A student guide to enterprise skills for a hackathon
What is a hackathon?
A hackathon is an event where people come together to solve problems through collaborative coding, designing, and pitching
solutions.
Purpose
To innovate, learn, and network.
Benefits
Skill development, networking, and potential career opportunities.
Enterprise skills for a hackathon
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Creativity and Innovation
- Time Management
- Technical Skills (Basic Coding, UX/UI Design)
- Communication and Presentation
Understanding your interests
Questions to consider
- What do you care about?
- Identifying your Passions
Activities
- Self-Assessment Activities
Assessing your skills
Questions to consider
- What are you good at?
Activities
- Skills Inventory
- Matching Skills to Hackathon Roles
Evaluating business potential
Questions to consider
- Could it make money?
Activities
- Identifying Revenue Streams
- Assessing Market Demand
Understanding your customer
Questions to consider
- Who could be your Customer?
Activities
- Customer Research
- Creating Customer Personas
Thinking like an entrepreneur
Concepts
- Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Risk-Taking and Resilience
Further resources
Resources
- Online Courses and Tutorials
- Entrepreneurship Programs
- Hackathon Platforms and Communities
