GirlHacks 2024 is a 24-hour MLH sanctioned hackathon focused on empowering women and non-binary students in STEM, while welcoming all college and high school participants aged 18 and older. We bring together teams of up to four to create innovative projects, supported by industry mentors, workshops, and tech talks. Our mission is to foster an inclusive environment where diverse students can collaborate, learn, and showcase their skills, regardless of gender, education level, or institution. Register at https://www.girlhacks.tech/ 

Requirements

What to Build

You’re free to create anything you like at GirlHacks 2024! Alternatively, you can choose to build a project that aligns with one of the sponsor categories or tracks. 

What to Submit

Please submit your relevant project materials, including your GitHub repository, through Devpost by the deadline. You may include a 2-3 minute demo video of your project, but it is optional. All teams must present their projects in person during the judging session, so ensure that at least one team representative is present at the location during that time.

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Prizes

$3,060 in prizes
First Place
1 winner

The top-performing team will take home $1,100, split evenly among members. Elevate your hack and claim the top spot!

Second Place
1 winner

Impress the judges and secure $800 for your team, to be split among all members.

Third Place
1 winner

Don’t miss your chance to snag $400, awarded to the third-place team, and split across members.

ADP Challenge - AI for Future Skills: Bridging the Gap
1 winner

This hackathon challenges participants to create AI-driven solutions for analyzing and addressing skill gaps in the workforce. By leveraging data from job markets and educational platforms, teams will develop tools that identify skill shortages and provide recommendations for upskilling or strategic hiring. The goal is to enhance workforce readiness and empower industries with AI-powered insights.

Avanade Challenge - DiscoTech: Creating Virtual Disco Experiences with Azure
1 winner

Use Microsoft Azure’s cloud services, AI, and data analytics to create innovative solutions that solve real-world problems or improve existing processes. Whether optimizing a business workflow or developing a socially impactful app, your project should showcase Azure’s capabilities.

Focus on innovation, impact, and technical implementation. Be sure to attend the Avanade workshop to learn about the challenge and leverage Azure tools effectively for your project.

Demonstrate how Azure powers your solution and push the boundaries of cloud technology!

Best Disco Vibes Hack
1 winner

PRIZE: GAMING MOUSE
Dive into our Disco Theme for a chance to win sleek gaming mice! Each member of the winning team will receive one.

Best Diversity Hack
1 winner

PRIZE: SONY SPEAKER
Teams where at least 50% of the members identify as women or non-binary in tech will have a chance to win Sony Speakers for every member.

Beginner Track
1 winner

PRIZE: Mini Projector
New to hacking? You’re in luck! Teams with at least 50% first-time hackers can win Mini Projectors for every member.

Best Education Hack
1 winner

PRIZE: Anker Powerbank
Create an innovative project designed to improve or transform education. Whether it's enhancing learning experiences, promoting accessibility, or leveraging technology to address educational challenges, we're seeking hacks that inspire fresh approaches to teaching and learning.

Best Use of MongoDB Atlas
1 winner

MongoDB Atlas takes the leading modern database and makes it accessible in the cloud! Get started with a $50 credit for students or sign up for the Atlas free forever tier (no credit card required). Along with a suite of services and functionalities, you'll have everything you need to manage all of your data, and you can get a headstart with free resources from MongoDB University! Build a hack using MongoDB Atlas for a chance to win a M5GO IoT Starter Kit for you and each member of your team.

Best Domain Name from GoDaddy Registry
1 winner

GoDaddy Registry is giving you everything you need to be the best hacker no matter where you are. Register your domain name with GoDaddy Registry for a chance to win a Hack from Home Kit! Each Kit contains wireless earbuds, blue light glasses, selfie ring light and a pouch for easy transport.

Best Use of Auth0
1 winner

Auth0 wants your applications to be secure! Why spend hours building features like social sign-in, Multi-Factor Authentication, and passwordless log-in when you can enable them through Auth0 straight out of the box? Auth0 is free to try, doesn’t require a credit card, and allows for up to 7,000 free active users and unlimited log-ins. Make your new account today and use any of the Auth0 APIs for a chance to win a pair of wireless headphones and a battery pack for you and each member of your team!

Best DEI Hack sponsored by Fidelity
1 winner

At Fidelity, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are viewed as major keys to the success of their business, which is why they are challenging you to come up with innovative ways to create forward-thinking financial tech that promotes equality for all people! We want you to use your hacking skills to find and build solutions that put financial opportunities and resources within reach for all communities, creating accessible, sustainable, and/or inclusive solutions. The team with the best hack will win a Fidelity branded wireless charger for each team member!

Devpost Achievements

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Judges

Saee Pansare

Saee Pansare
Senior Product Manager, Amazon Web Services

Valmik Mehta

Valmik Mehta
Director of Solutions Architecture, MongoDB | Company Challenge Judge

Anuja Badeti

Anuja Badeti
Software Engineer, Bloomberg | Alumni, NJIT

Keith Williams

Keith Williams
Professor, NJIT

Supriya Arun

Supriya Arun
AI Research Developer, Nokia Bell Labs

Cristina Hilario

Cristina Hilario
Software Engineer, Prudential | Alumni, WiCS

Fuad Hamidli

Fuad Hamidli
Professor, NJIT

James Pineda

James Pineda
Software Engineer, Atlassian | Alumni, NJIT

Jaden Choi

Jaden Choi
IT Business Operations Analyst, Deloitte | Alumni, NJIT

Peter Bisbal

Peter Bisbal
Application Architect, Applications Management Group

Denise Cherdak

Denise Cherdak
Scrum Lead & Data Analyst, Bloomberg | Alumni, NJIT

Sheshananda Reddy

Sheshananda Reddy
Sr. Security Engineer, Adobe

Saghafi Mahta

Saghafi Mahta
Digital Artist, Freelancer

Sivanagaraju Gadiparthi

Sivanagaraju Gadiparthi
Lead - Data & Analytics, ADP

Lizete Afono

Lizete Afono
Business Analyst, Avanade | Alumni, NJIT | Company Challenge Judge

Andrew Christmann

Andrew Christmann
Senior Director, Avanade | Company Challenge Judge

Valentin Guerin

Valentin Guerin
Client Director, Avanade | Company Challenge Judge

Mukund Borahalli

Mukund Borahalli
Senior Manager, Avanade | Company Challenge Judge

Judging Criteria

  • Creativity and Innovation
    How unique and original is the idea, and how effectively does it address a specific problem, even if it's simple?
  • Learning and Skill Development
    What new skills or technologies were applied, and how did participants demonstrate growth in their technical or collaborative abilities throughout the hackathon?
  • Functionality and Completeness
    Does the project function as intended, and does it meet the objectives outlined by the team, considering any constraints?
  • Impact and Usefulness
    How could this project help or benefit others, and what is its potential for scalability and broader application?
  • Presentation and Demo Quality
    How effectively does the team explain their project, engage the audience, and showcase their work during the presentation?

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