The Gemini Hackathon is a month-long hackathon focused on harnessing the power of generative AI through Gemini to develop innovative solutions for critical global issues related to health, climate change, environmental problems, and eco-friendly solutions. This event aims to bring together talented developers, data scientists, and AI enthusiasts to collaborate and create cutting-edge applications or tools that address real-world challenges.

Let your idea come to life by attending! Participants are encouraged to develop applications or tools that address issues related to health, climate change, environmental problems, and eco-friendly solutions. Solutions could range from climate modelling, and pollution monitoring, to eco-friendly lifestyle applications.

The communications will be happening on the official Google Discord: https://discord.gg/google-dev-community in these 2 channels:

1. #gdc-gemini-hackathon-24: https://discord.com/channels/1009525727504384150/1224728234961404104

2. #gdc-gemini-hackathon-announcements-24: https://discord.com/channels/1009525727504384150/1224736213290713210

REQUIREMENTS

You must have a public GitHub repository with the code & start writing the code only during the hackathon.

As for the submission itself, you need to make sure your submission uses Generative AI effectively. For example, you can’t build a regular app and then have Gemini shoved in there last minute for, say, username generation.

You need to leverage Gemini’s capabilities to create impactful generative AI applications / tools. Your solution should also have the right amount of complexity in the solution to a problem. For example, a Gemini powered to-do list on cutting down on carbon footprint is not all that creative. Your project should be a direct reflection of your team's depth of understanding and creativity. Remember, the top winner gets to skip a huge chunk of the Google for Startups application process. Do you think your idea would be suitable for a startup? Plan accordingly!

Use the right tools for the job. Do you really need all that potential bloat? Do you need more tools? Your project should demonstrate your team's ability to integrate different tools and frameworks. Your super cool app might not be best suited for the command line.

PRIZES

1st Place: Meeting with GfS Accelerator team + Google Nest Hubs

This is the prize for the team in the first place! All members of your team get a Nest Hub (2nd gen) delivered to their door, *and* you get to have a meeting with the team at GfS / even pitch your MVP or startup idea directly to the managers.

2nd Place: Meeting with GfS Accelerator team + Google Nest Minis

This is the prize for the team in the second place! All members of your team get a Nest Mini delivered to their door, *and*...

Depending on your region, your team may:

- Receive startup mentorship in a meeting with the GfS team

- Can potentially get a unique chance to pitch your MVP/startup directly to Google for Startups managers & selected for the GfS program

- GfS gets you the funding to kickstart your growth!

3rd Place: Meeting with GfS Accelerator team

Depending on your region, your team may:

- Get valuable feedback and guidance on your startup from GfS experts.

- Have the amazing opportunity to pitch your MVP/startup directly to Google for Startups managers.

If you make a strong impression, you could be selected for the GfS program and get the funding to make your vision a reality!

JUDGING CRITERIA

Use of Generative AI

The extent to which participants effectively incorporate generative AI into their solution, showcasing its potential to solve real-world problems.

Complexity of the Solution

The complexity and sophistication of the developed application or tool, reflecting the depth of understanding and creativity demonstrated by the participants. The solution should be a MVP and has to be working.

Technologies Used

The variety and appropriateness of technologies employed, demonstrating the participants' ability to integrate different tools and frameworks to enhance their solution

Liist of Judges:

Jetha Chan - Googler

Ronan Mandel - Googler

Zviad Kardava - Googler

Ju-yeong Ji - Googler

Allen Firstenberg - GDE Gen AI

SUBMISSION

Remember: you need a public Github repository containing your code, and a YouTube video longer than a minute and with a max length of 2 minutes!

Make sure your project uses Generative AI effectively, has the right amount of complexity for the task & that it uses the right tools for the job!

Submit your project here: https://forms.gle/suJsvuYNDvxenGhBA

The submissions must be in teams of 2-4 people!