List of hackathons in Canterbury, United Kingdom in 2018

After the amazing social cohesion hackathon that took place last year, Digilab and lbbd, in partnership with London Sport, are running an event to solve the challenge of unused and empty spaces in Barking and Dagenham. We’ve seen the countless signs for ‘No Ball Games’ on grass and streets that prevent people from interacting outside in areas around their homes, schools and businesses. What if there was a solution to open up these green and grey spaces for social sport, play and interactivity in the community? This is the theme of the YES BALL GAMES hackathon 2018. It’s time to take back the streets of Barking & Dagenham – can you help us solve this challenge? If you are a local resident or business, digital innovator or coder, then please sign up to our event and make change happen! And win £250 towards your idea / prototype and support from mentors and the SportTech ecosystem. Venue: Digilab, Barking Learning Centre, 2 Town Square, Barking, IG11 7NB

Held at the prestigious King’s College London, this two-day Zero Knowledge Proof developer workshop & hackathon is hosted and delivered by extropy.io and workonblockchain.com, with support from Zcash Company & PegaSys. Big thank you to Zcash Foundation and Kings College London for kindly sponsoring this event. Extropy is a blockchain development company based in the UK (Oxford) focusing on Distributed Application Development, Smart Contract Auditing, Education and Research. Check out their website on www.extropy.io Work on Blockchain is a global recruitment platform for technical professionals aimed at the blockchain and DLT space. The platform launched on September 2018 and now have over 100+ vetted candidates looking for work and the number of active candidates is increasing daily, most with strong commercial blockchain experience. The platform is a valuable hiring tool to companies in search for technical experts in a “short supply and high demand market” having attracted the attention of smart blockchain developers, software engineers, researchers, architects, data scientists and CTO’s from across the world. Check out their website on www.workonblockchain.com Intro With the commercial blockchain knowledge and expertise from Extropy, game theory and cryptography (e.g., zk proofs) knowledge from Oana Ciobotaru, Applied Researcher from Pegasys (Consensys), the expertise from Daira Hopwood who is a core Engineer and Protocol Designer from Zcash Company and the extensive blockchain developer network from workonblockchain.com, this two-day event promises to be informative, educational, practical and fun. Join us and learn how to put zero knowledge proofs into practical use. This is our first Zero Knowledge Proof developer workshop in London with plans to host many more in the future. To keep the level of teaching to a high standard, we will limit the class size to 40 delegates. We require all our students to attend both days, and there will be plenty of opportunity to attend in future if this class become oversubscribed. Pre-requisite: We require all our students to attend both days. In order for our students to get the most out of this workshop, it’s vitally important for our delegates to have a strong background in software egnineering and a strong interest in blockchain technology. Although a major plus, no prior knowledge or experience with zero knowledge proof is required. What's inportant fo us is your passion to learn about ZKP and blockchain technology.  Schedule November 17th - Day One (Theory and Hands on session) 09:00 - 09:30 Breakfast09:30 - 10:00 Intro to teams and attendees10:00 - 11:30 Introduction to ZK, background and theory with Q&A11:30 - 12:30 Team pitches12:30 - 13:30 Lunch13:30 - 17:30 Hands on session, using Zokrates and Ethereum17:30 - 18:00 Further Team formation18:00. Team can start hacking from home November 18th - Day Two (Further Theory and Hack Day)09:00 - 10:00 - Breakfast10:00 - 12:00 - Writing R1CS circuits with Zcash with Q&A12:00 - 13:00 - Hackathon13:00 - 14:00 - Lunch14:00 - 17:00 - Hackathon17:00 - 18:00 - Team presentations18:00 - 18:30 - Judging and prizes. Location: King’s College London. The exact room will only be provided to delegates who are selected for the workshop. This is to help us control the number of delegates per class due to limited space. Sponsorship opportunities: We are actively looking for sponsors at our future workshops. If your company is looking for developer exposure, looking to hire awesome developers or want to help us drive the blockchain developer ecosystem, please reach out to Antonio Sabado on contact@workonblockchain.com Follow us on LinkedIn & Twitter:https://www.linkedin.com/company/extropy_214484/https://twitter.com/extropy_io https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-on-blockchain/https://twitter.com/work_blockchain Sign up to our newsletter on www.workonblockchain.com to stay up to date on all our future workshops, hackathons and events.

