Hot To Agree On The Project’s Goal Of A Hackathon

Winners possess a unique blend of technical prowess, creativity, and adaptability. It’s the ability to navigate challenges swiftly, coupled with a knack for innovation, that distinguishes them in a sea of talented participants.

Contrary to popular belief, winning a hackathon isn’t solely about coding speed. It involves strategic thinking, effective communication, and a holistic approach to problem-solving. Demystifying these misconceptions unveils a more inclusive path to success.

Team “KIS – Keep It Simple” (Norway) winners of Digital Future of Justice – Paris Hackathon concept was by visualizing intricate cases linked to ECHR keywords, the Norwegian champions addressed the inefficiencies of the current HUDOC platform. Their tool, intended for legal professionals, aims to provide a user-friendly visual format, index cases using KeyBERT, and provide brief synopses of previous human rights cases.

“I think an important moment was when we were all able to on what is the concept. It took us quote some time to figure out what we are doing and what needs to be done. Eventually we agreed up on the project’s goal and we splited up the tasks. It was super important that everyone was on board there and agreed with the solutions and from then we were at the same boat.”
/Dan Uehara winner team member of Digital Justice of Future Hackathon/

Tactics To Overcome Challenges

A cohesive team is a formidable force in hackathons. We delve into the dynamics of assembling the right mix of skills and personalities to create a team that not only thrives but also enjoys the journey. The competition begins once the team is assembled, and there is no time to waste. With the clock ticking, time management becomes a critical skill. Uncover tactics to optimise every minute, ensuring that your team completes the project and does so with finesse.

“I would highlight that we just relaxed when we were meant to relax. All the other teams working during lunch, during dinner, they kept working which is admirable but we were able to say ‘ok, let’s just drop it for now’ and do what we need to do during the task, not think about anything else and after recharged ourselves it allowed us to be a little bit more creative.”
/ Lorenz Keefer Digital Justice of Future Hackathon winner team-leader /

The ability to identify the core problem is the foundation of any successful project. We explore how participants can sharpen their problem-solving skills, ensuring they tackle the right challenges head-on. Innovation is the heartbeat of hackathons. The judges and mentors analyze how participants can inject creativity into their solutions, making them stand out in a crowd of competitors.

How To Showcase Your Work On Demo Day

“What we found out a little bit later from one of the Mentors is that they weren’t coming to us as often as some of the other groups was because they actually felt comfortable with our outcomes and ‘ok, these guys have a a great idea’, they will come to us if they need help’ and the other teams were not at the same point as we were so it was actually a compliment. So we asked the mentors what we really needed to ask. I think their support was really crucial and they were extremely helpful.”
/ Lorenz Keefer Digital Justice of Future Hackathon winner team-leader /

Presentation skills can make or break a hackathon project. Explore the art of pitching, ensuring that your team’s hard work is effectively communicated to judges and audiences.

Demo day is the grand finale. We uncover the strategies for delivering a captivating presentation that showcases your project’s features and leaves a lasting impression. It is the most adrenaline-pumping part of the event, where participants meet the real-life stage of the presenting industry. The demo session is where they can demonstrate to the judges how mature and composed they are as a team and whether they are prepared to bring their project to life. 

“When it comes to demo session we could use a few more minutes to clarify our project’s privacy concerns solving concept but we understand that it is a competition. When it comes to judges they were super nice and they very really fair to everyone. Of course we did’nt know what they were thinking but afterwards we had a chance to chat with them so it became clear that they couldn’t reveal their opinion before the Awarding Ceremony. We got a lot of feedbacks from them and I think it was very important that they shared these with us. This is the reason why we want to continue the project. Currently we are looking for investors to do so.”
/ Dan Uehara Digital Justice of Future Hackathon winner team member/

Follow Up With A Great Idea

Victory in a hackathon is a career milestone. We explore how winning can open doors, boost confidence, and pave the way for exciting opportunities in the tech industry. It gives access to the participants to build their network for their future careers. Meet valuable individuals from their field and build long-lasting connections that will move their professional lives forward. 

Pay it forward. We discuss the importance of sharing your journey, experiences, and insights with the hackathon community, inspiring others to embark on their paths to success.

“We will definetally going to continue our project we are currently trying to get some funding and then build up from that. The fact that winning prize included a trip to Strasburg where we did not expect, but had the opportunity to present our idea to a vider audience and meet more important people in our field that gave us some contacts is very promising. We hope that we find our match in the near future. The Judges helped us along the way which was super exciting and nice.”
/ Lorenz Keefer Digital Justice of Future Hackathon winner team-leader /