Welcome to the ExScore Winter Hackathon of 2025!

This Hackathon is a Product Development Hackathon - where the winners of this competition will be endorsed to further development of their submission to a product which will be released. Endorsements can go up to 400 dollars depending on the quality of the product. The product may be considered and incorporated in our nonprofit as one of our projects in order to increase connections and develop the product's outreach.

On top of this, thanks to our sponsors at the Applied Computing Foundation, the winning team will be able to receive a wild card entry to their Future Impact Challenge Competition, with a greater change at winning their competition, being able to receive cash prizes - nearly $1000 - and exceptional opportunities from their sponsors. (This part applies to HS teams only.)

Dates

Opening Ceremony - February 15th (Saturday) - 11:30 AM PST

Submissions - February 21st (Friday) - 11:59 PM PST

Closing Ceremony - February 23rd (Sunday) - 10:00 AM PST

Zoom link for Closing Ceremony: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83698439994?pwd=f2aPaRGFdzsqm9MVC2pSClJSehSTm2.1 ; (Meeting ID: 836 9843 9994 | Passcode: hackerzzz)

NOTE:  This hackathon was originally assigned to the dates of February 1st-7th, however, possibilities for sponsorships have arised.  Therefore, in order to give our participents the best hackathon experience, we have postponed out hackathon to February 15th-23th.

• Creativity
  Judges will assess how unique, original, and innovative the idea is compared to existing solutions. Projects that introduce fresh perspectives, unexpected features, or novel applications of technology will score higher.
• Design/UI
  The project’s visual appeal, layout, and user experience will be evaluated based on clarity, aesthetics, and ease of use. A well-structured, intuitive interface that enhances usability and engagement will be rated favorably.
• Community Impact
  The project’s potential to positively affect individuals, groups, or society as a whole will be considered. We are looking for solutions that address real-world problems and create meaningful change in communities.
• Presentation
  The clarity, effectiveness, and professionalism of the project's explanation in the video presentation will be judged. A well-structured, engaging pitch that effectively communicates the problem, solution, and impact will stand out.
• Scalability
  Judges will analyze how adaptable and expandable the project is for future growth. We are looking for solutions with a strong foundation, potential for new features, or the ability to serve a larger audience.
• Accessibility
  The project will be evaluated on how inclusive and usable it is for people of different abilities, locations, and technical backgrounds. We are looking for solutions that prioritize ease of access, consider diverse user needs, and target large audience.