HackOHI/O is a 24-hour marathon of coding creativity and collaboration
Hackathons are technical project marathons where student teams go from idea to prototype in a single weekend, solving a problem or meeting a need in the marketplace. HackOHI/O is the largest in the state.
[hackathon] Students from Ohio State and other Midwest schools will converge on Columbus to spend the weekend building novel technology apps, devices and projects. After 24 hours of “hacking,” the teams at HackOHI/O will present their ideas to fellow students, faculty, and tech company representatives. Teams will be judged on categories including technical difficulty, creativity, usefulness and presentation.
Nearly one hundred industry professionals interested in the talent and technology on display also are expected to attend the final showcase on Sunday, October 28, when more than $10,000 in donated prizes will be awarded to the most innovative projects. The showcase is open to the public.
“This year we’re emphasizing to the students how this short-term event can be a launching pad for long-term entrepreneurial ambitions,” said Program Director Julia Armstrong. “And we’re encouraging projects that have real-world impact.” She added that more freshmen and majors outside of computer science have signed up this year, which she attributes partly to partnership with the Ohio State Digital Flagship initiatives.
- Engie, Ohio State’s energy partner, is issuing a Smart Campus challenge addressing the gamification of energy awareness and usage reduction for students and staff on campus.
- JP Morgan Chase, long-time supporter, is sponsoring the Best Hack for Disaster Relief and Recovery, focusing on communication to population, resource allocation and safety.
Article courtsey College of Engineering
