Dates
  • Hackathon Start Date: January 25, 2025
  • Hackathon End Date: March 14, 2025
  • Submission Deadline: March 14, 2025
  • Judging Period: March 15 - March 29, 2025 (1-2 weeks)
  • Winners Announcement: March 30, 2025
Eligibility
  • Participants: The hackathon is open to individuals and teams of all skill levels, including students, professionals, and hobbyists.
  • Team Size: Teams can consist of [insert minimum and maximum number of participants, e.g., 1 to 5 members].
  • Age Requirement: Participants must be at least [insert age requirement, e.g., 18 years old] to enter.
  • Geographic Restrictions: [Specify if there are any geographic restrictions, e.g., open to participants worldwide or limited to specific regions.]
Project and Submission Requirements

  1. Project Scope:

    • Participants must build a functional AI chatbot that meets the challenge's objectives.
    • The chatbot should be original and not previously submitted to other competitions.

  2. Submission Components:

    • Project Overview: A brief description of the chatbot and its purpose.
    • Technical Documentation: Details about the technologies used and setup instructions.
    • Demo Video: A 2-3 minute video showcasing the chatbot's features.
    • Source Code: Complete source code hosted on a platform like GitHub.
    • User Guide: Instructions on how to interact with the chatbot.
    • Presentation Slides: A slide deck summarizing the project.

  3. Format:

    • All submissions must be in PDF for documentation or MP4 for videos.
    • Ensure that all files are clearly labeled and organized.
Prizes
  • Certificates: All participants will receive a certificate of participation along with ranking grade.
Judging Criteria and Winner Selection

  1. Innovation (30%):

    • Originality and creativity of the chatbot concept and features.

  2. Functionality (30%):

    • The chatbot's ability to perform its intended tasks effectively and efficiently.

  3. User Experience (20%):

    • Ease of use, design, and overall user interaction with the chatbot.

  4. Technical Implementation (20%):

    • Quality of the code, use of appropriate technologies, and adherence to best practices.
Winner Selection Process
  • Judging Panel: A panel of judges comprising industry experts, educators, and experienced developers will evaluate the submissions.
  • Scoring: Each submission will be scored based on the criteria outlined above. The scores will be tallied to determine the winners.
  • Final Decision: The judges will deliberate and select the winners based on the highest scores. In case of a tie, the judges will discuss and make a final decision.

Good luck to all participants! We look forward to seeing your innovative chatbot creations!