Hackathons for Beginners 2025

Beginner hackathons are the ideal launchpad for aspiring developers, students, and technology enthusiasts who are new to programming. These events provide a supportive and inclusive environment where participants can learn through hands-on experience, collaborate with others, and create their first project. Whether exploring web development, Python, data science, or design, beginner hackathons help participants gain practical experience, mentorship, and real-world confidence. No prior coding skills are necessary—just curiosity and a desire to learn.
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IN-PERSON HackUNCP 2025

March 22, 2025 - March 23, 2025

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HackUNCP 2025 is more than just a hackathon—it's a 24-hour innovation marathon where creativity meets cutting-edge technology. Organized by AI@UNCP, this year’s HackUNCP is all …

IN-PERSON GrizzHacks 7

March 22, 2025 - March 23, 2025

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REGISTER NOW at grizzhacks.org to secure your spot! Note: you must register through our website to check in at the hackathon. ABOUT GrizzHacks is a …

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Beginner · Machine Learning · Rochester, Minnesota, United States
IN-PERSON HackSLU

March 22, 2025 - March 23, 2025

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HackSLU is Saint Louis University’s first-ever multi-day hackathon from March 22-23, 2025 led by two student-run organization chapters, Girls Who Code and SLU Association for …

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Beginner · Health · Social · United States
IN-PERSON Hack Your Learning: Tech for Education

March 22, 2025 - March 23, 2025

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Welcome to “Hack Your Learning: Tech for Education”, a beginner-friendly hackathon designed to encourage first-time hackers to create innovative solutions that enhance education. Whether you’re …

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Beginner · Education · Plattsburgh, New York, United States
IN-PERSON 2025 Crack the Code Hackathon @ Concordia University Irvine

March 22, 2025 - March 23, 2025

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Welcome to Crack the Code's 2025 Concordia University Hackathon! This hackathon is your chance to build and innovate in the world of cybersecurity. Whether you're …

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Beginner · Machine Learning · Security · Irvine, California, United States
IN-PERSON hackStoga 2025

March 22, 2025

Date TBD

Join over a hundred hackers from around the tri-state area in attending hackStoga on March 8, 2025!Whether you're a seasoned hacker or new to tech, …

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Beginner · Education · Berwyn, Illinois, United States
IN-PERSON Emory Hacks 2025

March 21, 2025 - March 23, 2025

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About the challenge ​Emory Hacks, presented by PROJECT Emory, is a hackathon hosted at Emory University. We are committed to bringing hundreds of students together …

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Beginner · Machine Learning · Social · Atlanta, Georgia, United States
IN-PERSON Boeing x TruHacks 2025

March 21, 2025 - March 23, 2025

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GDSC & CCE presents Boeing x Truhacks 2025! : Build With AI Welcome to the Truman’s 2nd Annual Hackathon. Its time to connect, learn grow, …

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Beginner · Retail · Social · Kirksville, Missouri, United States
IN-PERSON Dons DevFest

March 20, 2025 - March 24, 2025

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About the Challenge Dons DevFest is Purdue Fort Wayne’s premier university hackathon, bringing together students to collaborate, innovate, and build real-world solutions. Participants will form …

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Beginner · Low/No-Code · Machine Learning · Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
IN-PERSON Hackpath

March 18, 2025

Date TBD

About the challenge Testing 006 Get started

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Beginner · Tucson, Arizona, United States

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