UCL Techsoc x MLH Porticode is a 24-hour beginner-friendly event run by the UCL Technology Society, where you'll be given all the workshops, tools, mentors and snacks you need to create new and interesting ideas.These kind of events are also known as hackathons, but don't worry! This isn't about hacking into banks or shops, but rather about creating something you think is interesting, life changing, or just plain ridiculous.What can you make? As long as you can build it with the tech that we have available (as well as any you want to bring), and you can do it in one day, then it's fair game. Your project could be useful for the real world or it can have no use at all!Once the 24 hours are over, you'll be given the opportunity to show off what you've done in a 'science fair' style setting, and also the chance to demonstrate your creation in front of other attendees.During the weekend, we'll also be holding mini-events and games, to give you a break from your projects. Website : www.porticode.org

Hackers in the UK! If you're passionate about the option for the UK to remain and lead in the EU, then you're invited to participate in the Tech For UK Hackathon. You'll get to collaborate with like-minded people to create tech products to lobby for a ‘People’s Vote’ on Brexit.

The Future of Mobility Hackathon The Future of Mobility Hackathon is an innovation-focused event where participants will work collaboratively in small teams with diverse skillsets and experience to reimagine the world of transport. With the rapidly increasing demand for smart, convenient and green transportation, alongside with the rise of new technologies, creating more connected world, the challenge of the mobility presents an exciting opportunity to envision a better future for all inhabitants of this planet. Join us in London on 16th November and put your brain cells, skills and experiences to work during this one-day event full of fun and learning. Everyone can make a difference! Oh and did we mention that there are prizes for the winning teams? That’s right, there is a prize pool of 2000 GBP awaiting to be shared amongst the dreamers and doers! Applications are open until midnight on Tuesday, 13th November 2018, and spots are limited! In case of huge demand for the tickets, we reserve the right to select the participants based on the fit to the challenge in accordance to the answers provided through the registration form. So what are you waiting for? Register today and make a step towards a better mobility and a better world! Before registering, please read the FAQ section below.     FAQ DO I HAVE TO BE PROGRAMER OR DESIGNER TO TAKE PART? No! We welcome everyone to apply to this hackathon, regardless of their skills and experience. The event is not a typical coding hackathon, but is rather oriented towards solving a business challenge.  WHEN DOES THE EVENT RUN? Registrations open at 8:00AM and the event starts at 9:00AM sharp and includes working lunch WHO CAN APPLY? Ambitious, career-oriented and creative young individuals (18+) that are currently enrolled in full- or part-time study program at any university or starting a new career. Undergraduate and post-graduate, as well as executive MBA students, subject matter experts, academics, entrapreneurs are also welcome to attend this event. IS THERE A SELECTION PROCESS? Yes, we'd like to create cross-functional diverse teams to compete in the hackathon, which is why we will be selecting the participants and letting you know as soon as the applications are reviewed.  DO I NEED A TEAM TO REGISTER? No. We are looking for individual participants who will be later placed in inter-disciplinary teams (4-6 members) to solve the challenge during the event. But make sure to invite your friends and colleagues to join as well. There will be plenty of networking and socialising opportunities. IS THERE A FEE TO PAY? Yes, there is 10GBP fee per person to participate. The fee is set to help us ensure the participants who register also attend the event. Food, drinks and awards will be provided, as well as inspiring venue with magnificent view to river Thames. ARE THERE PRIZES? Yes! A collection of pretty amazing prizes is waiting for the winning teams! 2000 GBP pool of prizes for the two winning teams. All participants will receive a certificate of participation. WHAT WILL I EAT? We’ll provide food, drinks, snacks and a lot of coffee leaving you to concentrate on your project. IS THIS AN OVER-NIGHT EVENT? No. The event will run from 8am to 6pm on Friday. WHERE IS THE VENUE? Crown Plaza hotel is a 4-star hotel on the South Bank of the River Thames with panoramic river views. Address Crowne Plaza London Battersea Bridges Wharf Battersea London SW11 3BE WHEN DO APPLICATIONS CLOSE & WHEN WILL I FIND OUT IF I AM SELECTED? Applications are now open and will close on Tuesday 13 November 2018 at midnight. Applicants will be notified on first register- first notified basis the latest on 14 November 2018 but generally at least a week earlier. WHAT SHOULD I BRING? Laptop/mobile device with internet connectivity. This is an interactive session, so bring energy and positive thinking! WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? Email them over to info@lean-analytics.org and we will get back to you asap.

