South Florida's premier 100% VIRTUAL hackathon where innovation meets opportunity! Connect, create, and code your way to success with students across all disciplines from anywhere with an internet connection.
ποΈ Mark Your Calendar
π March 21-23, 2025
π¦Start Coding: Friday at 8:00 AM EST from anywhere
πSubmissions Due: Sunday at 6:00 PM EST
β±οΈ58 Hours of non-stop innovation
π» FULLY VIRTUAL EVENT
Participate from anywhere with an internet connection! No physical attendance required.
All mentorship and support provided online through the Club Server in dedicated hackathon channels.
Collaborate with teammates remotely and showcase your skills from the comfort of your home!
ποΈ LIVE DISCORD MENTORSHIP
Connect with industry mentors through voice channels!
πLive Voice Support from industry professionals
πRegistration Required for Discord access
Discord invitation link provided upon hackathon registration
π Track Winners Recognition
One winner will be selected for each track, receiving recognition and visibility!
Choose your challenge level and make your mark in these cutting-edge domains
BEGINNER FRIENDLY
π€ Easy Track
AI-Powered Personal Assistants
Build intelligent chatbots and automation tools that simplify daily tasks and enhance productivity.
ChatbotsAutomationNLP
INTERMEDIATE
π Medium Track
AI-Powered Code Review & Debugging
Create intelligent tools that help developers write better code, identify bugs, and improve code quality.
Code AnalysisBug DetectionDev Tools
ADVANCED
π Hard Track
AI + Blockchain for Decentralized Models
Develop cutting-edge solutions that combine AI with blockchain to create secure, transparent, and decentralized intelligence systems.
BlockchainDecentralized AIWeb3
SPECIAL TRACK
π¦ Tech Unicorn Track
Startup Pitch Arena
Entrepreneurial Focus: Validate a tech-driven business idea and demonstrate its market potential through a compelling pitch and prototype.
StartupPitch DeckBusiness ModelMarket Validation
Track Overview
This business-innovation challenge empowers students to think like founders and build the next generation of high-impact, scalable solutions. Students are tasked with identifying a real-world market gap and designing a solution that combines strong technical execution with a viable business model.
Sample Project Types:
β’ AI-driven platforms
β’ HealthTech or FinTech tools
β’ Automation software for business operations
β’ MVPs designed for investor readiness
Skills Developed:
β’ Product Strategy
β’ Business Development
β’ Rapid Prototyping
β’ Market Analysis
β’ Seed-stage Pitching
Submission Requirements:
To participate in the Tech Unicorn Track, teams will submit the following deliverables:
1. Product Mockup or MVP
A working prototype, design, or visual mockup demonstrating how the product solves the identified problem. Formats can include:
β’ Web or mobile application
β’ Figma prototype
β’ Hardware or IoT demonstration video
2. Market Research Slide (1β2 pages)
A business-focused overview including:
β’ Problem statement
β’ Target market
β’ Competitor analysis
β’ Unique value proposition
β’ Optional monetization or go-to-market approach
3. Demo Video (Max 5-min)
A short pitch-style video featuring:
β’ The problem and proposed solution
β’ Walkthrough of the prototype or mockup
β’ Business potential and why the product could scale
4. Devpost Submission
All teams will submit their projects through our Devpost event page. Submissions must include project info, team members, screenshots, video, and pitch deck.
Not sure which track to choose? Connect with our mentors on Discord!
π₯ Submission Requirements
π Hacking Timeline
π Hacking Begins
March 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM EST
Teams will begin working on their projects.
β’Mentors will be available on Discord for guidance (coding, debugging, and testing support).
β’Ask questions in the ο½hackathon-q-and-a channel and tag @HackMentors so they can assist you.
β’Join live sessions in our voice channels labeled βMentorship #.
π Final Submissions & Demo Day
March 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM EST
Submit your project to be reviewed by judges and industry experts.
β’All submissions must include a working demo or prototype
β’Projects must be submitted before the deadline - no late submissions will be accepted
β’Remember to include all team members in your submission
Questions about submissions? Ask in the Discord ο½hackathon-q-and-a channel!
β¨ Meet Our Judges
Our diverse panel of industry experts will evaluate submissions through online judging via Devpost.
ποΈ Judging Period
πStarts: March 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM EDT
πEnds: March 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM EDT
MR
Madhura R.
Mentor, Judge
Workday, Inc
LM
Lalit M.
Judge
Lowe's
SS
Sethu S. N.
Mentor, Judge
Market America Inc
SD
Sid D.
Judge
CopperPoint Insurance
SK
Sandeep K. D.
Judge
Pro-IT Inc / AT&T
VP
Venkata R. P.
Judge
Cornerstone Consulting
NP
Nimit P.
Judge
McKinsey & Company
NP
Nithin P.
Judge
GEP Worldwide
KA
Karan A.
Judge
Versa Networks Inc
RD
Raju D.
Judge
Navan
IP
Ismail P.
Judge
Meta Platforms Inc.
BM
Bhanuprakash M.
Judge
Minnesota Department of Corrections
AM
Aakarsh M.
Judge
Lennox International Inc.
AH
Ather H.
Judge
Capgemini
BS
Bhupendra S.
Judge
Marriott International
KK
KARTHIC K. E. S.
Judge
WALMART
SM
Sainath M.
Judge
Amazon
Online Judging Process
Our expert judges will review all submissions through Devpost's online judging platform, providing feedback based on innovation, technical implementation, design, and impact.
Results will be announced on March 26, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
A hackathon is an event where participants collaborate to create software or hardware projects in a limited time. At Hack Fiesta Miami, youβll experience inspiring keynote speakers, skill-enhancing workshops, mentorship from industry professionals, and exciting challenges with great prizes!
Hack Fiesta Miami will take place in-person from March 28th to 30th, 2025. The event will run for 36 hours, filled with hacking.
Any undergraduate or graduate student from any university worldwide is welcome to participate!
Hack Fiesta Miami is more than just a hackathonβitβs a chance to learn, build, and connect with fellow innovators. From hands-on workshops and mentorship to networking opportunities and Winner certificates and LinkedIn promotion for standout projects, youβll leave with valuable experiences and new skills.
Yes, Hack Fiesta Miami will be fully virtual.
No, you donβt need a team to register! You can join solo and find teammates at our Team Formation event or on our Discord server. Teams can have up to 4 members.
Hack Fiesta Miami is a fully virtual event, so travel is not required and no travel stipends are needed. Join us from anywhere in the world!
No! Hack Fiesta Miami is completely free for all accepted participants. We are committed to making this event accessible to everyone.
Since Hack Fiesta Miami is a fully virtual event, all you need is a laptop, charger, and a stable internet connection. Suggested: headphones, snacks, and a creative mindset!
Stay updated by following our social media, joining our Discord server, and checking your email for important announcements!
Contributors
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