WHAT IS SUPERPOSITION?
Superposition is a hackathon aimed at high school girls in the Bay Area of all experience levels and backgrounds. This event is free and we'll provide Wi-Fi, food, swag, and workspace!
WHAT IS OUR GOAL?
We are passionate about offering attendees a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment to experiment with technology at any experience level. Additionally, we want to generate a larger interest and help more girls learn and thrive in the technology related fields.
WHO CAN COME?
Anyone in high school is welcome, though this is targeted at girls! You must abide by our code of conduct to make this event welcome for all. Also, we will not be offering travel reimbursements this year.
INTERESTED IN ATTENDING?
If so, be sure to check out our website for more information! You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@Superpositionfc) to stay updated on all things Superposition!
CAMPUS AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
Superposition is currently looking for Campus Ambassadors! As a Campus Ambassador, you will play a critical role in promoting Superposition at your school and in your community. You will also be guaranteed a spot at our hackathon and win special swag! If you’re interested, click on the link to fill out the Campus Ambassador application: bit.ly/ca_superposition
SCHEDULE
Please note: participants must be present for both days.
Saturday, June 10th:
- 5:30 PM: Mentor Check-In
- 6 PM: Attendee Check-In
- 6 PM: Mentor Dinner
- 6:30 PM: Attendee Dinner
- 7 PM: Opening Ceremony
- 8 PM: Start Hacking
- 9 PM: Workshops
- 10 PM: Workshops
- 11 PM: Workshops
Sunday, June 11th:
- 12 AM: Midnight Snack
- 7 AM: Breakfast
- 9 AM: Submit Hack through Devpost/Mentor Check-In
- 9:30 AM: Demo
- 10:30 AM: Closing Ceremony
Eligibility
- Participants: Anyone in high school is welcome, however, this is targeted at girls!
- Team Size: Up to four members
Prizes
1st Overall Hack
- Fujifilm Camera Instax
- Wireless headphones
- Tour around a special location
- Free licenses of Jetbrains Tools/IDE
- Free SketchApp Licenses
2nd Overall Hack
- Colorful LED Illuminated Backlit USB Wired Gaming Keyboard
- Google Cardboards
- Target Gift Cards ($20)
- Tour around Twitter
3rd Overall Hack
- Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
- Activity Trackers
- Tour around Yelp
Best iOS App
- Pop Socket iPhone
- Amazon Echo Dots
- Tour around Visa
Best Beginner App
- Art of Problem Solving Gift Certificate $40
- Speakers
- Tour around Twilio
Best Android App
- 3D Virtual Reality Headset
- Amazon Echos
- Tour around Visa
Best Web App
- Wireless Charger Pack
- Tripod
- Amazon Echos
- Tour around Visa
Best Use of .tech Domain
- Amazon Gift Voucher $50
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
How to enter
Interested in attending Superposition? Simply go to http://bitly.com/attend_superposition and apply to attend. We can't wait to see you on June 10th!
Judges
Anna Koch
Foster City Library
Wan Fwu
Foster City Library
Kashish Goel
University of Waterloo
Vartika Chaubey
Box
Rob Markovich
VMware
Mathilde Mouw
UserTesting
Chloe Condon
CodeFresh
Angela Voung
UserTesting
Emily Chen
Pomona College
Stephanie Ku
Electronic Arts
George Elisa
Wish
Judging Criteria
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Presentation
Based on pitch to judges -
Aesthetics
Based on design, UX and UI -
Usefulness
Based on practical usage -
Originality
Based on originality/creativity -
Difficulty
Based on technicality -
Functionality
Based on the hack working
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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