BuildFest HQ

July 22-26, 2024 // ONLINE

The GenAI.works Hackathon

Join the brightest minds in tech for a 5-day virtual hackathon focused on pushing the boundaries of what's possible with Generative AI. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this is your chance to build, learn, and innovate.

Participation Tiers

Choose the plan that fits your goals.

Explorer
For everyone

Free

  • Access to all workshops
  • Team formation channels
  • Compete for main prizes
  • Certificate of participation
Builder Pro
For the ambitious

$29

  • All Explorer benefits
  • Exclusive mentorship sessions
  • AI-powered resume review
  • Eligible for special prizes
Team Pass
For teams up to 4

$99

  • 4 Builder Pro passes
  • Dedicated team mentor
  • Project showcase opportunity
  • Priority support

What Will You Build?

Choose a track to focus your project on. Each track has specific prizes, but all projects compete for the grand prize. Let your creativity run wild!

AI Agents & Chat

Build intelligent assistants and conversational AI.

AI for Social Good

Create solutions for pressing global challenges.

AI in Media & Art

Explore the intersection of creativity and AI.

AI in Gaming

Innovate in game development with AI.

Over $10,000 in Prizes

Compete for cash prizes, cloud credits, and exclusive hardware.

Hackathon Schedule

Follow the journey from kickoff to closing ceremony.

July 8

Registration & Team Formation

Sign up, join our Discord, and start forming your team. Get ready to build!

July 22

Opening Ceremony & Hackathon Kick-off

The hackathon officially begins! Tune in for the opening ceremony and theme announcement.

July 22-25

Hacking, Workshops & Mentorship

Attend workshops, get guidance from mentors, and bring your project to life.

July 26

Project Submission Deadline & Judging

Submit your final project. Our judges will start their review process.

July 28

Closing Ceremony & Winners Announcement

Join us as we announce the winners and celebrate everyone's hard work.

Judges & Mentors

Learn from the best. Our judges are industry leaders and innovators.

Sarah DrasnerS

Sarah Drasner

Director of Eng, Google

Guillermo RauchG

Guillermo Rauch

CEO, Vercel

Cassidy WilliamsC

Cassidy Williams

CTO, Contenda

Liran TalL

Liran Tal

Director of Dev Advocacy, Snyk

Tejas KumarT

Tejas Kumar

Director of DevRel, Vercel

Debbie O'BrienD

Debbie O'Brien

Head of Learning, Microsoft

Jason LengstorfJ

Jason Lengstorf

Host, Learn With Jason

Kent C. DoddsK

Kent C. Dodds

Co-Founder, Epic Web

Frequently Asked Questions