The Team

Best SOCIAL GOOD

• Has the potential to make a positive impact on society and address a real need or issue facing the community. Promotes social change, improves quality of life, or creates a more equitable and just society.

• Prompts:

  • How can we connect volunteers with local non-profit organizations to help with community projects?

  • How can we use machine learning and social media data to detect early signs of mental health issues and provide support?

  • How can we create an online marketplace that connects local farmers with consumers to increase access to fresh, healthy food?

• Prize: 

  • Apple Air Tag

  • Present at Tom Tom x HireVA Festival

Best Sustainable Hack

• Promotes sustainable practices and reduces the environmental impact of our daily lives. Reduces carbon emissions, waste reduction, and promoting sustainable living.

• Prompts:

• How can we use technology to promote sustainable transportation options, such as biking or public transit, in urban areas?

• In what ways can we reduce food waste and promote sustainable food systems using digital tools or platforms?

• How can we encourage the adoption of sustainable practices in the fashion industry and reduce its negative impact on the environment?

• Prize: 

  • Echo Dot

  • Present at Tom Tom x HireVA Festival

Best UI/UX Design

• Easy to use and navigate with a clean and visually appealing design. Overall aesthetic appeal, user engagement and satisfaction, and the efficiency and effectiveness will be judged.

• Prize: 

  • Amazon Fire Stick

  • Present at Tom Tom x HireVA Festival

Best Beginner Hack

• Recognizes projects that are created by teams with at least half of the members attending their first hackathon. 

• Prize: 

  • LED Keyboard and Mouse

  • Present at Tom Tom x HireVA Festival

Microsoft's Most Futuristic

• Pushes the boundaries of technology and explores new and innovative possibilities. Demonstrates a level of creativity, daring, and uniqueness. Judged on overall concept, the level of technical innovation, and the impact the project could have on the industry.

• Prize: 

  • Speaker

  • Sponsored trip to Microsoft Office

  • Present at Tom Tom x HireVA Festival

Best Overall Hack

• All participants will be considered for this prize.

• Prize:

  • Echo Dot 5th Gen

  • Sponsored trip to Microsoft Office

  • Present at Tom Tom x HireVA Festival

RAFFLE Prizes

• Participants will earn raffle entries for attending each workshop during the day, increasing their chances of winning a prize.

Prizes: Laptop stand, Wireless charger, Wireless headphones

Fun Activity Prizes

• Compete in a fun activity against other hackers to win prizes (games include pictionary and jeopardy)

Prize: Aromatic diffusers