Trend Hacker

Required material:

• Description of the product
• Promotional reel posted on a new instagram account made for the product
  • must include #HackMelbourne #TrendHacker2026
• Github link to the product
• Any additional info your team wishes to add in
• Submit as a team via Devpost

How to Submit Your Project on Devpost

All hackathon projects must be submitted via Devpost. Follow these steps to get set up and ready:

1. Create a Devpost Account

1. Go to https://devpost.com

2. Click Sign Up (top right).

3. You can sign up with GitHub, LinkedIn, or email.

4. Fill in your profile (name, photo, bio).

2. Join the Trend Hacker 2026 Devpost Page

1. Visit the Trend Hacker Devpost event link (we’ll provide it in Discord and at the Opening Ceremony).

2. Click Join Hackathon.

3. Make sure you’re logged in with your Devpost account.

3. Form or Join a Team

• Teams can be 1–3 members.

• Once you’ve joined the hackathon on Devpost:

1. Go to the Participants tab.

2. Invite teammates using their Devpost usernames or emails.

3. Confirm your team formation before you submit.

4. Prepare Your Submission

When your project is ready, click Submit Project on the hackathon page. You’ll be asked to provide:

• Project name

• Description

• Video Reel: A fun and engaging video reel showcasing features in the application (or link to the reel)

• Product: a GitHub link/ link to hosted website/ apk/ exe...

• Team members: including team members’ student ID and contact emails

5. Submit Before the Deadline

• Final submission deadline: Sunday 3rd May, 11:59pm (AEST)

• Late submissions won’t be accepted, so aim to finish early.