The
Playbook7-PHASE SYSTEM
A battle-tested system for winning hackathons, distilled from 36+ victories and $100K+ in prizes.
01
Team Formation
Find the right people, define roles, and create a winning team dynamic.
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02
Ideation
Brainstorm, evaluate, and select ideas that judges love and you can actually build.
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03
Validation
Validate your idea quickly against real constraints and judging criteria.
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04
Execution
Time management, tech stack selection, MVP strategy, and team coordination.
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05
Pitching
Craft a pitch that wins judges over in the first 30 seconds.
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06
Submission
Write READMEs, record demos, and submit deliverables that make judges remember you.
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07
Post-Hackathon
Share your work, follow up with contacts, and turn weekend projects into career-changing portfolio pieces.
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