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AI hackathon playbook

Hackathons are one of the fastest ways to get hands on keyboards and drive real AI adoption. This playbook shows how organizations are using hackathons as a strategic tool—whether to grow developer communities, upskill teams, or deepen customer relationships.

What’s inside:

  • Three proven plays for running AI-focused hackathons: public, internal, and customer
  • Example hackathon themes to help you plan your next event
  • Outcomes and KPIs for measuring adoption and impact
  • Case studies and ideas from real hackathons powered by Devpost

Download the AI Hackathon Playbook to see how top organizations are using hackathons to accelerate AI adoption at every level.

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