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Hack the Limit
Online. Open to all. Built for whatever you want to build.
The short version: Pick an idea. Build it your way. Ship something real.
Hack the Limit doesn't hand you a theme or a rulebook on what counts as "good enough." It's a wide-open canvas — apps, games, tools, platforms, weird experiments that don't fit a category. If you can dream it up, you can build it here.
For who?
Anyone curious enough to try. First-timers and seasoned hackers stand on equal footing — there's no gate to walk through, no experience required.
Solo or squad?
Your call. Some people work best alone, deep in their own head. Others want a team to bounce ideas off of. Both paths lead to the same finish line.
What you actually get out of it:
Hands-on building, not theory — you learn by shipping
A community that's in it with you, not against you
Mentors who'll help when you're stuck
Bragging rights and prizes for the projects that stand out
Requirements
What to Build
Build anything — a web app, mobile app, AI tool, game, productivity tool, or whatever creative idea you've got. No restrictions on what you create.
What to Submit
1. Project Title
A clear, memorable name for your project.
2. Project Description
Cover the essentials:
Problem Statement — what you're building and why
Solution Overview — how it works
Key Features — the main functionality
Technologies Used — tools, frameworks, APIs, etc.
Target Users — who it's for
3. Project Files (Mandatory)
At least one screenshot, video, or file showing your project's functionality or design. This is required.
4. Project Link / Repository (Optional but Recommended)
A GitHub repo or live demo link, if you've got one.
5. Team Details
List everyone on your team and their roles. Solo submissions are welcome.
Prizes
Limit Breaker Award
For the project that goes above and beyond — strong on creativity, sharp execution, and overall standout quality.
Rising Builder Award
For an exceptional project built by someone new to coding or hackathons.
Boldest Idea Award
For the most original, out-of-the-box concept with a genuinely fresh take.
Real Impact Award
For the project with the clearest real-world use and tangible value for its users.
Top 25 finalists
For the top 25 finalists.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
HackathonsMadeForAll
Judging Criteria
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Execution & Build Quality (30%)
How functional and well-constructed the project is — including code quality, structure, and how effectively the tools or tech stack were used. -
Originality (25%)
How fresh and inventive the idea is, and whether it stands apart from other submissions. -
Value & Impact (20%)
Whether the project solves something that matters, and how useful or impactful the solution is in practice. -
User Experience (15%)
How intuitive, polished, and pleasant the project is to actually use. -
Presentation Quality (10%)
How clearly the project is explained and demoed, and how complete the supporting materials are.
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