GET A MOVE ON
HACKATHON
March 2nd & 3rd

ABOUT

The College of Computing is ready to host it's second project of the semester! On March 2nd and 3rd we will be sponsoring the "Get a Move On" Hackathon. This hack will focus on music, dance, fitness, gaming or sports and as a team you must address one of the following: improving user performance, motivating users, enhance the user experience, and connect/communicate to or with users. We will be incorporating both a software and hardware element this go around as well!

We'll provide space, food, and some tools if your hack requires hardware. Check below for a schedule of the event, resources, and other information as the hackathon progresses. Enjoy, and get to hacking!

Stay updated through our Slack (GT emails only)!
Submit your project here!
Devpost Submit

Software Challenge

Deliver a digital solution that combines social, mobile, IoT, analytics, or other techniques to improve user performance, to motivate users, to enhance user experience, and to help build connections with users. Consider health and fitness data and how to maximize this knowledge.

Hardware/VR Challenge

Use the provided hardware or virtual reality equipment to improve user performance, to motivate users, to enhance the user experience, and to help build connections with users. The solution you design could monitor fitness activities, introduce workouts designed to build strength or lose weight, help prevent illnesses, or even bring down health and fitness costs along with individual insurance savings. The possibilities are endless as you focus on innovation in health and fitness activities.

SCHEDULE

Friday, March 2nd

4:00 PM
Student Registration & Team Formation
Klaus Atrium
5:00 PM
Dinner
5:30 PM
Opening Ceremonies & Sponsor Introductions
Klaus 116 E&W
6:00 PM
Hacking Begins!
6:00 - 10:00 PM
Mentor Lounge Open
Klaus 1123
7:00 PM
Makery Workshop & Hardware Check Out Opens
Klaus 1116 E&W
8:00 - 11:00 PM
Makery Classroom Open
CCB 337
8:00 PM
Top Time Caffeine Jolt
Klaus Atrium

Saturday, March 3rd

12:00 AM
Midnight Snack
Klaus Atrium
8:00 AM
Breakfast
Klaus 1116 E&W
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Makery Classroom Open
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Mentor Lounge Open
Klaus 1123
1:00 PM
Lunch
Klaus 116 E&W
6:00 PM
Project Submission Due
6:15 - 8:00 PM
Project Expo* & Dinner
Klaus Atrium
8:30 PM
Top 5 Announced
8:45 - 9:30 PM
Top 5 Final Showcase*
Klaus 1116 E&W
9:45 - 10:00 PM
Closing Ceremonies & Awards
Klaus 1116 E&W

*Sponsors will announce any private level awards in addition to Grand Prizes for software and hardware.

FAQ

What is a hackathon?
A hackathon is where you turn your ideas into real stuff!
Who can apply?
All CoC undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to attend.
What if I don't know how to code?
Experience isn't required! Hackathons are a place to learn, for anybody at any level. We'll even have alumni to assist and mentor you as you work on your project.
Teams?
You can work in a team of up to four but all applications have to be submitted on an individual basis. Teams will be checked when you submit your project.
What if I don't have an idea or a team?
Don't worry! There will be time to form teams after registration, and we will help you match with other hackers.
What should I bring?
All you need is a student ID, a laptop + charger, and your hacking spirit! We'll take care of the rest. Firearms, weapons, alcohol, illegal drugs, and power tools are not allowed. Smiles and high-fives are welcome.
What can I make?
Anything you want!
What about hardware and tools?
Bring anything you like and just check it with us. We will also have some company sponsored API’s and datasets. We've also provided a list of free resources.
Can I start work on my hack before the event?
No, All work on your hacks must be done during the 24 hour event. Ideas may be generated beforehand. The rule is strictly enforced at and the penalty for a project from before the event is disqualification. However, feel free to use any libraries or tools.
What does it cost?
The event is free, thanks so support from our sponsors!
What about food?
Check the schedule for times but yes, free food will be provided throughout the event. You just have to show your wristband from registration when you grab a plate.
Prizes?
Of course! There will be a grand prize for the Software Challenge and another grand prize for the Hardware/VR Challenges.

RESOURCES

Looking for other useful hackathon resources? Try some of these!

Hardware

Raspberry Pi 2 Ultimate Kit
Quantity: 5
SparkFun Tinker Kit*
Quantity: 5
XBox Kinect Sensors
Quantity: 5
Makeblock Inventor Electronic Kit
Quantity: 5
Starter Kit for Arduino
Quantity: 5
Google Home Mini
Quantity: 4
Cozmo Robots & Tablets
Quantity: 4
iRobot
Quantity: 1

Virtual Reality

Oculus Rift DK2
Quantity: 2
Google Daydream
Quantity: 1
Google Cardboard
Quantity: 10

Data Sets

US Census Bureau
Population Statistics
Center for Disease Control & Prevention
Health Statistics
US Department of Health & Human Services
Healthcare Cost Utilization

SPONSORS