The GDGoC Core-team Selection 2026 has officially evolved into a Hybrid Hackathon format. This event marks the culmination of the selection process, where candidates demonstrate their technical skills, teamwork, and ability to innovate under pressure.

The Challenge Participating teams have spent the "Coding & Design Week" (Feb 21 – Feb 28) developing solutions using Google technologies (Firebase, Flutter, Google Cloud, Gemini API, Android, etc.). The challenges focus broadly on two key directions: Smart Campus and Community Hub.

The Demo Day of the GDGoC FPTU Hybrid Hackathon 2026 marks the final stage of the Core-team selection process. Prospective teams will present solutions developed during the coding week, utilizing Google technologies to address Smart Campus and Community Hub challenges.

Evaluation Criteria

Our Jury Board will evaluate products based on the following weighted metrics:

• Technology (30%): Code completeness and effective utilization of Google technologies.
• Management (30%): Teamwork efficiency, task division, and collaboration.
• Innovation (20%): The novelty of the solution and the intelligence of the problem-solving approach.
• Pitching (20%): Presentation skills, confidence, and ability to handle Q&A.

Awards

• First Prize: Direct entry into the Core Team, Gold Medal, and Championship Certificate.
• Second & Third Prize: Silver/Bronze Medals and priority points for Core Team consideration.

Timeline

• Feb 21: Kick-off & Topic Announcement (Online).
• Feb 21 - Feb 28: Development Phase (Coding & Design).
• Mar 01: Demo Day (Offline at FPT University).