How to Get the Most Out of Your Next Hackathon

Updated 6/19/2020

If you've never attended a hackathon before it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start, how to prep, and what do to while you're there. We rounded up the best tips for before, during, and after so you can reach hackathon success.

So, you've signed up for a hackathon—an event (usually 24-48 hours long) where you put aside your day job to work on a completely new project. Sounds fun right? It is!

But to get the most out of your experience, it's important to go in with an idea, a team, and the right preparation.

We asked an engineering team at Goldman Sachs to provide their advice for how to find success at your next hackathon.

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A former Managing Editor of Branded Content at The Muse, Laura helps brands bring their stories to life. When she’s not reading for fun, you can find her baking something chocolate-y or mentally planning her next trip.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Next Hackathon

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