Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Will the Hackathon take place IRL or online?
The hackathon is a project on a given theme to be completed online over the duration of a week.
Online Hackathon start and theme announced: 18th November 2024
Online Submission deadline: 28th November 2024
Finals - Online presentation and Interview: 29th November 2024
Award Ceremony (In Person): 30th November 2024
Am I required to give a presentation for my Hackathon submission?
Only the contestants whose submissions reach the finals stage will be required to give an online presentation and be subjected to an interview about their submission.
It is recommended to prepare for a presentation whilst producing the submission.
Are there any prerequisites/knowledge/skills I should have?
Generally, more beginners and intermediate level workshops will not have any prerequisites, however, as the workshops get more advanced, many will have certain requirements that must be met before taking part such as having prior programming knowledge, or a background in computer science. Apart from knowledge of a workshop, there may be some physical prerequisites various institutes ask for from all participants in their courses, an example of which may be to have a Macbook or other Apple device. Finally, the only other prerequisite that all students must fulfill before attending CoCo workshops is downloading any software required for the courses they have signed up for. Weeks before the conference, students will be notified and given the exact procedure to ensure that they are equipped on the final day.
Are there any age restrictions on the workshops?
There are no age restrictions for any workshops! At CoCo, we believe that age does not define a student’s capability and tech-proficiency. Any and all ages are welcome to sign up for beginners, intermediate, and advanced courses!
What if I miss a workshop?
We would have loved to provide recordings of the workshops, however, due to privacy concerns, this is not possible.
Who do I contact if I have any questions?
As we have set up social channels on multiple platforms, you can reach us on our instagram @esfcoco2024
Do I need to study Computer Science in order to participate?
No! The ESF CoCo Hackathon is strictly open to all students, no matter if they take Computer Science or not. Although a basic understanding of programming is recommended, participants will not be expected to be familiar with programming languages.