BP-Imperial Hackathon 2017

Theme:

Voice Activated Technology

Description:

More than 20% of Google searches on mobile devices are now conducted by voice. Voice activated technology, such as Amazon’s Alexa and Google Home, is fast-becoming mainstream. This increasingly acceptance – and reliance – on voice activated technology opens up a world of exciting opportunities. Can we drive a car using only our voice? Will our cars be able to tell from our tone of speech when we’re getting sleepy, and should pull over? Can we ask our cars to warn when an oil change is needed and recommend a local garage? Will mention of a family trip tomorrow over the dinner table result in our cars automatically receiving an itinerary of suggested fuel stops en route?

The BP-Imperial Hackathon, is an open hackathon, and will explore the potential ways BP can use voice activated technology to connect with their customers. Approximately ten multidisciplinary teams with brainstorm, innovate, prototype and develop ways for BP to use voice-activated technology.

Free workshops for participants:

Amazon, Zubie, Olyslager, and BP on 14th June 2017, 2 - 6 pm.
In this workshops and team consultation session, you get the opportunity to learn more about the technology, and also discuss your ideas. You can also get help on how to use the APIs and technology from the experts.

Equipment to be hacked:

Our sponsors have kindly provided equipment which will be available to take apart and innovate. Amazon Dots, Raspberry Pi, and others electronic kits upon request!

Key Dates:

9th June 2017, 6 pm (Required to attend):  Kick-off event, and team forming.
14th June 2017, 2 - 6 pm : Special Hackathon Workshop.
17th - 18th June 2017 (Required to attend):  Hackathon weekend!

Prizes:

Up to £5000.00 to be won!

Type of hackathon - Open Hackathon:

The BP-Imperial Hackathon is an ‘Open Hackathon’, that's great for you as your IP is yours but it does mean that some ground rules are required. Please, therefore, do not discuss or present any ideas you are not comfortable with BP or other participants having knowledge of. Although participants will own the IP of anything developed during the Hackathon, BP does have the right to use and continue to develop any ideas presented. You should not discuss or present any Imperial IP (including know-how) or confidential information that you may have access to through your research groups or from your supervisors, including information that is not in the public domain.

A general rule of thumb is please don’t reveal anything you wouldn’t reveal at a conference – and ask the ICAH team if you are unsure!

-----  Disclaimer  -----

By registering for, or attending, this event, you are agreeing to the following:
1. Attendance of hackathon weekends 17-18th June 2017 are required.
2. Photographs and video will be taken at the event and may appear in our printed publications and/or on our website. Third Party Media may also be invited to take photographs of the activities. No name or personal details will be published alongside any pictures unless specific permission has been requested and granted from these parties.
3. Adhere to the following ground rules:
 - I will respect all other participants on the programme.
 - I will not talk over speakers.
 - I will try my utmost to attend all sessions.
 - I will help create a supportive environment.
 - I will keep my mobile phone on silent during presentations.
 - I will ensure I am timely in my attendance to presentations.
 - I will try to get to know my fellow participants.
 - I will provide constructive and positive feedback to my fellow participants.

-----  FAQs  -----

When will know if we have been selected?

2nd June 2017, 12 pm.

What to do if I don't have a team?

You can sign up as an individual and we will help you to form a team.

What to do if we already have a team?

If you already have a team, you can sign up as a team, just make sure you have the same team name when signing up (You can change the team name afterwards).

Is there a recommended team size?

We found a team of 4 - 6 people work best.

Can we stay overnight in the venue during the hackathon?

Sorry, due to health and safety requirement, everyone has to leave the building by 10 pm.

What can I bring into the event?

Please feel free to bring your computer, tools, and additional electronics components.

 How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Yes, please feel free to contact icah@imperial.ac.uk.

 Can I update my registration information?

Yes, please do so by contacting icah@imperial.ac.uk

 Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

To ensure fairness to other participants, tickets for selected candidates are not transferable. New signup will have to pass through the selection process.