BostonHacks is a 24-hour hackathon where students from different backgrounds gather together to use technology to create cool projects. Participants can come to expand their knowledge and skills, make new friends, win prizes, and network with recruiters from corporate sponsors.
The event features a variety of workshops and sessions designed to support attendees throughout the weekend. Activities include Hackathon 101, team formation, and technical workshops on Figma, Chrome Extensions, and Claude Code. Professional development opportunities are also available through panels on switching majors (tech or not), internship experiences, and mock interviews. The schedule includes fun breaks such as MS Paint Bob Ross, game breaks, movie nights, and a Startup Pitch Competition.
Prizes for the competition include a Fujifilm Mini 99 Instax Film Camera, a Syitren Paron Vinyl Record Player, and a Deco Gear 34" Curved Gaming Monitor.
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Boston, United States