September 30th - October 4th

Divergent Teams Hackathon

at Microsoft Office NYC, 11 Times Square

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Event Details

Our hackathon begins on Monday, where participants can start working with their teams on their projects at their own pace from Monday September 30 to Thursday. On Friday, October 4th, everyone will come to the Microsoft office in Times Square, NYC, from 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM to finalize their projects and present their work.

Participants can engage in a general competition to develop any innovative project they envision or choose to compete in one of three specific project tracks: Sustainability, Health & Wellness, and Education & Accessibility. Each track is designed to inspire creativity and address real-world challenges, empowering students to create a positive impact through technology.

Throughout the event, there will be workshops, food, and up to $15,000 in prizes available. If participants can’t accomplish much during the week, that’s perfectly okay—there’s plenty of time to start and complete their projects. Participants can choose to compete solely in the general competition or combine it with one of the specific tracks to explore multiple areas of interest.

Hackathon Tracks

Our hackathon features three exciting project tracks: Sustainability, Health & Wellness, and Education & Accessibility. Each track is designed to inspire creativity and address real-world challenges, empowering students to make a positive impact through technology. Participants can choose the track that aligns with their interests and passions:

Sustainability

Focus on projects that promote environmental conservation, renewable energy, and sustainable practices.

Health & Wellness

Develop innovative solutions aimed at improving healthcare, mental health support, and overall well-being.

EDUCATION & Neurodiversity

Create tools and platforms that enhance learning experiences and make education more accessible to everyone.

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Featured Workshops

AI

Delve into the basics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and understand its key concepts and applications. This workshop will cover machine learning, neural networks, and AI algorithms, providing a solid foundation for anyone interested in AI. Discover how AI is transforming industries and how you can start building AI-driven solutions.

AR & VR

Explore the exciting realm of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). This workshop will introduce the core principles of AR/VR technologies, tools for development, and how to create immersive experiences. Learn about the applications and future potential of these cutting-edge technologies.

Cloud Computing

Dive into the world of cloud computing and understand how to leverage cloud services to build, deploy, and scale applications. This workshop will cover fundamental concepts, popular cloud platforms, and practical demonstrations on how to use cloud resources effectively.

Github 101

Learn the essentials of GitHub, a critical tool for modern software development. This workshop covers the basics of version control, including how to manage repositories, create branches, and perform pull/push operations. Additionally, get introduced to GitHub Co-pilot, an AI-powered code completion tool that can help accelerate your coding process.

Data Science

Get hands-on experience with data science through a walkthrough of a sample problem. This workshop will cover essential tools and libraries, including Python, pandas, and NumPy. Learn how to clean data, perform exploratory data analysis, and build models, equipping you with the skills to tackle real-world data science challenges.

Entrepreneurship

Discover the essentials of entrepreneurship and what it takes to turn an idea into a successful business. This workshop will cover foundational topics in entrepreneurship and provide insights from industry experts, helping you understand the journey of starting and scaling a venture.