The
Playbook7-PHASE SYSTEM
A guide to winning hackathons, in the order things happen. It's what I've learned across 50+ hackathons, with 36+ wins and $100K+ in prizes along the way.
01
Team Formation
Pick teammates who cover four roles, and build a steady squad if you want to keep winning.
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02
Ideation
Combine tools and problems you already know into an idea you can build in time.
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03
Validation
Test the riskiest part of your idea early, and prep your stack if you're competing to win.
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04
Execution
How to spend your hours so you finish with a working demo.
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05
Pitching
Build your pitch around the demo, and get ready for judge questions.
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06
Submission
What to put in your Devpost, README, and demo video, and when to submit.
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07
Post-Hackathon
Post your project and follow up with people you met, so it keeps helping you after judging.
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