🚨🚨Important Info🚨🚨

📆 Friday Jan 31st, 2025 - Sunday Feb 2nd, 2025

📍 Peter George Center for Living and Learning (PGCLL), McMaster University

👥 University/College Students from any Post-Secondary Institution

📝 Signup form available on this site!

🍎 First-years enrolled in 1P10/1P13 get a 0.5% bonus for SUBMITTING a project (not only participating)

This year, we will be hosting a 2-day in-person hackathon with many fun and fascinating workshops and events. This event is open to all skill levels, from novices to experts, and is perfect for anyone who wants to start a new project, learn something new, or meet new like-minded individuals!

Build with AI:

This year's hackathon will be a part of GDG's Build with AI event series, where attendees will learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI), their many and varied applications, and how to get started with AI using Google Technologies. Artificial Intelligence has exploded in both functionality and popularity over the past couple years. Many apps, services and products use AI to enhance functionality, better convey information to customers and supercharge existing processes. By attending this event, attendees will be able to get a better understanding of how AI works from industry experts and get started with a project of your own!

Hacking:

This year's hackathon is similar to the previous 'Solutions challenge hackathon', with events and workshops beginning on Friday, hacking commencing on Saturday, and wrap-up taking place on Sunday. Our hackathon aims to accommodates individuals with any skill level and background knowledge on software and artificial intelligence - no prior experience is required! Event theme, prize categories and goals will be announced during the Opening ceremony.

Social Media:

Learn more about our hackathon and other events across our committee from our Discord and Instagram!

NOTE: Unfortunately, we will not be able to provide overnight accomodations. Attendees will be responsible for their own overnight arrangements.

FAQs:
1. Who can participate?

Mac-a-Thon welcomes post-secondary students of all experience levels, from beginners to advanced developers. Teams have the opportunity to learn new technologies, connect with like-minded peers, and receive mentorship from industry professionals.

2. Do I need to have a team to participate?

No! You can participate solo or in a team of 2-4 people. You do not need to have a team decided when you are applying. You can join one after!
3. Is there any entry fee/ticket?

Nope, Mac-a-Thon is completely free for all attendees!

4. Do I have to attend Friday's event?

The Intro to Hacking workshop on Friday Jan. 31st is optional. Feb. 1st and 2nd are mandatory to attend. Please look at the schedule below for more details.