IDEA Hacks 2018

The mission of the IDEAS Hub @ UWCSEA is toprovide a place that inspires and supports the community to explore, innovate, collaborate and create sustainable solutions to shape a better world. The IDEAS Hub provides support to students through an inviting and well-equipped spacethat encourages collaboration and supports multidisciplinary thinking and relevant skill development. It also creates opportunitiesfor the development of creative skills across a range of disciplines including modern prototyping and construction techniques, computer based design, software development and coding, robotics, video, and music production, as well asfor the development of soft skills in project management, product design, marketing, entrepreneurialism, social enterprise and sustainable financing.

IDEAS Hub @ UWCSEA

IDEA HACKS IS BACK! The IDEAS Hub's premier student-led hackathon for 11 - 18 year olds is here for you to take your first steps into tech superstardom. Happening from the 9 - 11 November 2018,  this incomparable learning experience will feature the best 101s, quality mentors, the tastiest food and an unforgettable experience for all. This year, we're challenging you to come up with products that define what the future will be. How do you think the world will look like 5 to 10 years from now? Create a product that fits the slogan 'The Future of _____" and stand win $2,000 worth of prizes.
So what are you waiting for?
Please note that registration closes on the 20th of October 2018.
 
FAQs 
What will I need to bring? A laptop, a water bottle to keep yourself hydrated and an open mind to try things you haven't done before. Please wear covered shoes as the venue is a Makerspace.
 
Will teams be assigned to us? If you don't have a team, we can help you find one as we get closer to the competition. If you do have a team, do get them to sign-up as well. The form is structured as an individual sign-up to help us keep track of participants better.
 
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? This competition is open to all youths aged 11 - 18. 
 Can I join if I am 18 or under but in a university? Due to the wide range of age, we are unable to accomodate university-going participants at the moment. 
Do I need prior programming knowledge to join? Not at all! Instead, think of IDEA Hacks as an opportunity for you to stretch yourself and learn a new technical skill.
 
What can I bring into the event? You can bring laptop, any hardware / dev boards you own. Please note that you are not allowed to bring completed pieces of code as a major component of your final prototype.
 
Will food be provided? Yup, food will be provided. Please note that we will prepare vegetarian and non-vegetarian
 
Will there be photographs and videos taken during the event? Yes, please note that video and photographs will be taken of all participants as a condition for joining IDEA Hacks. By signing up for this competition, you grant UWCSEA its representatives and employees the right to take photographs of you and the work you produce at the hackathon. You also agree that UWCSEA may use these photographs with or without your name for any lawful purpose, including for example such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and Web content.
 
Does UWCSEA own the prototype that I created? No, your ideas are your own. We do however, require you to return any devices and tools that have you been loaned out to you in the course of this competition.
 
How can I contact the organizer with any questions? For further information, please contact the IDEA Hacks team at <A HREF="mailto:ideahacks@uwcsea.edu.sg" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ideahacks@uwcsea.edu.sg</A>.

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