Hackathon FUTA: A platform for innovation and collaboration.
The Federal University of Technology (FUTA) Akure Hackathon is an annual event that brings together students, faculty, and industry professionals to collaborate on innovative solutions to world problems. real. Hackathons are a great opportunity for students to showcase their skills, learn from experts, and connect with potential employers.
The FUTA Hackathon is open to all students, regardless of major or year of study. Groups of up to four students can participate in the hackathon. Teams are presented with a series of challenges to solve, and they have 24 hours to develop a working prototype. Hackathons are evaluated by a panel of experts from industry and academia. Winning teams receive cash prizes, as well as the opportunity to further develop their projects with the support of mentors.
The FUTA Hackathon is a great way for students to learn new skills, build a portfolio, and connect with potential employers. Hackathons are also a great way for students to contribute to their communities by developing solutions to real-world problems.
History of Hackathon FUTA
The FUTA Hackathon was first held in 2016. The inaugural hackathon was a success and has since become an annual event.
Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) Hackathon is an annual event that brings together students from all over Nigeria to participate in a 24-hour programming challenge. The goal of the hackathon is to foster student innovation and creativity, while providing them with a platform to showcase their skills.
Hackathons have grown in size and scope each year. In 2022, the hackathon has over 100 teams competing and attracting participants from all over Nigeria.
Benefits of joining FUTA Hackathon
There are many benefits to participating in the FUTA Hackathon. Here are some benefits:
1. Learning new skills:
Hackathons are a great opportunity to learn new skills. Teams are presented with a series of challenges to solve and must work together to develop a working prototype. This gives students the opportunity to learn new skills, such as programming, design, and problem solving.
2. Building your portfolio:
Hackathons are a great way to build your portfolio. Winning teams receive cash prizes, as well as the opportunity to further develop their projects with the support of mentors. This gives students the opportunity to showcase their skills to potential employers.
3. Personally Create link: Hackathons are a great way to connect with potential employers. Hackathons feature industry experts and students have the opportunity to network with them. It can help students find jobs after graduation.
4. Give back to your community: Hackathons are a great way to give back to your community. The groups are presented with a range of challenges to deal with, many of which are related to social good. This gives students the opportunity to use their skills to have a positive impact on the world.
If you are a FUTA student, I encourage you to join the FUTA Hackathon. It’s a great opportunity to learn new skills, grow your portfolio, make connections, and contribute to your community.
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The FUTA Hackathon 2023 will be held on June 24-25, 2023. The theme of this year’s hackathon is “Sustainable Development Goals”. Teams will be challenged to develop innovative solutions that meet one or more of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Hackathon will be open to all students of Nigerian universities. Teams must consist of a minimum of two and a maximum of four students. The entrance fee is N10,000 per team.
The prizes for the FUTA Hackathon 2023 are as follows:
No.1:
100,000VND
2nd place:
N50,000
3rd place:
N25,000
