2nd SmallAI Hackathon

Celebrating the brilliant minds who guide innovation in AI optimization, edge computing, and ultra-efficient machine learning at the 2nd SmallAI Hackathon, organized by the Bluffdale Utah ACM Chapter.

To acknowledge the expertise and dedication of our distinguished judges, the following awards will be presented to recognize their invaluable contributions to the 2nd SmallAI Hackathon - where innovation meets efficiency in the quest for the most optimized AI solutions.

Our judges bring decades of experience in machine learning optimization, edge computing, model compression, and AI infrastructure, ensuring that only the most innovative and practical solutions are recognized and celebrated.

Excellence in AI Innovation

Recognizing judges who demonstrate exceptional expertise in evaluating next-generation AI solutions

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Best Judge for Model Compression Innovation

Recognizing the judge who identifies the most innovative and effective approaches to neural network compression, quantization, and pruning techniques that achieve maximum efficiency with minimal performance loss.

Best Judge for Edge AI Solutions

Honoring the judge who excels in recognizing cutting-edge solutions for deploying AI models on resource-constrained devices, mobile platforms, and IoT systems with optimal performance.

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Best Evaluator for Technical Innovation

Awarded to the judge who demonstrates exceptional technical expertise in assessing novel algorithms, architectures, and optimization techniques that push the boundaries of AI efficiency.

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Best Judge for Real-World Applications

Awarded to the judge who identifies the most practical and impactful AI solutions that address real-world challenges while maintaining ultra-small model footprints and lightning-fast inference speeds.

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Best Judge for Performance Optimization

Honoring the judge who excels in evaluating solutions that achieve remarkable performance improvements through innovative optimization strategies, hardware acceleration, and efficient inference techniques.

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Best Judge for Scalable AI Architecture

Awarded to the judge who demonstrates expertise in identifying AI solutions that can scale efficiently across different platforms, from tiny microcontrollers to cloud infrastructure, while maintaining optimal resource utilization.

Award Ceremony

April 21, 2026

The Judges Recognition Awards will be presented during the closing ceremony of the 2nd SmallAI Hackathon. Join us as we celebrate the brilliant minds who are shaping the future of efficient AI and recognize their invaluable contributions to advancing the field of AI optimization and edge computing.