IDEA Hacks is the largest hackathon on the West Coast, hosted annually at UCLA by the IEEE student branch. Each year, it brings together over 500 of the brightest engineering, design, and business minds to collaborate, innovate, and build hardware-based solutions in just 36 hours.
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FAQs
The hackathon starts at 6:00 PM on Friday, 1/12.
What should I bring?
>Bring your laptop, charger, and any hardware you want to work with. We'll provide food and drinks!
How long is the hackathon?
>36 hours from Friday 6 PM to Sunday 6 PM.
Is there a theme?
>Yes! This year's theme will be announced soon.
What are the prizes?
>Grand prize, second place, third place, and special category prizes. Stay tuned for details!
What if I don't have a team?
>We'll have team formation activities right before the event!
Is there parking available?
>Yes, there's parking available in UCLA parking structures. More details will be provided closer to the event.
Can I work on software projects?
>While IDEA Hacks focuses on hardware, software components that support your hardware project are welcome!
What hardware is provided?
>We'll have Arduino kits, sensors, LEDs, and other basic components.
Is there a place to sleep?
>No, make sure you have sleeping arrangements sorted before you come.