The UF Association of Applied Computing and Engineering (AACE) at the University of Florida, a student organization dedicated to bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world engineering and computing applications.
Hardware Hack
a 24-hour collegiate hackathon focused on the intersection of hardware and software.
The UF Association of Applied Computing and Engineering (AACE) at the University of Florida, a student organization dedicated to bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world engineering and computing applications.
Mar
28
Saturday, March 28
Mar 28, 06:00 AM - Mar 29, 05:00 PM
In-person
1929 Stadium Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
Hardware Hack
About the hackathon
Hardware Hack is a 24-hour collegiate hackathon focused on the intersection of hardware and software. Participants form teams to design, build, and demo creative technical projects from embedded systems and IoT devices to robotics and custom electronics all in a single weekend sprint. It's a space for students to push boundaries, learn new skills, and bring physical ideas to life.
FAQs
What should I bring?
Starter Hardware Kit: Arduino Uno Kit (one per team; no specialized hardware will be provided)
Your laptop and charger
Any necessary cables/adapters
Your hackathon ticket (A QR code will be sent to you 24 hours before the hackathon start)
Energy, creativity, and an open mind!
Are there prizes?
Yes! Prizes will be awarded to the top teams based on creativity, functionality, interdisciplinary collaboration, and presentation quality.
Project & Submission Requirements
What to Create – A new AI demo project with cross-disciplinary team representation.
Functionality – Project must work as shown in the video/description.
New Work – All projects must be built during the hackathon.
Third-Party Tools – You may use APIs/SDKs if authorized, and must show proof in your video.
HIPAA Compliance – Do not use or collect protected health information (PHI).
Testing – Provide access to your code and all files needed for judges to test your project.
Repository – Export and host code on GitHub (public).