HR Tech start-ups in the UK! If you have innovative internal communication and employee engagement solution, then CLS invites you to register for their CLS Innovation Challenge. You'll be challenged to develop a digital app that helps CLS reinvigorate their internal employee communications, employee engagement, and everyday workplace management. Compete for a £10k cash prize and the opportunity to work with CLS to refine your product solution as a CLS innovation program.

Lean experts, practitioners, and innovation professionals! If you're planning to attend the Lean Innovation Forum London 2018, then the Lean Analytics Association (LAA) invites you to participate in the hackathon at the event.

Software engineers, developers, product support analysts, implementation consultants, interface managers, product owners, or just techies with a passion for Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR)! If you're building support for Care Connect, GP Connect, Open ID Connect, and SMART on FHIR into your software, then you're invited to participate in the Inaugural INTEROPen Hackathon. This is your chance to participate in hands-on development and testing of FHIR interoperability standards.

Hackers with a passion for how people with visual impairment navigate the London Underground! You're invited to participate in Wayfindr's Public Transport Hackathon 2.0. You'll be asked to create an innovative solution to one of two challenges -- the Operational Challenge, or the Performance Challenge -- using a special London Underground API, that interacts with Bluetooth beacons and smartphones.

NHS England, NHS Digital, and the Department of Health and Social Care have teamed up with Stemettes to bring you a really unique and exciting event where you can create your very own app! Have you ever used an app? Would you like to make one? Are you interested in technology? Come to the Stemettes Hack London @ NHS! No previous coding experience necessary. Done some coding before? Our experts will teach you how to create apps using HTML and other app building tools. Win prizes! Food and Laptops provided – just bring yourself. Stemettes Hack London @ NHS is hosted by Stemettes. Stemettes are working hard to inspire and help the next generation of females get into Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths.  Completely FREE, thanks to our wonderful sponsors NHS Digital and NHS England. Here's what happened at our last hackathon >> Sign up below.  What is a hackathon? Hackathons aren't about breaking into things! They're about bringing people together to create amazing things using computers. We think it's really sad that some people have never been to a hackathon or had proper fun with computer science, so we want to give you the opportunity to explore and play about in the creative, exciting world of technology. Who Girls aged 5 all the way up to 22. Parents/Guardians. If you're under 16, you'll need to have an adult with you. On the plus side, we'd love it if they helped out with making your game or app! Women (and Men) with a STEM background and are interested in inspiring the next generation. (see below for more details) When Saturday 10th November 10am-5:00pm Where We'll be on site at the Department of Health and Social Care. Upon arrival, report to reception to be registered and directed to the Hack. What you need to bring Yourself and any great ideas you have. If you have access to headphones, please bring them with you. We will provide everything else.  Running order 10:00 - Guests arrive. Preback forms handed out.10:30 - Welcome and ice breaker. Event introduction from Stemettes and NHS11:00 - Brief given, ‘teaches’, begin mini-projects1:30 - Lunch2:15 - Return to projects3:15 - Presentations begin4:15 - Prizes5:00 - Feedback forms handed out. End of the day. Industry people Are you interested in helping young people learn to code and discover making?  We are looking for adults who have a STEM background to help the girls learn to code in HTML, Appshed and Appinventor tools and show them the range of possible careers you can do after studying STEM subjects.  All you need to do is provide inspiration and help the girls with their projects when they get stuck.  We will provide food and reasonable transport costs to helpers.  Register as a Volunteer. Tools we will be using Appshed - online app-creation tool where anyone can design and publish mobile apps for iOS, Android and web Appinventor - visual, blocks language for building Android Apps Marvel - Pop helps you transform your pen and paper ideas into an interactive iPhone or Android prototype. Brought to you by: NHS England NHS England leads the National Health Service (NHS) in England. We set the priorities and direction of the NHS and encourage and inform the national debate to improve health and care. We want everyone to have greater control of their health and their wellbeing, and to be supported to live longer, healthier lives by high quality health and care services that are compassionate, inclusive and constantly-improving. NHS England shares out more than £100 billion in funds and holds organisations to account for spending this money effectively for patients and efficiently for the tax payer. NHS Digital NHS Digital are the national information and technology partner to the health and social care system. We're using digital technology to transform the NHS and social care. Our vision is to harness the power of information and technology to improve health and care. FAQs Are my boys able to attend too? Brothers and cousins can attend, but only if they bring a sister, female cousin or female identifying friend with them.