AHA Hacks presents
IGNITE.
Start with a spark. Build something real.
Take the beginning of an idea and ignite it into a working prototype—then show everyone what you built.
Register interestSecond week of September 2026
1–4 students
Exact details coming soon
The brief
Ignite your idea.
Build anything you can imagine. Start with a spark—an idea, a problem, or a possibility—and ignite it into a working prototype. Web apps, mobile apps, AI/ML projects, games, tools, hardware, and creative technology are all welcome.
Beginners, experienced coders, designers, presenters, problem-solvers, and students who simply want to try.
Mentors, beginner support, food, team collaboration, judging, prizes, recognition, and a final showcase.
A laptop, charger, ideas, and curiosity. We will help you find teammates if needed.
The road to the stage
Build it. Demo it. Defend it.
Submit your demo
Every team creates a demo video showing the idea and working prototype.
Top 5 take the stage
Five standout teams present live in front of the audience and answer questions.
Two winners rise
After the live finals, the top 2 teams are crowned IGNITE champions.
Event rules
Keep it fair.
- Compete solo or in a team of up to 4 students
- Build anything—as long as it starts with an idea and ignites into a working prototype
- Public libraries and frameworks are allowed
- Every team submits a demo video
- The top 5 teams present live and answer questions on stage
Judging
What matters.
Your spark starts here