HackHouston 2020 is a 24 hour event at Texas Southern University where hundreds of TECH and NON-TECH students will come together to brainstorm ideas, build software/hardware projects, and most of all, HAVE FUN! You take care of building. We'll take care of you.
HackHouston is a 24 hour event at Texas Southern University where hundreds of TECH and NON-TECH students will come together to brainstorm ideas, build software/hardware projects, and most of all, HAVE FUN! You take care of building. We'll take care of you.
HackHouston is free for all admitted participants. We’ll have WiFi, food, workshops, and awesome swag during the entire 24 hours you’ll be with us.
Participants are encouraged to work in teams, however, it is not mandatory. If you don’t have a teammate, we’ll hold a team-formation workshop where you can meet your new best friend. 4 people per team is the limit.
HackHouston is open to all undergraduate and graduate students of all backgrounds and skill levels. If you are not currently enrolled at Texas Southern University you must be 18 years of age or older by the date of HackHouston.
A laptop, charger, and photo ID. You may also bring your own hardware. If you plan to stay over night we encourage you to bring sleeping gear and toiletries.
Yes. We follow the MLH Code of Conduct
That's OK. We will have mentors there to assist you with any problems you may and provide guidance as you work on your project.
No. All projects submitted must be built from scratch. However, you are allowed and encouraged to brainstorm ideas beforehand. This rule does not apply to library tools or frameworks.
Unfortunately there will be no travel reimbursements.
Volunteers will help with serving and handling food, setting up equipment for the event, cleaning up after the event, and other similar tasks. If you are interested click the link below.
VOLUNTEERMentors will attempt to help participants with any problems they may have with their project and help provide guidance. If you are interested click the link below.
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