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SystemsHacks is a beginner-friendly online hackathon focused on building projects that improve how things work in the real world.
A “system” can be anything — how people learn, communicate, work, manage time, access information, or solve everyday problems. Your goal is to build something that makes a process, workflow, or experience more efficient, accessible, or effective.
This is a fully open-ended hackathon. You can build anything from web apps and mobile apps to AI tools, automation systems, or creative solutions.
Why SystemsHacks is different:
- Broad and flexible: Build anything that improves a system
- Beginner-friendly: No prior experience required
- Real-world focus: Solve practical problems people actually face
- Open to all skill levels: From first-time hackers to experienced builders
Whether you're fixing a small daily inconvenience or redesigning a large system, your project has the potential to create real impact.
Requirements
Build a project that improves or reimagines a system.
(A system can be anything: school, productivity, communication, health, workflows, etc.)
Each team must submit:
1. Project TitleClear and memorable name
2. Project Description (Required)Include:
- Problem Statement
- Solution Overview
- Key Features
- Technologies Used
- Target Users
- Screenshots, demo videos, or prototypes
- Must show how your project works
- GitHub, GitLab, or live demo
- Members and roles
Prizes
Best Beginner Project
For participants new to coding or hackathons.
Best Design & UX
Most polished, user-friendly, and visually appealing project.
Most Social Impact
Project with the strongest positive effect on the community.
Most Innovative Idea
Most original and creative solution.
Best Technical Implementation
Strongest coding or engineering effort.
Best Use of AI / Machine Learning
Projects leveraging AI in a meaningful way.
Best Presentation / Demo
Clear, engaging, and well-communicated showcase.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
HackathonForAll
HackathonForAll
Judging Criteria
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Impact (30%)
Does the project solve a real-world problem? Does it create meaningful social or community impact? How useful or important is the solution to its target users? -
Creativity & Originality (25%)
Is the idea unique or innovative? Does it show out-of-the-box thinking? Does the project go beyond existing solutions? -
Technical Effort (25%)
How well is the project implemented? Does it demonstrate coding, engineering, or design skill? Complexity and functionality will be considered, but beginner projects will be judged fairly. -
Presentation & Communication (20%)
Clarity and completeness of the submission (description, files, videos). How well the project is explained to the judges. Visual appeal and organization of materials.
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