What is the FPGA Hackathon? 
It’s a social coding contest where FPGA developers collaborate to solve given tasks and compete for prizes. This Event is also a great networking opportunity! 

Who is this Event for? 

The Hackathon is for students and professionals, enthusiasts of microcontrollers, FPGAs, programming and electronics in general.  

Basic FPGA knowledge is required. If you’re familiar with any hardware description language and understand digital circuits, this hackathon is for you!

How much does it cost? 

FREE. Registration and participation in both Hackathon is free of charge. 

When and where? 

May 24-25, 2025   Hala 100-lecia KS Cracovia and online

How many people should be in a Team? 

The Team should consist of 2-3 people.

I don’t have a Team, what now? 

Unfortunately, we do not accept individual registrations this year. You must register with at least one other person.

What should we do when one of our Team Members will not be able to participate in the Hackathon? Can the rest of our Team still participate? 

Yes, you can still participate in smaller team, but you have to inform Organizers about every personal changes in your team.

How to register?
One registration form should be sent by team, in registration pages you will be able to register all members of your team. To register all members you have to provide an unique Discord accounts for you and your team members.

You will receive registration confirmation via email. Please note that this is not a confirmation of your participation in the event. After completing the registration process (24.03.2025) you will receive an entry test in a separate email. Based on the results of this test, the best teams will be allowed to participate in the event. More details you can find in MORE -> Terms & Regulations tab.

What is a task?  

The detail regarding the task will be provided on Hackathon start day during the Event.  

How will Teams be judged? 

Judging criteria will be described in separate documents on Hackathon start day during the Event

What is the language of the contest?  

The Hackathon is held in English.  

 What should I prepare?  

Prepare your laptop, mobile phone, wearable computing devices and whatever technology inspires you. Check your Internet access. Make sure that you will feel comfortable during intense hacking. 

 Do I have to stay the whole time during Hackathon?  
Competitors don’t have to stay overnight to be eligible to win,  but we strongly encourage to stay the whole 24h. At least one team member must be present at the results presentation to show their Team’s work effects. 

What will be provided during Hackathon?

FPGA boards, virtual machines with SW delivered by our Sponsors required to fill the tasks, instructions, all needed credentials and links. There will also be Mentors who will help you in troubles.
At the in-person Event Organizers will provide many attractions. 

Will there be prizes?  

Winners will receive fantastic prizes, while each stationary participant will also receive a variety of gadgets.

Where do I sign up?  

Registration links are available on the Events’ website. Remember about deadlines!

What if I have more questions?  

Email us and let us know how we can help. You can also find more details in Terms and Regulations.