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UTEF 2025 Technology Hackathon

  • Date
    30/03/2025 - 09:00 pm

Participate in a hackathon to solve real problems using technology.

The UTEF 2025 Hackathon is an intensive 24-hour competition where multidisciplinary teams will develop innovative solutions to social and business problems.



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Enrollment
Remember that the capacity is limited. Out of consideration for other families, we ask you to reduce as much as possible the number of companions who will come with you on the day of the event.
  • Blockchain y Ciberseguridad
  • Tecnologías Educativas
  • Registro y acreditación
  • Consultoría o mentorías post-evento

Speakers

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Diego Torres

Ingeniero Blockchain, IBM

Diego es un experto en soluciones blockchain con más de 8 años de experiencia diseñando sistemas para la gestión de cadenas de suministro. En IBM, ha liderado proyectos para grandes empresas en Europa y Asia, optimizando procesos logísticos con tecnologías descentralizadas. Es también formador en cursos avanzados sobre blockchain empresarial.

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Laura Mendoza

Desarrolladora Full Stack, Meta

Laura tiene una década de experiencia desarrollando aplicaciones web de alto impacto. Actualmente trabaja en Meta, donde lidera proyectos que integran tecnologías como React y Next.js para ofrecer soluciones escalables. También ha impartido cursos sobre desarrollo web en diversas universidades y plataformas digitales.

Programme

  • 09:00 - 10:00 | Registration and Welcome

    • Reception of participants and handing out of event kits.

    10:00 - 10:30 | Opening Ceremony

    • Opening remarks by the organising committee.
    • Introduction to the theme of the Hackathon.

    10:30 - 11:30 | Keynote Lecture: "The Future of Digital Education".
    Speaker: Dr. Elena Martín

    • Expert in educational technologies and consultant in academic innovation.

    11:30 - 12:00 | Coffee Break & Networking

    12:00 - 13:30 | Workshop: "Design Thinking for Educational Solutions".
    Facilitator: Javier Torres, CEO of EdTech Solutions

    • Interactive dynamics to identify problems and come up with innovative solutions.

    13:30 - 14:30 | Lunch

    14:30 - 16:00 | Panel Discussion: "The Challenges and Opportunities of Digital Transformation in Education".
    Participants:

    • Laura Gómez, Director of Innovation, Global University
    • Carlos Pérez, CTO of EduTools
    • María López, Education Project Leader, UNESCO

    16:00 - 17:30 | Technical Training: "Tools and APIs to Develop EdTech Solutions".
    Instructor: David Sanchez, Software Engineer at LearnTech

    • Introduction to key technologies such as Firebase, Unity and LTI.

    17:30 - 18:00 | Break and Preparations

    18:00 - 19:30 | Ideation in Teams

    • Team building and initial brainstorming.
    • Identification of problems to be solved.

    19:30 - 20:00 | Closing of Day 1



  • 08:00 - 09:00 | Breakfast and Opening of the Day

    09:00 - 14:00 | Prototype Development

    • Teamwork to develop technology solutions.
    • Assistance from expert mentors in programming, design and education.

    14:00 - 15:00 | Lunch

    15:00 - 17:00 | Presentation Preparation

    • Fine-tuning of pitches and preparation of demos.
    • Rehearsal of presentations.

    17:00 - 18:30 | Final Presentation of Projects

    • Each team will have 5 minutes to present their solution.
    • Panel of judges will evaluate innovation, impact and feasibility.

    18:30 - 19:00 | Judges' deliberation.

    19:00 - 19:30 | Awards Ceremony

    • Announcement of the winning teams and presentation of prizes.

    19:30 - 20:00 | Closing and Acknowledgements

    • Final reflection on the impact of the Hackathon.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Anyone interested in technology and education can participate, regardless of their level of experience. This includes students, developers, designers, educators, and professionals from any sector.

  • This is not necessary. Introductory workshops and mentors will be available to guide teams. Skills such as leadership, project management and innovation are also an asset.

  • You can register online via our registration form on the official Hackathon website. Make sure you fill in all required fields before the deadline.

  • You can register individually or with a team already formed. If you come alone, we will help you to integrate into a team on the first day of the event.