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Hackathons are one of the most effective ways to get developers introduced to your product. So how do sponsors get the most out of these fast-paced and intensive events? In this field guide, we’ll show you how to prepare, execute and follow up on hackathons, letting you get the most value for money.
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Hackathons are one of the most effective ways to get developers introduced to your product. So how do sponsors get the most out of these fast-paced and intensive events? In this field guide, we’ll show you how to prepare, execute and follow up on hackathons, letting you get the most value for money.
The Hackathon Field Guide will eliminate your pain points and introduce you to the best practices and pitfalls of being involved in hackathons. Mike Elsmore, Developer Advocate for IBM, will introduce you to the years of wisdom he’s gathered attending over 50 hackathons, organising 5 of his own, and most recently mentoring young hackers himself. At the end you will have learned what material you need, how much presence is appropriate for a given event size, and what prizes give you the best hacker engagement.