Hackathons at Mobile World Congress 2012
One of our biggest tips for first time MWCers is to bring a pair of comfortable shoes. Regardless of whether you're rocking crocs with socks or gucci loafers, by Thursday you'll be ready to give your feet a rest and compete for some great prizes with some coding! There are 3 hackathons at WIPJam that you can attend, each with their own twist, so choose to your strength and win some great prizes!
Best AppUp App for Windows - sponsored by Intel
How to Win:
Create a new app, or port your existing application to Windows to be sold through the Intel AppUp center – your Application needs to be submitted to the Store but due to time constraints, validation is not required
Prizes:
1st place: 1.000,00€ Amazon Voucher
2nd place: 750,00€ Amazon Voucher
3rd place: 500,00€ Amazon Voucher
ASUS UX31E Ultrabook will be raffled amongst all individual developers talking part in the Intel AppUp category
Full Details:
Best Use of the Nokia Location Platform - sponsored by Nokia
How to Win:
Create an app or web site using the Maps API for JavaScript, Places API for JavaScript or Map Image API for HTTP in one of the following categories:
Best mobile browser implementation -- the best implementation of the APIs in a mobile web site
Best desktop mashup - the best implementation of the APIs in a mashup site made for desktop browsers
Best social and location aware web app - the best use of the APIs in a mobile web app that combines location and social aspects
Prizes:
Nokia smartphones to the top app in each category (3 total)
Everyone who enters will be entered in draw for more Nokia smartphones
Full Details:
Nokia Location Platform Hackathon
OpenSense Android APIs - sponsored by HTC
How to Win:
Full details and instructions on this hack will be disclosed at HTC's technical presentation at 9:30 during WIPJam on March 1, 2012. However, for Android hackers, this is one hack you won't want to miss!
Prizes:
Devices, devices, devices!