Step 5: Sprint to the Finish - AIVIA™ Hackathon Build & Judging Details

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AIVIA™ Hackathon – Project Building & Judging

Prep → Team → Build → Judge → Showcase


After team formation, it’s time to collaborate and bring your AI-augmented solution to life!


Choose Your Sprint Path


Sprint 1: Core Logic

Build a CLI in Jupyter Notebook that demonstrates your project’s fundamental capabilities.

Perfect for: Algorithm-focused teams who want to prove concept viability

Sprint 2: Full Experience

Create an interactive Streamlit dashboard with polished UI and real-world usability.

Perfect for: Teams aiming for deployment-ready solutions



Note: Whether you complete Sprint 1, Sprint 2, or both, all projects will be judged holistically on creativity, technical depth, and practical impact. Exceptional work in Sprint 1 alone can absolutely stand out!


Support:

Use STEM-Away® sessions for technical help and check-ins. Connect with mentors via the Mentor Marketplace for targeted advice.



Judging & Submission Requirements

To enter the final showcase, your team must submit the following by Aug 10th:

1. Team Deliverables:

  • Your completed project (one or both sprints)
  • A team demo video (max 5 minutes; highlight both teamwork and your solution)

2. Individual Deliverables:

  • Each team member must complete an AIVIA™ Mode 2 evaluation to demonstrate personal mastery of the project.

3. Optional:

  • Submit a short project blog or reflection to be featured in STEM-Away®’s spotlight series.

Judging Criteria: What Sets This Hackathon Apart


Criteria What We’re Looking For
Team Diversity & Collaboration Cross-disciplinary teamwork, equitable role distribution, and evidence of peer learning within the team.
Creative/Innovative Use of GenAI Novel integration or creative twists that meaningfully enhance human workflows.
Technical Execution & Rigor Solid architecture, code quality, transparent handling of limitations/biases.
Usability & Human-Centered Design Interfaces that make AI outputs explainable and intuitive for users.
Impact Potential & Insight Potential for real-world application in your chosen domain.
Individual Mastery & Reflection Each team member’s Mode 2 evaluation confirms deep understanding of their role and the full system.
Storytelling & Knowledge Transfer Clear articulation of what you built, why it matters, and key lessons learned.

Projects will be evaluated holistically across all criteria, with special emphasis on human-AI collaboration and knowledge sharing that extends beyond the competition.



Why This Hackathon is Different


Individual Growth

Personal mastery recognized alongside team success

Explainability First

Clear thinking valued over complex code

Transparent AI

Human-centered solutions over pure automation

Next Steps

Step 1: Overview
Step 2: Explore Projects
Step 3: Prep & Qualification
Step 4: Team Formation
Step 5: You Are Here

Your Action Items:

  1. Meet your team and confirm your project
  2. Build together—reach out for help when needed
  3. Prepare your team submission + individual Mode 2 evaluations by August 10th


Stay tuned for the final showcase & judging announcements!