kit

Cafe TS Touchscreen Espresso Machine

JBL Tour Pro 3 Noise-Canceling Earbuds

[Play On] First Place Prize
1 winner

Nintendo Switch 2

[Play On] Second Place Prize
1 winner

Prizes valued at $200 per player

[Capital One] Best Overall, Best Solo, Best UX/UI
1 winner

4 AirPods
4 power banks
1 wireless mouse
1 Owala water bottle
1 Monitor
1 Beats wireless speaker

[Cox Automotive] First Place Prize
1 winner

$100 Best Buy gift cards

[Cox Automotive] Second Place Prize
1 winner

$50 Best Buy gift cards

[NCR Voyix] First Place Prize
1 winner

AI notetaker tools

[NCR Voyix] Second Place Prize
1 winner

Rocketbooks

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Sam Brown

Sam Brown
Cox Automotive

Sam Mahra

Sam Mahra
NCR Voyix

Chris Morgan

Chris Morgan

Autura Carson

Autura Carson

Balaji

Balaji

Judging Criteria

  • Entrepreneurial - Business Value
    How well does the project address a real problem or need?
  • Entrepreneurial - Innovation
    How original is the idea? What is the potential impact of this project if it were to be further developed? Does it address a real-world problem and offer a viable solution?
  • Entrepreneurial - Viability
    Can the project be realistically implemented and sustained in the real world?
  • Entrepreneurial - Scalability
    Does the team demonstrate a clear understanding of their target audience and scalability? How well can the project handle increased usage, data volume, or number of users?
  • Technical - Technical Complexity
    How challenging was the project to develop from a technical standpoint? Did the team overcome significant technical hurdles?
  • Technical - Functionality and Completeness
    How well does the project work? Are all the features implemented as intended? Is the project polished and complete?
  • Technical - User Experience and Design
    How intuitive and user-friendly is the project? Is the design aesthetically pleasing and functional?
  • Technical - Scalability
    Does the team demonstrate a clear understanding of their target audience and scalability? How well can the project handle increased usage, data volume, or number of users?
  • Technical - Prototype Demo Presentation
    How well did the team present their project? Was the presentation clear, concise, and engaging? Did they effectively communicate the value and impact of their project?

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