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University of Toronto Data Science Student Challenge 2018
03 Mar - 09:30 AM
Toronto, Canada
Techie students of computer science, data science, engineering, statistics, analytics, and math! You're invited to participate in the University of Toronto Data Science Student Challenge 2018. You'll be challenged to demonstrate your skills by leveraging the power of analytics. This is your chance to network and collaborate with like-minded students and compete for amazing prizes.
CodeAcross Toronto 2018
03 Mar - 08:30 AM
Toronto, Canada
150 Innovative Minds. 7 Civic Challenges. 1 Day of Impact. Civic Tech Toronto is hosting our third annual hackathon in partnership with the Toronto Public Library on Open Data Day (March 3rd, 2018). As design and technology continue to transform our workplace and what it means to be a citizen – this year we challenge you to redefine The Future of Work. Join round-table discussions with domain experts and hack on civic tech challenges in collaboration with talented and passionate individuals across various backgrounds and expertise.We welcome all members of the public: coders, designers, policymakers, government staff, students, and creative minds who share an interest in making Toronto more responsive, prosperous, sustainable and equitable, through tech and design. Anyone is welcome to sign up – coders are welcome, but you don't have to be a coder to contribute!  AGENDA 8:30     Registration & Light Refreshments 9:00     Opening Presentation & Challenge Pitches 10:00   Hacking Time 12:30   Lunch 1:30     Hacking Time 3:30     Challenge Presentations & Closing Remarks 5:00     Evening Reception (Location TBD) 8:30     Wrap-Up CHALLENGES Website SPONSORS FAQs What can I bring into the event? Your laptop & charger (anything to help you tackle the challenge!). Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Printed or mobile tickets are both acceptable. What was CodeAcross Toronto 2017 like? Check out photos and tweets from the event here! When is the last day to register? Friday March 2nd, 6pm. More Questions? Contact us at: codeacross@civictech.ca This event has a Code of Conduct and Anti-harassment Policy.  
    Blockchain: The Basics for Faculty Researchers and Students
    02 Mar - 08:00 AM
    Buffalo, United States
    There is more to Blockchain than Bitcoin.  Join us on March 2nd to find out what Blockchain is, how it works, and what it can do for you as a student or researcher at UB. UB Blockchain expert Bina Ramamurthy will provide a brief overview of UB's Blockchain initiatives and potential for applications at UB.  We then will welcome via WebEx, the Blockchain Training Alliance, a global leader in instructor-led Blockchain training and certification for a three-hour session on Blockchain.    Agenda: 8am-9am - Blockchain at UB - Bina Ramamurthy, PhD, Research Associate Professor, Computer Science and Engineering at UB 9am - Noon - Blockchain Training Alliance presentation: 1.What is Blockchain? (What exactly is it?) 2.Non-Technical Technology Overview (How does it work?) 3.Benefits of Blockchain (Why should anyone consider this?) 4.Use Cases (Where and for what apps is it appropriate?) 5.Adoption (Who is using it and for what?) 6.Implementation (How do I get started?) 7.Costs (What does it cost to use this technology?) 8.Future of Blockchain (What is its future?) RSVP Required.  Also, SAVE THE DATE!  ETHBUFFALO BLOCKCHAIN HACKATHON APRIL 13-15 AT JSMBS.  
      VEERUM + DCSIL Hackathon
      23 Feb - 05:00 PM
      Toronto, Canada
      Developers in the Toronto area and beyond! Are you an AI enthusiast? If you're interested in a full-time position in AI development, then you're invited to sign up for the VEERUM + DCSIL Hackathon. This event is sponsored by industrial IoT company VEERUM and the University of Toronto's DCSIL startup incubator and accelerator. You'll be challenged to showcase your dev skills as one of the top 10 selected applicants. If you're the best of the best, then you have the chance to become an AI developer at VEERUM.
