tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2021-11-15T09:30:38+08:00 Peatix Ernie tag:peatix.com,2017:event-325948 2017-11-25T09:00:00MYT 2017-11-25T09:00:00MYT

#codeathon is a learning-intensive hackathon for pre-university students and university students to come together and rapidly prototype software solutions under the theme of “Technopreneurship for Gender Equality”.Middle school and above students will compete in teams of 2-5 people under 2 separate tracks:The Jr. category includes middle/secondary school up to pre-university studentsThe College category includes university studentsYou will learn to code for good with industry mentors and compete against your peers in ASEAN+ cities. Winning teams stand a chance to receive complimentary to CoDE Summit in Singapore this December!TO REGISTER, click on "Tickets" and choose to buy tickets for 1-5 people.We welcome complete beginners and people of all genders!Why take part?Code for change!Build your portfolio and learn new transferable skills with industry mentorsReceive feedback from esteemed judgesWin prizes and/or media mention!Receive an e-certificate for successful submission!Kick-off weekend detailsDay 1: Learn design thinking, hear about problem statements, and get introduced to coding basicsDay 2: Sharpen your development skills and work on your own projects. The day will end with your presentations and submissions.How does this work?Learn at kick-off -> Refine your ideas continuously through learning resources and consultations with mentors -> Submit onlineWhat prizes are there?Top winning team overallBest Technical InnovationMost Socially ImpactfulAda Award (Individual)What is your judging criteria?Empathy: Did the team identify a real, significant problem?Innovation: Is the submitted prototype fully functional and intuitive to use?Entrepreneurship: Is the solution desirable? is it addressing the right market?Storytelling: Is the overall pitch/story compelling?Diversity and Inclusion: Is the team reaching out to new audiences?#codeathon is proudly supported by the organisations as below:FAQsQ: I am not a student, can I still take part?A: Anyone outside of the stipulated categories as above may still take part, but you will not be eligible for sponsor prizes and no team should have 50% or more of its members from outside of the track that they have chosen to participate in. This is to ensure fairness in participation.Q: Can I come alone?A: Certainly - we will make provisions for you to match up with other solo participants to form a team.Q: Who can I contact for more information?A: Just WhatsApp Ernie at +6581833039 or drop us an email at hello@codefor.asia