Bincom Dev Hackathon

Bincom Hackathon September 2025

Hacking genAI

Building the Next Big Thing with generative AI in 24 Hours or Less.

About this Hackathon

More than 400+ Global participants will be contributing. No one is expected to work alone as individuals will work in groups with others. Do note that inviting your friends will help as well.

Join a team to build the next big thing with generative AI in 24 hours or Less

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Unleash your creativity at the Bincom Hackathon in a thrilling 24-hour session where brilliant minds collide to build digital solutions. Collaborate with fellow visionaries, developers, and designers to transform groundbreaking ideas into real-world solutions. You can get involved as a participant, a community judge or simply as an observer.

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Virtual:

With Physical Kick-off events at:

Ikorodu, Lagos

Zawaciki, Kano

Osogbo, Osun

Ikeja , Lagos

Ilorin, Kwara

Ikoyi, Lagos

Okota, Lagos

Ikota, Lagos

Ejigbo, Lagos

Oshodi, Lagos

Ayobo, Lagos

Nottingham, UK

Tblisi, Georgia

Kampala, Uganda

Attending a Physical Kick-off event ? Please ensure you register for the physical event (separately) in addition to registering for the Bincom Hackathon. Click the link to go to the kick-off event listing you are attending.

Date:

The hackathon will start with the kick off event on Friday, September 19th, 2025 at 6 PM (WAT). Can't wait to see you there!

Hackathon Timeline

Hacking genAI - Kick Off Events - 19th September 2025 (6pm WAT)

Team Registration Virtual Check-In Event - 20th September 2025 ( 11am - 12 noon WAT)

Team Registration Deadline - 20th September 2025 (12 noon WAT)

All Teams must ensure they complete the registration form by 12 noon WAT at https://bincom.net/bincomhackathon_teamregistration

Product Submission Virtual Check-In Event - 20th September 2025 (6pm - 7pm WAT)

Product Submission Deadline - 20th September 2025 ( 7pm WAT)

All Products developed during the Hackathon must be submitted by 7pm WAT at https://bincom.net/bincomhackathon_productsubmission

Community Judges - Feedback Submission 20th September 2025 - 22nd September (7pm WAT)

All Community Judges must submit their feedback on or before 7pm WAT on 22nd September 2025. Community Judges will be contacted privately with instruction on how to assess Hackathon submissions.

Public Voting/Feedback - 23rd September 2025 - 25th September 2025

Public Voting/Feedback will happen at https://www.linkedin.com/company/bincomdevcenter/

Team Presentation to Internal Judges (Optional) - 25th September 2025 (5pm WAT)

The top 5 teams will be given the opportunity to present and demo their innovation to internal judges

Hackathon Winner 🏆 Announcement: - 26th September 2025

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is a Hackathon?

Hackathon

A hackathon is a collaborative event where participants work in teams to create innovative solutions, typically in the form of software, within a limited time frame.

Who can participate in the Bincom Hackathon?

Participants

Bincom Hackathon is open to individuals with diverse backgrounds, including students, professionals, and enthusiasts in fields like software development, design, data science, and business. Participants should have a passion for learning and be eager to collaborate on creating innovative solutions.

How do I register for the hackathon?

How to Register

You can register for the hackathon through our online registration portal. Please fill out the required information and submit the form on this page. You will receive a confirmation email upon successful registration.

Is there a registration fee for the hackathon?

Is there a fee?

No, there is no registration fee for the costs of organizing the event.

How are teams formed?

Formation of Teams

Teams can be formed prior to the event or during the team formation session at the beginning of the hackathon. Each team should have 2-5 members, and we encourage a mix of skills and expertise for optimal collaboration.

Can I submit a project I have already been working on?

Submission of Already in Progress Project

All projects must be started and completed during the hackathon. Pre-existing projects or code will not be accepted. However, you are welcome to use your previous experiences and ideas as inspiration for your hackathon project.

What are the judging criteria?

Judging Criteria

Projects will be judged based on their innovation, technical complexity, design, impact, and presentation. The exact criteria and weightage will be announced during the kick-off events.
Judging process will involve Community Judges. Community Judges will select the top 5 solutions, upon public review done on our LinkedIn handle, short list to the top (3) product solution and lastly, a group of top internal professionals will review leading to the announcement of the winner.

What are the prizes for the winning teams?

Prize for Winners

Prizes for the hackathon winning team, alongside other available opportunities are shared via email campaigns. The details of the selected team will be announced across all our social media channels.

How can I stay updated on the event?

Staying Updated

Real time communication during the Hackathon will happen on Bincom Tech Network. You can also Follow "Bincom Dev Center" on social media channels for updates and announcements.

How many virtual check-ins are available?

Virtual Check-ins

Participants are open to two check-in sessions on the same day.

The first check-in starting by 11:00 Am (WAT) on October 19th (Saturday). On this note, participants must ensure that their teams have been formed and registered before 12:00 Pm (WAT) on October 19th.

Furthermore, the second check-in is by 6pm (WAT), specifically for the product submission with a deadline by 7:00 Pm (WAT) on same day.

Is there a code of conduct for the hackathon?

Code of Conduct

Yes, all participants must adhere to the hackathon's code of conduct, which emphasizes mutual respect, inclusivity, and collaboration. Violation of the code of conduct may result in disqualification and removal from the event.