      2018 IEEE Hardware Hackathon
      17 Feb - 12:00 PM
      Toronto, Canada
      Congratulations on your acceptance to the Hardware Hackathon! You can confirm your registration via this eventbrite.  Event Date: February 17 - 18, 2018 Event Start Time: 12:00PM on February 17th
        Platterz Hackathon
        16 Feb - 05:00 PM
        Toronto, Canada
        Hungry for hacking? From on-demand delivery services, to predictive technology, food tech is changing the way we eat. On February 16th, join Platterz for 24 hours as we get together to remix the food industry and find innovative solutions towards improving food-related tech. Come meet other food- and tech-lovers, bring an idea to life, eat a bunch of pizza, and have a lot of fun! The details: Your hack should be related to food, and should be as creative as you like! There are prizes for hacks related to supporting health, generating leads for a particular service, and the use of a chatbot. It should be a functioning app or prototype. No cost to participate. Unlimited pizza & drinks! The prizes: Lots of awesome tech prizes, including: PS4, Xbox One, VR headset, drone, headphones, nerf gun and more. Opportunity for an internship at Platterz. Who’s invited: Any and all U of T students in teams of 1-4. All skill sets are welcome, from developers, to UX/UI designers, to marketing experts and foodies! Please make sure each team member registers individually. FAQs Do I have to be a U of T student to participate? Yes, this Hackathon is for U of T students only. Can I join if I don’t know how to code? Yes, whether you are a designer, an entrepreneur or just have a good idea, you are more than welcome to join! How many people may I have on my team? The team size is limited to 1-4 participants. Can I join without a team? Yes, you can other hack alone, or we can help you find a team. Just make sure to let us know in the registration form and we will help you find a team. How much does it cost to participate? The event is completely free! I have a dietary restriction, can you accommodate my dietary needs? Yes - just let us know your dietary restrictions by contacting us on Eventbrite before the day of the event, and we’ll accommodate you. Will the hackathon continue overnight? You’ll only have 24 hours to design and code your hack from start to finish - so whether or not you hack through the night is up to you! The event will continue through the night, but naps are totally welcome. Is there a theme or subject for this hackathon? Yes - the theme of the Hackathon is food tech. Any hacks related to this theme are welcome! We’ll also give away prizes for teams with projects that incorporate hacks for health, lead generation, or the use of a chatbot. Can I use pre-existing code? No, in the spirit of the Hackathon, you have to use fresh code. Can I use external services? Yes, you can use any services, libraries, or open source projects you’d like.
          Fishackathon Toronto - A U.S. State Dept & HackerNest Hackathon
          10 Feb - 08:00 AM
          Toronto, Canada
          Developers, designers, and other techies in the Greater Toronto Area! If you're interested in using technology to help address the problem of sustainability in fisheries, then you are invited to participate in Fishackathon Toronto. This weekend-long hackathon is organized by the U.S. State Dept & HackerNest. You'll be challenged to design and prototype an innovative, but practical digital solution to one or more of the endemic problems defined fisheries experts. Present your project to a panel of expert judges for a chance to win through to regional and global finals.
          Hacking Health Hamilton Hackthon 2018
          09 Feb - 05:00 PM
          Hamilton, Canada
          Health professionals, patients, developers, designers, entrepreneurs! Are you motivated to change the world of health! Come participate in the Hacking Health Hamilton Hackathon. This hackathon is intended to help bring IT and healthcare professionals together to conceive & design an app, a device, or other solution for patient-centric care.
          Hack the Hammer
          03 Feb - 10:00 AM
          Hamilton, Canada
          High school students in the Hamilton and Greater Toronto Area! Are you interested in learning how to code? Sign up to participate in Hack the Hammer -- a 24-hour hackathon expressly for high schoolers like you! So come and network, and collaborate with like-minded individuals to dream up an innovative idea and transform it into reality using code.
          EcoHacks
          03 Feb - 09:00 AM
          Toronto, Canada
          Young techies in the Greater Toronto Area! If you're interested in using technology to help address environmental issues, then you're invited to participate in the EcoHacks hackathon. You'll be challenged to design and prototype an innovative software solution to a given pressing environmental issue.