Hack the Glasses

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VSP's Hack the Glasses is kicking off its Columbus Hackathon debut @VSP Easton on the 18th, 19th, and 20th of November!
We will be hacking The <A HREF="http://leveltechnology.com/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Level</A> smart glasses created by The Shop @VSP. (See organizer description). They are best known for their work on Google Glass and the design of the Nike Wing sunglasses used in the Rio Olympics. <A HREF="https://vspglobal.com/cms/about-us/innovation.html" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">LINK</A>
The hackathon will begin on Friday at 3:30PM with an intro to the smart glasses tech, The Shop, and the hackathon contest guidelines. The hackathon will end on Sunday with the "Lunch, Judge, and Prizes" presentation. 
$3K in cash money will be awarded alongside every participant receiving a pair of Nike Sunglasses. There will be no short supply of sustenance while programming throughout the 2-day bash.
This hackathon is for you, if:
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<H4>you program in Android and/or iOS</H4>
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<H4>know how to program or hack IoT hardware </H4>
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<LI CLASS="MsoNormal">you are a UX/UI desinger for iOS or Android</LI>
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We will provide the glasses to hack on and extra hardware/sensors to create all your crazy ideas. (If you have any particular sensor requests prior to the event, please contact Spencer below).
Space is limited so RSVP and share with your other hacker friends.
Here is the open source GitHub link for the SDK: https://github.com/TheShopAtVSP/levelSDK
 
FAQs
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
No age requirements, but you must have enough experience to feel comfortable competing with other Android and iOS developers.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
Ample free parking. Busses that go to Easton can get you here.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
Bring your computers and smartphones. We'll provide the WiFi and Level smart glasses.  
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
contact Spencer Bardsley @ spenba@vsp.com.

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