WHAT

A hackathon is an event, typically lasting several hours to days, where a number of people, usually technically inclined and involved in software development, collaborate on projects. Participants work in teams to create a functioning software or hardware prototype by the end of the event.

The Hack4AProgress is a hackathon series initiated by DOST CALABARZON. For this hackathon, the participants will address the issues and gaps being encountered by the LGU Sta. Rosa and LGU Carmona. It aims to produce a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) that can be adopted and implemented by the Local Government Units for the Smart Sustainable Communities.

WHERE

The Hackathon will be conducted at Sol Y Viento, Calamba, Laguna.

WHEN

The event will be held on September 23-25, 2024.

WHY

The top three winners will win cash prizes depending on the place they are in. Aside from that, the DOST CALABARZON will provide seed funding to the winning team.

WHO

The event is open to ages 18 and above. Students, professors, startups that are connected with CALABARZON TBI, and government employees who have exposure to coding is advantageous, having members with strong pitching and creativity skills are a plus, are welcome to join and participate.

To participate, you need to form a team maximum of 4 members. Ideally, each team should include a Project Manager, Front/Backend Developer, Data Researcher/s, Business Analyst/Marketing Specialist. Teams may come from anywhere in the CALABARZON Region.

Representation of the group's school/agency will be used when releasing the funds since DOST CALABARZON cannot release directly to the students/employee. With this, it is recommended to have a professor who will represent (aside from coaching and mentoring the group) the school as project leader should the team win the hackathon - for cases of a team composed of students. DOST CALABARZON can also consider the endorsement of the dean; however, in case the team wins, a professor who will act as project leader shall be required to proceed with the seed funding provision.

HOW

Participants should fill out this Registration Form to submit an entry. Ensure that all details have been filled out correctly. New submissions with the same participant details will not be accepted. An assessment of the submitted entries and proposals will be reviewed by the DOST CALABARZON Working Committee, alongside the mentors.

Proposed solutions should be original and not be under incubation or any funding. A waiver will be provided to the finalists to signify their ingenuity. The said waiver needs to be notarized to be accepted on the hackathon proper.

If in any case that the working committee has proven that the proposed solution is not an original concept, or currently undergoing incubation, the DOST CALABARZON has the authority to retract the cash prize won by the team.

Acceptance of the teams will be done via email. Aside from that, announcements will be posted in the DOST CALABARZON page. Follow the DOST CALABARZON page to see more updates regarding the event.

Challenge # 1

How can you design a smart solution that enhances coordination and continuity of care in a decentralized health system, while addressing the challenges of frequent patient turnover and transfers between facilities? (e.g. unified health information platform; patient navigation and coordination; telehealth integration)

Challenge # 2

How can you design a smart waste management system that optimizes waste collection, promotes recycling, and reduces environmental impact using modern technology? (e.g. Solid waste segregation and disposal, waste monitoring)

Challenge # 3

How can you create a solution that monitors, analyzes, and improves urban air quality, providing real-time data and actionable insights to reduce pollution? (e.g. Air Quality Monitoring system)

Challenge # 4

How can you create a smart solution for an accident reporting tool that utilizes technologies to capture detailed accident data, to improve accident investigation and mitigate future occurrences? (e.g. Emergency Response system; Feedback System; Accident Detection and Response system)

Challenge # 5

How can you develop a smart solution that detects and analyzes traffic violations in real-time and provides actionable insight to law enforcement and city planners to improve road safety? (e.g. Traffic monitoring system; Traffic Violation Detection system)

PRIZE

The following will be the cash prize for the top three winners:

• Champion: Php 50,000
• 1st Place: Php 40,000
• 2nd Place: Php 30,000

Plaques will be provided as well to the winners. Aside from that, seed funding will be provided to the champion.

REGISTRATION

Out of the 5 challenges, teams must choose one and submit their proposed solution for it. Please note that the proposed solution should not be under incubation or is being currently funded.

SCREENING AND SELECTION PROCESS

The top 8 teams with the most practical ideas will be eligible to take part in the 48-hour Hackathon Challenge. The screening will be conducted by the DOST CALABARZON working committee, alongside the mentors. An email confirmation consisting of an acceptance letter, guidelines, and additional information will be sent to accepted participants.

DOST CALABARZON will contact the accepted teams via email, in which the participants need to confirm their participation and availability for the Hackathon in order to proceed with accommodation arrangements.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations will only be honored for emergencies and other reasonable circumstances, and the team must submit a formal letter one week prior to the event.

WILL THERE BE ORIENTATION?

An orientation will be conducted for all the finalists in order to discuss to them the guidelines of the Hackathon event.

ARE WE ALLOWED TO USE THIRD-PARTY COMPONENTS LIKE OPEN-SOURCE LIBRARIES, ETC. TO IMPLEMENT A SOLUTION? ARE THERE LIMITATIONS ON COMPONENT LICENSING?

Participants are allowed to use any third-party components or open-source libraries as long as these are mentioned during their pitch. Aside from that, participants should ensure that these are used lawfully and properly licensed.

JUDGES

The judges will be those who are subject matter experts or have extensive knowledge technology in the challenges being addressed.

TIME TO BUILD

Teams are allowed to conceptualize a solution already. Creation of wireframes and mockups prior to the hackathon proper is also allowed but the coding proper will be done after the Hackathon kick-off. Teams are given full 48-hours to develop their proposed solution.

MENTORS

During the hackathon event, mentors will be around to help and guide the participants with their solutions. A private consultation with the mentors will be provided to the participants.

PITCH PRESENTATION

Teams are given 7 minutes each to present their solutions to the panel of judges. The pitching will take place after the 48-hour hackathon challenge.