To qualify for judging at DevFest Linz: Great AI Hackathon, every team must complete two things:

• Build a working prototype (What to Build)
• Submit all required materials on Devpost by the deadline (What to Submit)

What to Build

Your team must build a functioning AI prototype that fits the hackathon challenges announced and clarified during the Saturday briefing. Projects may be built using any tools, but recommended tools include f.e. Lovable, n8n, Google Gemini.

Your build must:

• Include the core functionality of your idea. It does not need to be perfect, but it must run and demonstrate the key experience.
• Be built by your team only. Teams of 3–5 members are permitted. All team members must be registered participants.

What to Submit

• All projects must be uploaded to Devpost including the mandatory Deliverables:
• Devpost Project Page: Filled with the core info of your project.
• A wide-format PDF used for your pitch. Must include:
  • Project Name, Challenge Track, and Team Members' Names. Rules
  • Architecture Slide: A visual diagram of your software architecture (e.g., "Lovable UI -> Webhook -> n8n -> Vertex AI").
  • Project Link: Link to code (GitHub) or deployed site.
  • Demo (Optional): If you have a running demo, feel free to include a QR code on a slide.

CRITICAL RULE: If your project submission at 5:00 PM does not include the PDF with the required Architecture Slide, you will not be able to pitch.