What is LVH?
The term Hackathon is a combination of the words "hack" and "marathon". It refers to an event where
where like-minded programmers, UX UI (User Experience Design) designers, researchers and innovators assemble.
Hackathons aim to build tech solutions for social impact or educational purposes.
The Limpopo Varsity Hackathon is open to students from University Of Venda, University Of Limpopo & Tshwane University Of Technology.
NO APPLICATION FEE REQUIRED.
Hackathon
Objectives
The objectives of the Hackathon is in response to our quest to stimulate, educate, up-skill, equip and preapare the youth of Limpopo to adopt quickly to the future of work and business and for policy makers and industry to enable a conductive environment for an inclusive economy.
To create a
knowledge sharing
platform for agile
software
development and
cyber practices.
To nurture a
playground
away from
professional's
work routine.
To establish closer
and collaborative
network with
academia,
private and public
sector entities.
To orginise young
people
to find digital
solutions for Africa's
problems using
cloud computing.
Hackathon
Benefits
Hackathon gather talented and skilled developers and researchers who will demonstrate their talents and capabilities to future employers or clients.
Stoking creativity, accelerating focused problem solving, learning, sharing skills, branding, retaining employees, and future proofing a business.
Opening product development to every youth in a risk-free environment to grow without the worry of being fired.
Gathering insights from all levels to understand the tech ecosystem in the province.
Skill development, networking, and personal growth.
Building strategic partnership for a sustainable and inclusive digital economy.