BlairHacks provides participants with a variety of tools, guides, and support to help them succeed during the hackathon. Use the following resources to plan, build, and debug your projects:
Tools and Platforms-
Devpost Submission – https://8-blairhacks.devpost.com (for project submission and judging)
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Code Repositories – GitHub (https://github.com)or other public version control platforms
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Collaboration Tools – Slack, Discord, or Google Drive for team communication and file sharing
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APIs and Frameworks – Free or open-source APIs and libraries may be used; check documentation for integration guidelines
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Explore free datasets for AI, machine learning, and data analysis projects:
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Web Development: Mozilla Developer Network (MDN)
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Mobile Development: Flutter, React Native
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AI / Machine Learning: TensorFlow Tutorials, PyTorch Tutorials
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Hardware Projects: Arduino Projects, Raspberry Pi Tutorials
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Mentors will be available throughout the event to help with technical questions, debugging, or workflow issues
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A dedicated help desk will be open for hardware, software, and Devpost support
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Questions can also be asked in the event Slack/Discord channels for quick responses
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Hacking Essentials – Guides on Git, APIs, and project planning will be provided at the opening ceremony
These resources are designed to help you focus on creativity and building, rather than setup and troubleshooting. Take advantage of them to make your BlairHacks project as ambitious and polished as possible.