The Future of Data Hackathon is an integral part of the MidwestCon Conference, scheduled to take place with both in person and online components from August 24, 2024, to September 5, 2024.
The Future of Data Hackathon doesn’t have tracks. Instead it has roots, branches, and leaves!
- Roots: The roots of the tree represent the foundational elements of the hackathon, which in this case are the two main tracks: the Software Development Root and the Business/Creative Root. These roots serve as the basis for participants to build their projects and ideas upon.
Branches: The branches of the tree represent the different technology branches that participants can explore during the hackathon. There are three branches to choose from:
- The AI Branch, which focuses on Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Computer Vision.
- The Blockchain Branch, which explores technical aspects and innovative business pitches related to blockchain technology. From web3 to DeFi, there is something for everyone.
- The Visualization Branch, which focuses on exploring innovative ways to visualize data. Participants in this branch will have the opportunity to work with technologies such as AR/XR (Augmented Reality/Extended Reality) to create immersive data visualizations as well as other visualization tools and techniques to present complex data in a clear and engaging manner.
- Leaves: The leaves of the tree represent the specific themes or topics that participants can choose to focus on within each branch. The current themes include Gaming, Security, Finance, and Social Issues. Participants c
World-Class Learning Opportunities:
- Participants will have the chance to engage in hands-on workshops, attend talks by industry experts, and collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds. Learn from CIOs of Fortune 500 companies, Senior Machine Learning Engineers from Microsoft, Google and Databricks, and Y-Combinator-backed founders
Mentorship:
- The Future of Data Hackathon features a robust mentorship program, connecting every team with an experienced mentor. Mentors provide guidance, support, and expertise, helping participants to refine their ideas and develop impactful projects. Prominent mentors include Partners at Venture Capital firms, the co-creator of Phi-3 (the first small language model), and VPs of fortune 500 companies.
Location and Facilities:
- Hosted at the state-of-the-art 1819 Innovation Hub at the University of Cincinnati, participants will have access to modern facilities and resources.
Build a better more equitable future of data:
Projects at the hackathon are centered on the theme of "building a better, more equitable future of data." Participants will work on solutions that not only leverage cutting-edge technology but also aim to create a fairer and more inclusive digital landscape. Projects developed during the hackathon have the potential to address real-world problems, the outcome should not only be innovative but also socially relevant.
