Tracks
Hardware
- Use microcontrollers, sensors, or actuators to build a prototype
- Integrate hardware with software (firmware, APIs, or mobile/web UIs)
- Address power, safety, and reliability for the device
- Demonstrate a working, repeatable prototype during the event
Education
- Improve accessibility or inclusivity in learning
- Create engaging, interactive learning experiences
- Provide meaningful assessment or feedback mechanisms
- Design for scalability and real-world classroom use
Social Issues
- Raise awareness or empower affected communities
- Provide inclusive solutions with clear impact
- Demonstrate ethical considerations and privacy safeguards
- Show a plan for community adoption or outreach
Security
- Identify a real security problem or vulnerability
- Implement measures to protect user data and systems
- Demonstrate attack/defense scenarios and mitigations
- Include threat modeling and practical deployment guidance