DeVQueens

Event Description

DevQueens Hackathon is an initiative designed to empower and encourage women developers to build innovative technology solutions. This hackathon provides a collaborative environment where participants can learn, build, and showcase their skills while solving real-world problems.

Co-hosted by HackUnion, the event brings together aspiring developers, mentors, and industry professionals to create impactful projects and foster a supportive tech community.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, DevQueens Hackathon is the perfect opportunity to build, experiment, and connect.

Rules

• Women-Only Participation: This is a women-only hackathon. All participants must identify as women.

• Team Composition: All team members must be women. Mixed-gender teams will not be eligible to participate.

• Team Size: Teams can consist of 2 to 4 participants.

• Build During Hackathon: All projects must be built during the official hackathon hacking period.

• No Early or Late Development: Starting development before the hackathon begins or continuing development after the hacking period ends will lead to disqualification.

• Use of Libraries and APIs: Participants may use open-source libraries, APIs, and frameworks, but the core implementation must be developed during the hackathon.

• Original Work Required: Plagiarism, previously built projects, or copied work will result in disqualification.

• Code of Conduct: All participants must follow the event Code of Conduct and maintain a respectful and inclusive environment.
  👉 https://hackunion.in/coc

Tracks / Themes

Participants are free to build projects in any domain that creates a meaningful impact. Suggested tracks include:

• AI & Machine Learning: Build intelligent systems, AI-powered tools, chatbots, or automation platforms.

• Web & Mobile Development: Create innovative web applications, platforms, or mobile-first solutions.

• Social Impact: Develop solutions that address real-world challenges such as education, healthcare, sustainability, or community support.

• Developer Tools: Build tools, platforms, or resources that help developers improve productivity and workflow.

• Open Innovation:Any creative idea that solves a problem or improves people's lives.

Submission Requirements

To successfully submit your project, teams must provide the following:

• Project Title and Description
• GitHub Repository Link containing the source code
• Project Demo Video (2–3 minutes) explaining the idea and functionality
• Live Demo Link (if applicable)
• Presentation Slides or Documentation explaining the project

All submissions must be completed through the official hackathon submission platform before the deadline.

Judging Criteria

Projects will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Technology
• Design
• Completion
• Learning
• Originality/Functionality

Prize Pool

The DevQueens Hackathon offers a total prize pool of ₹35,000 to recognize the most innovative and impactful projects built during the event.

🥇 1st Place – ₹15,000

Certificate, winner recognition, and exclusive hackathon swag.

🥈 2nd Place – ₹10,000

Certificate and hackathon swag.

🥉 3rd Place – ₹7,000

Certificate and hackathon swag.

🎖 Best Beginner Hack – ₹3,000

Special prize for the best project built by beginner participants.

🎁 Swag & Goodies

Participants will also have the opportunity to receive exclusive swag and goodies from our community partners and sponsors.

📜 Participation Certificates

All participants who successfully submit a project will receive a digital certificate of participation.