Hack Your Way To Innovation At Our Hackathon!
Cyber Security is a critical aspect of our digital world, and the need for skilled professionals in this field has never been greater. With the constant advancements in technology, the risk of Cyber attacks and data breaches has increased exponentially. These attacks not only pose a threat to businesses and organizations, but to individuals as well, as personal information can be compromised. This is why it is essential to have individuals who are trained in Cyber Security and can help prevent and mitigate these threats.
To address this need, Skillkai is hosting a Cyber Security hackathon. This event provides an opportunity for individuals to showcase their skills and knowledge in this field, as well as work collaboratively to develop innovative solutions to combat Cyber threats. The hackathon also aims to inspire participants to learn more about Cyber Security and contribute to the development of better security practices and technologies.
Participants will have the chance to work on real-world problems related to Cyber Security and gain practical experience in the field. Through this hackathon, Skillkai hopes to foster a community of Cyber Security professionals who are committed to protecting individuals and organizations from the risks of Cyber attacks.
Event Schedule:
Step | Topic | Content |
|---|---|---|
# | Info Session | Get all your questions answered in the launch event. |
#1 | Registration | On the Hackathon page, click “Register” button and follow the steps. |
#2 | Personal Information Submission | Fill out the form to submit your information to the organizer for communication. |
#3 | Join Discord Workspace | Join the Discord Workspace: Hackathon and introduce yourself in the #hackathon channel! |
#4 | Join Problem Statement Group | Join the Partner provided Problem Statement Group in Discord. |
#5 | Review rules and challenges | Review the rules and guidelines on the Hackathon page. |
#6 | Prototype, build, and test! | Work on your challenge project and submit via forms. It is highly recommended to use Discord to communicate with the organizer. |
#7 | Submit! | Submit your completed project by the Sprint deadline of June 25, 2023. |
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Hackathon Schedule:
Title | Date |
|---|---|
Registration | April 25 - Aug 25 |
Info Session | July 10, 16:00 - 17:00 |
Submission | July 25 - June 25 |
Problem Statement Session | July 24, 17:00 - 17:30 |
Problem Statement Session | July 24, 17:30 - 18:00 |
Problem Statement Session | July 25, 17:00 - 17:30 |
Problem Statement Session | July 25, 17:30 - 18:00 |
Technical Mentoring | July 29, 17:00 - 18:00 |
Technical Mentoring (PAID)* | Aug 04, 17:00 - 18:00 |
Presentation and Pitching Skills Program | Aug 19, 16:00 - 17:00 |
Submission Support Session | Aug 20, 16:00 - 17:00 |
Final Submission Day | Aug 25 |
Judging Period | Aug 25 - Aug 29 |
Grand Final - Winner Announcement | Aug 30, 10:00 - 12:00 |
All sessions will be recorded, registration via links above is required and attendance is recommended. You can submit your questions when registering. All who register will receive the link for the recording.
Requirements
What Should I Hack?
For the Cyber Security hackathon, we suggest that participants focus on hacking scenarios and vulnerabilities that are relevant to businesses and individuals. This could include hacking into web applications, networks, operating systems, mobile devices, and more. Alternatively, participants can develop defensive tools and technologies that help protect against Cyber attacks and data breaches.
The main objective of the hackathon is to promote innovation and collaboration in the field of Cyber Security while addressing real-world challenges and threats. By participating in this event, individuals will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field and develop solutions that can help mitigate the risks of Cyber attacks.
Submission Criteria
Provide a URL to your code repository for judging and testing. If your repo is private, it must be shared with hello@skillkai.com before the deadline.
All of the following items must be included in your submission:
1. Submission form
Submit your project to the link your received on mail before the deadline and complete the submission form questionnaire. Submissions (including video/code links) are editable until the deadline.
2. Video
Upload a 3-5 min video including the following: Problem Statement . Pitch Deck Presentation. Demo of your product, including an explanation of the solution and function of your application. This video can be submitted as a Youtube link on the submission link on mail. Make sure the video is set to public.
Note: Any video longer than 5 mins will be automatically disqualified
3. Provide images, screenshots, & wireframes of your project
***Important: By submitting your project to the SkillKai, you acknowledge that these materials may be used to promote this hackathon globally.
Prizes
iPhone 14, i3 Laptop, OnePlus phone in prize
Feature on SkillKai website & blog
Jobs & Internships (10)
Judging Criteria
Quality of the Idea
Includes creativity and originality of the idea.
Implementation of the Idea
Includes how well ideas and tools were leveraged by the developer.
Potential Impact
Includes the extent to which the solution can be widely useful.
Problem Statement Requirements
Meet the challenge criteria. The solution needs to be close to a production ready solution or need to show case the same in the presentation.