Next Byte Hacks V3 is an open-ended, beginner-friendly online hackathon where creators build impactful, innovative projects. Whether it’s AI, apps, hardware, or social good solutions, participants compete for prizes, certificates, and recognition. Anyone 13+ can join—learn new skills, team up, and create something awesome.
Participants are encouraged to create any software or hardware project made during the hackathon. All ideas are welcome—AI/ML, apps, websites, tools, games, social good projects, or anything innovative. You may use open-source libraries and templates, but the main work must be done during the event. Projects can be built solo or in teams.
To submit, participants must provide: 1. Project Description – What it does, the problem it solves, and key features. 2. Demo Video (1–3 min) – Show the project working; screen recording or live demo. 3. GitHub Repo – Public code with setup instructions. 4. Screenshots – At least 2–3 images of the project. 5. Devpost Page – Team info, tools used, challenges, what you learned, and future plans.
Prizes are awarded across several categories: * First Place Overall: CodeCrafters 2-year VIP membership ($720 Value), Incogni 1-Year Subscription ($90 Value), NordVPN 1-Year Subscription ($60 Value), Coveron 1-Year Subscription ($50 Value), NordPass 1-Year Subscription, YRI Fellowship Scholarship (discounted fellowship seat), 1-on-1 Research Consultation with a YRI PhD Mentor, XYZ Domain, InterviewBuddy Premium Credits, 1GB Saily eSIM Data, AoPS Coupon, Certificate. * Second Place Overall: CodeCrafters 1-year VIP membership ($360 Value), Incogni 1-Year Subscription ($90 Value), NordVPN 1-Year Subscription ($60 Value), Coveron 1-Year Subscription ($50 Value), NordPass 1-Year Subscription, XYZ Domain, InterviewBuddy Premium Credits, 1GB Saily eSIM Data, AoPS Coupon, Featured and Praised in Online Article, Certificate. * Third Place Overall: CodeCrafters 6-month VIP membership ($180 Value), AoPS Coupon, XYZ Domain, InterviewBuddy Premium Credits, Featured and Praised in Online Article, Certificate. * Honorable Mention: AoPS Coupon, InterviewBuddy, Certificate. * Participant Prize: Certificate of Participation. First 50 participants to email us: 7-Day Interview Cake Full Access ($50 Value).
Judging Criteria include Impact and UI/UX.