List of hackathons about industry in 2017

Students in Northern Virginia! Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) invites you to sign up to participate in the 2017 Innovation Hackathon! The focus of this 36-hour event will be on secure coding -- with the goal of promoting a more secure cyberspace for organizations, companies, and just folks! Come and learn, network and collaborate with knowledgeable individuals, and gain some hands-on exposure to the world of cyber security.

This April 21st, 22nd and 23rd, Northern Virginia Community College will be hosting its very own Hackathon: 2017 Innovation Hackathon! This 36 hour period will be filled with tech talks, programming, cyber security practice, food, fun and cutting edge creation. The focus of this event will be on secure coding to advocate for a more secure cyberspace and showcase the importance of cyber security to organizations, companies, and everyone else. Do not be intimidated, there are talks and challenges for every level of skill from beginner to advanced. This is a great opportunity to gain experience and learn about the booming computer science and information technology industries. Learn from working together with knowledgeable individuals, hands-on experience, and promoting cyber security through secure coding. Please bring your own rig (laptop,desktop etc), a sleeping bag (if you plan to stay overnight) and a positive attitude! Please email novahackathon@gmail.com with any questions or concerns. With only 350 spaces and free registration, spaces will fill up fast!

Hackers in Singapore? Are you planning to participate in the Space Apps Challenge 2017? You're invited to come and attend the Space Apps Challenge 2017 - Pre-Hackathon Workshop. You'll be given an introduction to the five challenge areas of the Space Apps Challenge 2017, so you'll be prepared to explore possible projects for the Challenge itself and decide what next generation space technology solution you'll build.

Fintech hackers in and around Edinburgh! You're invited to attend the free event: Opportunities for Entrepreneurs – Blockchain, SMART Contracts, & Cyber Security! You'll get to hear panel experts explore technologies, trends, and opportunities for financial support in Scotland. You'll get some great background material to prepare you to enter the Girl Geek Scotland Hackathon.

Software developers, engineers, data scientists, designers, and industry insiders! Prepare yourself for the first Unearthed Shield-X Hardware Hackathon! Participate online, or in-person in Perth, Western Australia. You'll be challenged to design and prototype a personal safety device for use by people working near potentially dangerous autonomous equipment at a mine site. You'll get to use Industrial Design, Ergonomics, Wireless Communications, and IoT. You'll get to learn about this weekend-long hackathon, the challenges you'll face, and the prizes you can win. You'll also network with potential teammates and form your team for the hackathon. Access practical advice on Unearthed Shield-X participation on the expert hackathon tips page!

Casablancan techies and geeks! Hack & Pitch invites you to hop on board the Geeks On A Bus adventure to the International University of Casablanca. This event is designed to promote entrepreneurship and encourage the creation of new technology startups. This will be one of twelve regional Hack & Pitch Hackathons and the best projects will be selected for a pre-acceleration program. Make sure that you get ready to participate with smart hackathon advice on the tips page!

FANN Design invites you to attend the Abilities Hackathon Showcase, where participants in the Abilities Hackathon present their project work to be judged. You'll get to see innovative solutions that enable the Baltimore community to address problems faced by those with disabilities. Projects will be presented in the following four tracks: »Aging, »Wearables, »Leisure/Entertainment, and »Open Software/Hardware

Techies and geeks in and around Casablanca! Hack & Pitch invites you to sign up for Geeks On A Bus to the Faculty of Sciences Ben M'sik in Casablanca. This event is designed to promote entrepreneurship and encourage the creation of new technology startups. This will be one of twelve regional Hack & Pitch Hackathons and the best projects will be selected for a pre-acceleration program. Maximize your Hack & Pitch experience with advice from our hackathon tips page!

Young people in and around Casablanca! Hack & Pitch invites you to sign up for Geeks On A Bus to the Hassania School of Public Works in Casablanca. This event is designed to promote entrepreneurship and encourage the creation of new technology startups. This will be one of twelve regional Hack & Pitch Hackathons and the best projects will be selected for a pre-acceleration program. Advice from our hackathon tips pagecan improve your experience!

Hackers in Bahrain! Are you interested in the application of technology to create smart city solutions? The College of IT at the University of Bahrain invites you to participate in their Smart Cities Research Hackathon. You'll get to create innovative technology solutions for challenges such as efficient buildings, clean and renewable energy, health, safety and security, pollution and environmental protection, and recycling and zero waste.