Welcome to the exhilarating world of innovation and technology! We’re thrilled to have you onboard for the 2024 Solution Challenge Hackathon, hosted by Google Developer Student Clubs (GDSC) McMaster University. Prepare to dive into a weekend filled with creativity, coding, and collaboration, where you’ll get the opportunity to tackle real-world challenges and make a positive impact. This hackathon isn’t just about coding, it’s about connecting, learning, and being a part of a community that drives change. Get ready to bring your ideas to life and showcase your skills!

Requirements

Projects should address at least one United Nations Sustainable Development Goal and incorporate at least one Google technology. 

Only one person from each team should submit on Devpost. Ensure you have added your teammates as collaborators on your Devpost submission.

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Prizes

$CAD 1,895 in prizes
Google Nest Mini - Embracing Quality and Accessibility
1 winner

INSTAX Mini 7+ Camera - Hacking for Mental Health
1 winner

Google Pixel Buds A-Series - Protection of Nature
1 winner

Fitbit Inspire 3 - Best Overall Hack
1 winner

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Hoda Abokhadra

Hoda Abokhadra

Hitarth Smart

Hitarth Smart

Tadeas Kris

Tadeas Kris

Connor Usaty

Connor Usaty

Sarah Simionescu

Sarah Simionescu

Aiden Goodyer

Aiden Goodyer

Vraj Patel

Vraj Patel

Sumanya Gulati

Sumanya Gulati

Chris George

Chris George

Kabir Gupta

Kabir Gupta

Jun Qing (Jerry) Wan

Jun Qing (Jerry) Wan

Judging Criteria

  • Embracing Quality and Accessbility
    Teams are encouraged to develop innovative solutions that promote inclusivity, break down barriers, and enhance accessibility for individuals with diverse needs.
  • Protection of Nature
    Teams are encouraged to design a solution that safeguards nature by celebrating and preserving the diversity of life in our oceans and/or ecosystems on land. Your solution must address the following United Nations SDGs: Life Below Water, Life on Land.
  • Hacking for Mental Health Wellness
    Teams are encouraged to create innovative applications, platforms, or tools that address various aspects of mental health, such as stress management, community support, self-care, etc.
  • Overall Criteria
    You can find the overall judging criteria in the resources tab or in the attendee package.

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