JAMHacks 10

Best Use of Gen AI

Generative AI is rapidly changing the landscape of software development. This category challenges you to build novel applications that leverage the power of Generative AI APIs.  Think outside the box and integrate cutting-edge AI models to create innovative solutions with real-world impact.<br><br>To participate, utilize publicly available Generative AI APIs (like those from OpenAI, Anthropic, Hugging Face, Llama, IBM Watson, or Google Gemini) to develop a unique and functional application. This could include:<br><ul> <li>AI-powered creative tools: Design an app that allows users to generate unique marketing copy, translate languages in real-time, or create personalized learning experiences.<br> </li> <li>Intelligent assistants and automation: Build a chatbot that can provide insightful customer support, or a system that automates complex tasks using natural language processing.<br> </li> <li>Next-generation content creation platforms: Develop a platform that empowers users to generate high-quality images, write different kinds of creative text formats, or compose original music with AI assistance.<br> </li> </ul>This is your chance to get hands on with cutting edge tech, put your skills on display, and of course, win some awesome prizes! <br><br><br>

Best Use of MongoDB Atlas

MongoDB Atlas takes the leading modern database and makes it accessible in the cloud! Get started with a <a href="https://mlh.link/mongodb" target="_blank">$50 credit for students</a> or sign up for the <a href="https://mlh.link/mongodb-free" target="_blank">Atlas free forever tier</a> (no credit card required). Along with a suite of services and functionalities, you'll have everything you need to manage all of your data, and you can get a headstart with <a href="https://mlh.link/mongodb-university" target="_blank">free resources from MongoDB University</a>! Build a hack using MongoDB Atlas for a chance to win a M5Stack IoT Kit for you and each member of your group.<br>

Best Use of Gen AI

Best Beginner Hack

Best Hardware Hack

Best Sustainability Hack

Best Solo Hack

Best Female Hack

Best Use of ElevenLabs

Deploy natural, human-sounding audio with ElevenLabs. Create realistic, dynamic, and emotionally expressive voices for any project, from interactive AI companions to narrated stories and voice-enabled apps. ElevenLabs will empower you to build rich, immersive experiences without the need for actors or complex audio production, using simply the power of AI. <br><br>Integrate fully autonomous audio experiences into your hack with ElevenLabs and give your project a voice, along with giving your team the chance to win some wireless earbuds!<br>

Best Use of Vultr

Vultr empowers hackers to bring their high-performance projects to life instantly; providing everything from the speed of one-click deployment and scalable cloud compute, to specialized Vultr Cloud GPUs that can power AI-driven applications. We want you to push the limits of what can be built when infrastructure is no longer the bottleneck!<br><br>Sign up for a Vultr account today and claim your free cloud credits! Take your next hack to the cloud with Vultr for a chance to win some awesome portable screens for you and your team!<br>

Best Use of Solana

The world of development is evolving fast and Solana is leading the charge with a network built to handle all of your infrastructure needs. Forget high fees and slow confirmations, it’s time to build applications that are fast, efficient, and scalable. <br><br>Harness Solana's core advantages like blazing fast execution and near-zero transaction costs to make your hackathon ideas become real world projects. With Solana, the possibilities are endless.<br><ul> <li>Create a game, social app, or consumer product that relies on instant, high-frequency transactions.<br> </li> <li>Design a sophisticated trading, lending, or decentralized exchange (DEX).<br> </li> <li>Build a prototype for supply chain, identity, or payments that can handle massive, real-world volume.<br> </li> </ul>Show us how you can innovate with Solana for a chance to win some cool prizes for you and each member of your team!<br>

Best Developer Tool Hack

Best Non-GenAI Hack

Best Overall Project (1st Place)

Smart Air Fryer (x4) Hack The North Auto-Acceptance (x4) Hack The 6ix Auto-Acceptance (x4) Congrats on your win! For JAMHacks 10’s gold medalists, enjoy smart air fryers and acceptances for Canada’s largest hackathon, Hack the North!

Outstanding Project (2nd Place)

Razer DeathAdder V2 X HyperSpeed Bluetooth Optical Gaming Mouse (x4) For the runner-up team, enjoy brand-new Razer DeathAdder V2 gaming mice! Happy gaming!

Honour Mention (3rd Place)

Portable Projects with Built-In Speakers (x4) For our third-place team, you win mini portable projectors with speakers—perfect for a movie night or just to decorate your room with!

Most Entertaining Pitch

Assortment of exclusive sponsor merch (tote bags, water bottles, stickers, etc.) As a token of appreciation for not putting our judges to sleep, enjoy exclusive merch from our sponsors!