Hackathons for Beginners 2025

Beginner hackathons are the perfect launchpad for aspiring developers, students, and tech enthusiasts who are new to programming. These events offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can learn by doing, collaborate with others, and build your very first project. Whether you're exploring web development, Python, data science, or design, beginner hackathons help you gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and real-world confidence. No prior coding skills required—just curiosity and the drive to learn.
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ONLINE Hello World 2024

Oct. 26, 2024 - Oct. 27, 2024

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Hello World is the first and largest ever freshman-only hackathon nationwide. After huge successes over the past seven years, we are excited to be back …

ONLINE MarinaHacks 4.0

Oct. 26, 2024 - Oct. 27, 2024

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Women in Computing is hosting MarinaHacks: California State University, Long Beach's annual women-centric hackathon. This is an in-person 24-hour event dedicated to bringing together women …

IN-PERSON HackHers GSU

Oct. 25, 2024 - Oct. 26, 2024

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Join us for HackHERS, Georgia State University’s annual women-centric and beginner-friendly hackathon! This inspiring event brings together students, tech enthusiasts, and industry professionals to foster …

ONLINE DAHacks 3.0

Oct. 25, 2024 - Oct. 26, 2024

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Join Us At DaHacks 3.0 Are you ready to take your tech skills to the next level? Join us for DAHacks 3.0, a space-themed, thrilling …

IN-PERSON UF/IBM AI Days Hackathon Supported by Swamphacks! https://discord.gg/4EJhabM79p

Oct. 25, 2024 - Oct. 27, 2024

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UF/IBM AI Days Hackathon Challenge Statement will be released on 10/25 at 5:00pm. Location: Little Hall 201 We will serve dinner on Friday. Breakfast, Lunch, …

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beginner · machine learning · Gainesville, Florida, United States
ONLINE HorizonHacks 2024

Oct. 25, 2024 - Nov. 2, 2024

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Welcome to HorizonHacks 2024 The theme has been revealed... Create something to make a difference in our oceans and marine environments! HorizonHacks is a week-long …

IN-PERSON AI ATL 24

Oct. 25, 2024 - Oct. 27, 2024

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Find more information at aiatl.io

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beginner · machine learning · Atlanta, Georgia, United States
ONLINE Brainstorm - A Neuroscience Challenge

Oct. 24, 2024 - Nov. 30, 2024

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OCCURRING VIRTUALLY CALLING ALL HIGH SCHOOLERS IN STEM!! Brainstorm. Neuroscience Hackathon. October 12th - October 16th. In Brainstorm - A Neuroscience Hackathon, get ready to: …

ONLINE GreenHack Challenge 2024

Oct. 20, 2024 - Nov. 3, 2024

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About the challenge Main theme: "Hack Climate Crisis: Strategic Partnerships for Biodiversity Conservation” In this hackathon, students are invited to tackle one of the most …

IN-PERSON Interledger Hackathon 2024

Oct. 19, 2024 - Oct. 20, 2024

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We’re back and ready to hack! The Interledger Hackathon will take place October 19-20, 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. You'll be using Interledger, the …

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beginner · fintech · web · Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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