Join the future of AI innovation! Check if you meet our requirements and discover how to participate in the Second SmallAI Hackathon, organized by the Bluffdale Utah ACM Chapter.
Eligible Participants
🎓 Undergraduate Students
All years and disciplines from universities worldwide. Whether you're studying computer science, engineering, business, or any other field - your perspective is valuable!
🎯 Graduate Students
Students pursuing master's degrees in AI, computer science, engineering, technology, data science, or related fields with a passion for intelligent systems.
🔬 Ph.D. Researchers
Doctoral students working on artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, computational intelligence, or AI applications in various domains.
💼 Young Professionals
Early-career professionals with less than 3 years of experience in AI, technology, software development, data science, or related technical fields.
Team Formation
Team Size
Participants can register as individuals or form teams of 2-4 members for collaborative innovation
Interdisciplinary
Teams are encouraged to combine AI expertise with design, business, and domain knowledge
Team Leader
Each team must designate one leader responsible for registration and communication
Technical Skills
At least one team member should have technical skills in AI, ML, or software development
Project Requirements
- Solutions must be original and innovative, addressing at least one of the Second SmallAI Hackathon challenge areas with a clear AI component
- Projects should demonstrate real-world impact, technical feasibility, and potential for scalability using AI technologies
- Submissions must incorporate artificial intelligence, machine learning, or intelligent systems as a core enabler for the solution
- Teams are encouraged to consider practical applications and real-world deployment scenarios for their AI solutions
- All presentations should be well-organized and properly documented for evaluation
Participation Rules
- Participants must comply with ethical AI development practices and responsible innovation guidelines throughout the event
- Plagiarism, use of pre-existing projects, or violation of AI ethics guidelines will result in immediate disqualification
- At least one team member must be available for virtual or in-person final presentations and demo sessions
- Teams must respect data privacy, security guidelines, and responsible AI principles in their solutions
Questions about Eligibility?
Need clarification on requirements or have specific questions about your eligibility? Our organizing team at the Bluffdale Utah ACM Chapter is here to help you get started on your AI innovation journey!
📧 smallai@bluffdale.acm.org