Welcome to General Learning Hacks, a 24-hour hackathon running on Saturday, Sep 19-Sunday, Sep 20!

Organized by General Learning (YC F24, previously RevisionDojo) this event invites student developers, designers, and innovators to push the boundaries of educational technology.

Our mission is to redefine how students learn, study, and prepare for their futures. Participants are challenged to build innovative, AI-powered solutions that create a meaningful impact in the EdTech space. Whether it's creating new study tools, personalizing learning experiences, or gamifying exam prep, we want to see your most creative ideas come to life.

NOTE: Registering on Devpost does not constitute you as a participant. Register through our website to be eligible to compete: https://tally.so/r/ZjA6p5 and wait for the confirmation email!

 

Requirements

What to Build

More specific problem statements will be released on the day of the hackathon. 

What to Submit

To be evaluated by our judges, your final submission on Devpost must include:

  • Description of your solution: A clear written explanation of the problem you are solving, how your project works, and the technologies you used.

  • GitHub repository link: Open-source code containing your project (ensure the repository is public so judges can review the technical implementation).

  • 2-minute demo video: A concise video introducing your solution, explaining the core value proposition, and demonstrating the working prototype.

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Prizes

$25,000 in prizes
Champion
$12,500 in cash
1 winner

First Runner Up
$7,500 in cash
1 winner

Second Runner Up
$5,000 in cash
1 winner

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Michael Tong

Michael Tong
CTO, General Learning

Judging Criteria

  • Novelty & Creativity
    Unique approach or perspective? Attacks problem with new angle? Breaks new ground technically? Solution more creative than existing alternatives?
  • Demonstrated use of AI/ML techniques
    Are AI/ML components genuinely leveraged or superficial? Appropriate algorithm/model selection? Quality of implementation? Legitimate use of training data?
  • Impact & Relevance
    Solves genuine problem for real users? Scalable beyond prototype stage? Addresses pressing need in Hong Kong or globally? Potential for long-term value creation?
  • Technical Implementation and Scalability
    Code organization and readability? System architecture supports growth? Performance optimization? Robust error handling? Uses appropriate tech stack?
  • Presentation & Communication
    Clear problem statement in video? Effective demonstration of core functionality? Professional presentation quality? Does audience understand value proposition?

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