Submission Requirements
To complete your submission, each team or individual must submit the following on Devpost before the deadline:
Required
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A working project created during the hackathon.
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A public GitHub repository containing your source code.
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A project description explaining what you built, how it works, and the problem it solves.
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A demo video (3–5 minutes) showcasing your project and its main features.
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Clear setup instructions (README) so judges can run your project if necessary.
Recommended
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A live deployment or hosted version of your project.
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Screenshots or images of your project.
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A list of technologies, frameworks, APIs, or libraries used.
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Any presentation slides or additional documentation.
Rules
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Your project should be started during the hackathon. Existing libraries, templates, and frameworks are allowed, but the core work must be completed during the event.
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Projects may be built individually or in teams (within the allowed team size).
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You must own or have permission to use all assets included in your submission.
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AI tools may be used unless a specific prize category states otherwise. Please disclose any significant AI assistance in your project description.
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Incomplete, non-functional, or plagiarized submissions may be disqualified.
Most importantly, don't worry if your project isn't perfect. First Commit is about learning, building, and taking the next step in your development journey.