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Pre-conference hackathon registration now closed

If you’ve already registered, the hackathon is now open. Don’t forget to start preparing for the conference in October!

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watsonx Pre-Conference Hackathon: Calling all devs, students, and hackers

Get a head start on the IBM TechXchange Conference, where developers, data scientists, problem solvers, and more come together to explore the latest in AI and data. Join the pre-conference watsonx Hackathon, where you’ll get no-charge access to the IBM data and AI platform (plus IBM’s LLM, Granite) and a chance to earn a trip to the conference. Compete with fellow hackers to build innovative AI solutions and have the opportunity to showcase your project on the main stage. Prizes will be awarded, including a trip to the conference for the top three projects and one complimentary conference pass for the top 100 qualifying teams.

How it works

Assemble a team of up to three people and identify a real-world business or societal process that needs improvement. You and your teammates work together to develop an innovative proof of concept for how the activity can be streamlined using generative AI. Bring your passion and creativity to drive change.

There are two paths for this competition:

  • Path 1: Build a generative AI application for a use case supporting productivity with IBM watsonx.ai
  • Path 2: Improve productivity with day-to-day tasks using IBM watsonx Orchestrate

Whichever path you choose, you’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience with IBM watsonx tech. Your project could also win you prizes, including a spot at this year’s IBM TechXchange Conference where you can show off your work!

Winner, winner, TechXchange dinner

We’ve put together a great collection of prizes. The top three teams will win a trip to the IBM TechXchange Conference 2024 in Vegas, including travel and lodging. At the conference, we’ll reveal the grand prizes:

  • 1st Place: Your team will receive $5,000 in IBM Cloud credits to continue your project, and each team member will receive an IBM Individual Learning Subscription and IBM watsonx swag bag. You’ll also get the chance to present your work on stage!
  • 2nd Place: Each team member receives an IBM Individual Learning Subscription and IBM watsonx swag bag.
  • 3rd Place: IBM watsonx swag bags for the full team.

Additional prizes include Apple AirPods Pros for the first runners-up, IBM watsonx hoodies for second runners-up, and a complimentary conference pass for the top 100 qualifying teams.

Key dates

The conference is quickly approaching in October, so be mindful of the important dates below.

  • September 12-22: Participate in the hackathon
  • September 30: Finalists notified
  • October 21-24: IBM TechXchange Conference live in Las Vegas






See you in October

The IBM TechXchange Conference is the must-attend event for technologists and business practitioners serious about adopting generative AI and staying at the forefront of their industry.

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