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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260626
SUMMARY:Hack Begin
DESCRIPTION:### Overview\nHack Begin is a high energy online hackathon organized by Devpost\, Inc. The event is scheduled to run from May 19\, 2026 to June 25\, 2026. It is an online event\, with participation open to a global audience. MLH registration is compulsory for all participants\, and teams are encouraged to form\, pick a problem statement\, gather resources\, and start building a working prototype within the allotted time. The event emphasizes collaboration\, rapid development\, and real world impact across multiple technology domains including AI/ML\, Web\, Mobile\, Blockchain\, and Open Innovation.\n\n### What to expect\nParticipants will form teams\, select a challenge\, and work on a project that demonstrates innovation\, technical execution\, and potential impact. Submissions should include a working prototype\, source code (GitHub)\, a brief project description\, and a demo video detailing features and expected outcomes. The challenge is publicly listed on Devpost and MLH channels\, and participants can view the full rules and guidelines on the hackathon pages.\n\n### Agenda\nThe page highlights a schedule view with a public schedule link for dates and sessions. Mentorship sessions and mentor access are mentioned as part of the event flow\, with time allocated for building\, testing\, and presenting prototypes before the deadline. There is a focus on timeline awareness\, with a visible deadline and calendar options to add the event to Apple\, Google\, or Outlook calendars.\n\n### Who should attend\nHack Begin is designed for developers\, innovators\, and problem solvers who want to build real-world solutions within a competitive\, collaborative environment. The event welcomes participants from various backgrounds and geographies\, provided they meet the eligibility criteria (as listed on the event page).\n\n### Speakers and judges\nThe event page lists judges\, including industry professionals such as Pranjal Jain. Judges evaluate submissions based on innovation\, technical execution\, and potential impact. There are sponsor and partner sections that surface organizational affiliations and potential collaboration opportunities.\n\n### Prizes\nThe prizes section mentions non-cash prizes and a focus on rewarding compelling ideas and implementations. Details such as prize types may be updated on the official page or during the event via the challenge's communications.\n\n### How to participate\nParticipants must register for Hack Begin on the Devpost page. After registration\, teams can form\, select a challenge\, and begin building. Submissions must include a working prototype\, code\, and supporting materials\, including a short description and a demo video that explains the solution and its impact. The event encourages the use of available resources and mentor sessions to help teams progress from idea to prototype within the timeframe.\n\n### FAQ\nTypical questions cover eligibility\, submission requirements\, and how to access mentor support. The MLH registration requirement is stated clearly as compulsory for all participants. For more details\, refer to the full rules and the event’s calendar integrations for scheduling. \nhttps://hack-begin.devpost.com?ref=ainave
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