GTPN Hackathon 2024

About the GPTN-NA hackathon

GTPN-NA hackathon is the first hackathon organized by Tibetans for the Tibetan community in the NA Region. The aim of the hackathon is to create a community of Tibetan hackers who can collaborate and initiate exciting projects to contribute to the Tibetan community.

In the last 70 years of occupation, the Tibetan exile community has been heavily dependent on the outside community for monetary and policy support. However, with the help of the older Tibetan generation, the current Tibetan generation has reached an education threshold where we can be the true leaders of our own movement. There are several Tibetans excelling in the fields of Technology, Health, Finance, Environment, and much more. This hackathon is a call for action.

The hackathon will be an opportunity to bring together Tibetans from varied fields for a weekend and rack their brains to produce exciting solutions/products catering to the Tibetan community.

What is a Hackathon?

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   Innovative Event: A hackathon is a time-bound event, usually spanning from 24 to 48 hours, where individuals or teams collaborate intensively to create innovative solutions, most often related to software or technology.


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   Problem-Solving: During a hackathon, participants are typically presented with a problem or theme and are tasked to come up with a creative and functional solution. This can involve coding, design, strategizing, and more.


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   Collaboration and Learning: Hackathons offer a unique platform for learning and networking. They bring together people with various skills - coders, designers, entrepreneurs, etc. - to work together, learn from each other, and potentially turn ideas into reality.

Why You Should Join A Hackathon!

1. Real-world Experience: Hackathons offer a hands-on experience that goes beyond traditional classroom learning. It's an opportunity to work on a real project, under time pressure, with a team - much like you would in a professional setting.

2. Networking: These events are typically attended by individuals from diverse backgrounds, from fellow students to industry professionals and potential employers. This can be a great chance to make connections that could help in your future career.

3. Skill Development: Hackathons are a fantastic way to develop and refine a broad range of skills, including coding, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication.

4. Innovation and Creativity: Hackathons are all about innovation. They encourage you to think outside the box, develop unique solutions to problems, and push the boundaries of technology.

5. Prizes and Recognition: Many hackathons offer prizes, which can include cash, tech gadgets, internships, or even job offers. Even if you don't win, you'll gain recognition for your skills and effort.

6. First Ever Tibetan Hackathon: Engaging in the first-ever Tibetan Hackathon is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make a mark on history. This isn't just about building software or designing applications; it's about pioneering a technological movement within the Tibetan community

7. Learning From Others: Working closely with a diverse group of people allows you to learn from their knowledge, skills, and perspectives. You might pick up a new programming language, get insights into project management, or learn about designing user experiences.

8. Fun and Exciting: Last but not least, hackathons are fun! They are high-energy events that can create memories and friendships that last a lifetime. The atmosphere of collaboration and the thrill of competition makes it an exciting experience.

Aug. 4, 2024

GTPN

Online

$100