over 2 years ago
And the winner is...
First of all, let us congratulate all of the HERE Map Data Hackathon participants for contributing in such innovative and meaningful ways. The participation is truly inspiring and we see so much potential in the great submissions put forth and are confident in the positive impact they will have on society by utilizing HERE location services and data layers to help people, communities, and businesses.
We also would like to congratulate the winners, who will receive an email with the next steps in the coming days so keep an eye out. You can check out the submission gallery to see…
over 2 years ago
Final call: Submissions close December 7th at 5PM EDT
Just a final shout-out these are the last few days to work on your project and submit to the HERE Map Data Hackathon.
Final checklist:
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Does your submission adhere to the hackathon theme and help people, local communities, and businesses to overcome challenges?
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Are you submitting an application that uses HERE Data Layers or HERE Location Services?
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Have you included a link to a publicly accessible GitHub repository and any required deployment files and instructions needed for testing the project?
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Have you created a submission video? Does your video clearly demonstrate the functionality of the application?(See these video-making…
over 2 years ago
One week to go: Submit early!
There’s only a little over one week left to enter your submission to the The HERE Map Data Hackathon. Don’t wait until the last minute - submissions are due December 7 before 5pm EDT. (Find out what time that is in your city)
Questions
Do you have questions to help get your project wrapped up? Join the Slack channel #here-map-data-hackathon
Start your submission now
Starting a submission is a good way to make sure that your project meets the requirements. There’s nothing worse than getting to the deadline, only to realize that you’re missing a…
over 2 years ago
Good news: We’re extending the deadline for submissions!
Happy Friday, devs!
We’ve heard your concerns and appreciate all your feedback. Despite being 100% virtual, we understand that our communities face change on an almost daily basis; new lockdown protocols, and other personal circumstances. In lieu of possible extended holiday travel and timing, we’re happy to announce that we’re pushing the deadline out!
Submissions are now due December 7th before 5:00pm EDT. (Find out what time that is in your city).
We can’t wait to see what you create!
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum…
over 2 years ago
Join Our Office Hours as the Deadline Approaches
There’s only a little over one week left to enter your submission to the The HERE Map Data Hackathon. Don’t wait until the last minute - submissions are due December 1 before 5pm EDT. (Find out what time that is in your city)
Office Hours
Do you have questions to help get your project wrapped up? Join the Slack channel #here-map-data-hackathon for office hours during the following dates and times:
Nov 24: 1pm – 2pm EDT (10am - 11am PDT, 7pm - 8pm CET)
Nov 25: 10am - 11am CET (4am - 5am EDT, 1am -…
over 2 years ago
Two weeks to go – submit early!
There are two weeks left to enter your submission to the The HERE Map Data Hackathon. Submissions are due December 1 before 5pm EDT. (Find out what time that is in your city)
If you haven't started a submission yet, please do so now. (We’ll walk you through our submission form process if you need help.) And if you've just recently joined the challenge, explore the Slack Channel, the Resources page and your “to-do” list for more info to help you get started.
Submission checklist
Run through this list before you sit…
over 2 years ago
Three weeks to go + tip from a hackathon winner
There are three weeks remaining in the The HERE Map Data Hackathon. Submissions are due December 1 before 5pm EST. (Find out what time that is in your city)
Bonus tip from a hackathon winner
Ed Arenberg has participated (and won) in numerous hackathons, including taking home a prize in the DeveloperWeek 2020 Hackathon for his project, Tour Guide. Below are a few tips he wanted to share with his fellow devs to help you make a winning submission:
#1 - Find a solution to a problem, and then work backwards
Once you've identified your solution,…
over 2 years ago
Keep up the good work
Thank you for participating in the HERE Map Data Hackathon.
We are very excited to have you onboard and help you use location technology to solve the challenges related to the coronavirus pandemic
Together with your brilliant ideas and skills coupled with our location data, we are confident that we can make a difference in this world by helping people, communities and businesses.
Happy hacking!
Questions?
If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
over 2 years ago
Did you know?! Fun Hack Fact Friday Tips from a fellow dev team
Did you know?!
The QuikRelief team was the winner of the Best Disaster Preparedness & Relief Solutions using DocuSign in the DeveloperWeek 2020 Hackathon. The team consisting of Tyler Barkey, Chi Huynh, and Indya Dodson wanted to share their following tips they learned from using the HERE API and their hackathon participation:
“When we created QuikRelief, we really had no idea how relevant it would be in the age of COVID-19. Our app allowed users to visualize a disaster/outbreak and the need for different kinds of aid in those areas (using the same HERE maps technology…
over 2 years ago
Collaboration, Resources + More To Help You Build
Whether or not you have started building your solution for the The HERE Map Data Hackathon, the Slack Channel is the perfect place to connect with other developers!
Not only can you bounce ideas off each other and ask other developers for technical help, but you can also use the Community Chat to ask the HERE and Devpost teams questions!
Teaming up
Looking for a challenge team? The Slack Channel can also help you connect with potential teammates. You can also use the challenge Participants Page to search for other developers looking to team up, check out their skills…