The forthcoming FCMB Hackathon, scheduled for October 27-29, has already attracted over 2,000 programmers in just one week.
The large number of participants is evidence of the program’s widespread interest among techies and of First City Monument Bank and FCMB Group’s dedication to fostering widespread innovation.
The 50-hour online Hackathon, organized in collaboration with Ingressive For Good, will use the functionality of FCMB’s application programming interfaces to further open banking efforts. It will bring together a wide range of tech enthusiasts to build proofs of concept and MVPs together for the purpose of addressing a particular problem.
The FCMB Hackathon stands out because it is able to provide a lively stage for more than two thousand software creators, engineers, students, designers, ideators, and other members of the technology industry. They will collaborate on developing sustainable solutions and projects to address pressing societal and commercial issues.
In addition to showcasing their creative ideas, contestants will put their technical chops to the test by developing digital solutions in a bid to win valuable prizes. In honour of their ground-breaking innovations, the top teams will receive cash prizes and other significant rewards.
The course is designed to encourage its participants to work together and make new relationships with one another in order to share information and expand their horizons.
The Nigerian and African IT ecosystems stand to gain in the long run from the synergies created in this environment of cooperation.
As a result, the FCMB Hackathon will act as a springboard for the next generation of digital leaders, helping them achieve widespread recognition and financial success. It exhibits a dedication to fostering a culture of innovation, advancing ideas driven by technology, and providing unmatched opportunities for the next generation of tech leaders.
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What is a hackathon?
A hackathon, or codefest, is a social coding event where computer programmers and others interested in the field join together to collaborate on the development of existing software or the creation of new software.
The phrase “hackathon” is a combination of “hacker,” which implies “skilled programmer,” and “marathon,” which is known for its long duration.
The concept of intrapreneurship is now widely adopted by engineering departments, especially those at web-based organisations. A hackathon may be organised to accomplish a specific task, but more commonly, it serves as a forum in which companies can explore employees’ creative, out-of-the-box ideas with minimal investment. Staff members are encouraged to work across functional silos within a certain time limit and provided the resources they need to do so successfully.
Participants in today’s hackathons not only develop their own ideas and products but also interact with sponsors, participate in workshops, deliver presentations, and network with potential employers.
First-timer’s guide to a hackathon
To get started, look for a hackathon that piques your interest. There are many of them, so it is essential that you select one that is suitable for your experience and the things that interest you. Discovered it? Very nice! Register for it, and then begin making preparations:
Learn more about the hackathon by reading the information provided on the website. It will assist you in setting the stage for your project.
Create a list of possible tasks that you could be working on when you have finished brainstorming.
Make a decision as to whether you want to employ a skill set that you already have or whether you want to learn a new one (and then use it for your project). Take into consideration that the answer to the question relies on how much time you have.
Pick a venture, then get the ball rolling on it.