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April 26-27

What is JACHacks?
JACHacks is John Abbott College’s annual hackathon, and this year, we will bring together 200 students for a weekend of innovation and collaboration. Developers and tech enthusiasts of all skill levels will have the chance to build impactful projects, learn new technologies, and connect with industry mentors. Join us for an incredible experience of coding, creativity, and community! Organized by John Abbott College’s CompSci Department
Code, compete, innovate
Bring your ideas to life! Don’t have all the resources you need? We’re here to help. With workshops and the tools available, we provide everything you need to turn your vision into reality—all in one place.
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Hall of Fame
Last year, we received 150 applications, with teams competing for over $3,000 in prizes. Below are the top 3 winning teams, who demonstrated incredible creativity, teamwork, and technical skills.
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Addressing the common struggle of accurately tracking exercise reps in physical education, these students created a tool that ensures precise counting, helping students focus on real progress. By automatically detecting reps and sets, RepLex eliminates the risk of cheating and provides gym teachers with reliable data.

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Inspired by their love of books and movies, this team created an app that offers personalized movie recommendations. By entering a movie title or describing the vibe, users receive tailored suggestions with a synopsis, streaming links, and ratings, making it easier to find the perfect film to watch.

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Designed to help people kickstart their fitness journey, MuscleMe creates custom workout plans based on users' body information, available equipment, and target muscle groups. With AI-powered recommendations, the app ensures an effective and personalized workout experience.

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FAQ

A hackathon is an event where teams collaborate to innovate tech-focused projects in a short time frame. It's a great opportunity to brainstorm, learn new tech, and connect with similar minds.

Attendance is free and the food is provided courtesy of our team!

JACHacks welcomes everyone, regardless of coding experience. Whether you're into design, project management, or brimming with creative ideas, there's a place for you to contribute and learn.

All CEGEP and university students are welcome to apply!

Any questions?

Rest assured! We'll start the event with team formation sessions, allowing ample opportunity for you to find teammates. You can form teams of up to 4 people during the event.

There are no requirements but here are some suggested items to bring: laptop, phone, chargers, reusable water bottle, blanket, and pillow.

The MLH Code of Conduct promotes a safe and inclusive environment. You may view it here.

Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at jachacks@johnabbott.qc.ca, and we'll gladly assist you!