In such a competitive market, an AI hackathon is an exciting and invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and learn about the latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI). It can open up new opportunities and help participants stay ahead of the curve in this ever-evolving field. Over the past few years, more and more AI hackathons have been popping up around the world, giving aspiring developers and entrepreneurs a great chance to hone their skills, network with industry experts, get hands-on experience building projects, and win prizes. But first up, what is AI? What is artif ..read more

There is no doubt that LinkedIn is one of the most popular social media platforms out there. It has over 500 million users, and it’s a great way to network and find new job opportunities especially if you just joined a hackathon. However, if you want to stand out and get the most out of LinkedIn, you need to optimize your profile. Why add a #HackTheHub Hackathon to LinkedIn? Increased Visibility: Adding hackathons to your LinkedIn can help increase your visibility among potential potential employers. This is especially useful if you are looking to transition into a new field or are actively se ..read more

Hackathons are events where software developers, UI/UX designers, and others work together to create a functioning solution within a set amount of time. It is important to note that the goal of a hackathon is not a finished solution but rather a working one.  Considered indispensable to the event, mentors serve as advisers and coaches for participants. They can help teams to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Often they share their expertise and offer clarity when teams feel stuck and running out of ideas.   Here are a few tips on how to be a mentor efficiently: 1: Res ..read more

We spoke with one of the team members who decided to attend the Slice Spring Hackathon and what she had to say about her experience about the event. Five months ago, Jillian Keenan (with two team members, Craig and Sean) joined HackTheHub and Slice Hackathon event in Belfast. Jillian’s main goal in attending was to meet new people and build something fun on a weekend while learning. Not an ideal weekend plan for some but for her, it’s one of the exciting events that she was looking forward to. She believed it was the perfect way to get creative and test out an idea that she usually wouldn’t ge ..read more

UK & Ireland’s No.1 Hackathon #HackTheHub is back in Belfast in October 2022 #HackTheHub Autumn Hackathon Press Release – Wed 5 October 2022 The UK and Ireland’s no.1 Hackathon is back in Belfast and ready to host some of the greatest minds working in Northern Ireland’s thriving Fintech industry. #HackTheHub Autumn Hackathon is being held in response to the Money 20/20 conference, which is described as the “heartbeat of Fintech”, to address issues in the FinTech sector. The conference has become the inspiration behind the challenges set for this year’s hackathon exploring topics such as tr ..read more

If you love watching the latest movies and shows, especially during the pandemic, then this case study by Paul Larkin and his team is for you. For some viewers, these elements serve to drive the storyline, enriching the overall experience and helping you experience certain characters through a new lens. For others, these mature themes can be upsetting and triggering. In today’s world, there’s no reason why a modern audience shouldn’t be able to quickly identify whether or not a movie is for them before they watch it. This is what Paul Larkin and his team were trying to solve during one of the ..read more

There’s no doubt that LinkedIn is one of the most popular social media platforms out there. It has over 500 million users, and it’s a great way to network and find new job opportunities especially if you just joined a hackathon. However, if you want to stand out and get the most out of LinkedIn, you need to optimize your profile. The Benefits of Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile? There are a number of benefits to optimizing your LinkedIn profile. These benefits include: – Increased Job Opportunities: you’ll increase the chances that you’ll be seen by potential employers and stand out from the c ..read more

Welcome to our hackathon survival guide! In this post, we’re going to share with you some tips that will help you have a great time at your next hackathon, whether you’re a first-time attendee or a seasoned veteran. What is a Hackathon? A hackathon is a digital or tech event in which hackers, developers, and programmers work together to create new software or application. Hackers come from all walks of life and from all over the world. In a hackathon, they come together to build something new. What you need to know before a hackathon starts is what to bring with you, what type of environment t ..read more

It is now more important than ever to identify and close skill gaps in the workplace, as this will ensure that employees are able to carry out their day-to-day tasks effectively and that organisations can maximise their potential. What is a Skill Gap? Skills gaps are a term used in the workplace that refers to any gap between what employees know and what is needed to do their jobs effectively. Skill gaps can be identified through surveys, interviews, and observations of workers in the field. They can also be identified through analysis of job postings and employee files. Once a skill gap has ..read more

Hackathons are an amazing way to get your creative juices flowing and provide you and your team with valuable experience and skills. However, it’s important to give participants a fair chance at winning. Here are a few tips to help you achieve that: 1. Set clear goals and expectations from the start. When organizing a hackathon, it’s important to set clear goals and expectations from the start. This will help participants know exactly what they need to do to have a chance of winning. Additionally, ensure there is enough opportunity for participants to try out the hackathon before the start to ..read more