College Students Change The Hackathon Game At PennApps

Three hundred students from Eastern Seaboard computer science programs gathered for PennApps Data, a student-run hackathon featuring expert execution and enthusiasm that rivals professional events. Organized by a small group of engineering students, the event showcased remarkable production with 41 different hacks built and demoed in 48 hours. Participants received prizes totaling almost $10,000, including category awards and sponsorships from big corporations like Microsoft and startups like Venmo. The organizers' impressive efforts included coordinating meals, security, and building space, as well as attracting sponsors through their own sponsorship sourcing.

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