FAQ
Since Hack This Fall 2024 is a community-driven hackathon, unfortunately we will not be able to support you with travel.
Kindly open the #organizer-ticket on our Discord Server and let the organizers know as soon as possible, so that we can try to make necessary next steps.
On both nights (9th Feb & 10th Feb) we will have a supervised sleeping space for hackers to rest and sleep at the venue. We have arranged a separate sleeping area for girls, clean washrooms, personal hygiene and sanitary kits, etc. We recommend bringing your own blanket if you need one. We want to make sure that all hackers feel comfortable and safe at the hackathon.
There will be meals served on the respective days to everyone who checks-in
- High-tea, and Dinner on 9 Feb
- Breakfast, Lunch, High-tea, and Dinner on 10 Feb
- Breakfast and Lunch on 11 Feb
No. You can only start working on the projects once hacking begins on 9 Feb after the opening ceremony. Any project with an earlier commit history will be disqualified.
However, you can learn the basic tools and technologies you might need before the hackathon.
You are expected to arrive at the hackathon venue by 2 PM IST on Friday, 9 Feb. The estimated departure time from the venue is 7 PM IST on Sunday, 11th Feb. Book your return travel tickets accordingly to ensure you don't miss the Closing Ceremony.
To learn more about the venue, arrival & departure, and how to reach there, you can check out our Venue Guide here.
The answer is No. Arrangements like sleeping area, food, etc., are only for the attendees. We recommend you to find a stay option for them near the venue. They can drop you at the hackathon venue on 9th Feb and can pick you on 11th Feb but can't stay at venue during the hackathon as we do not have any provision for them.
Yes, once you are checked-in for the hackathon, it is mandatory to stay at the venue. You can only leave after the hackathon ends, i.e. on Feb 11 after the closing ceremony.
The packing list can be found here in our Hack This Fall packing guide
You can find everything you need to know about judging including the criteria and the structure in the judging guidelines in the Hacker Guide sent to you via email.
We want to ensure a positive experience for all participants. We will be following MLH’s Code of Conduct, we encourage you to read it.
You can reach out to us on our Discord Server in #🍁〡ask-htf-team or email us at hackthisfall@gmail.com! We're always ready to answer all your questions.
