Ignite Your Ideas: Silicon Hacks 2025

Join the most exciting high school hackathon in Silicon Valley. Innovate. Code. Create.

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De Anza College, Cupertino, CA

About Silicon Hacks

What is Silicon Hacks?

Silicon Hacks is a two-day high school hackathon where students from across Silicon Valley come together to collaborate, innovate, and build amazing projects. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced coder, you'll have the opportunity to learn new skills, work with peers, and create something incredible.

Hosted at De Anza College in the heart of Silicon Valley, this event brings together the brightest young minds to tackle real-world challenges through technology.

What's a hackathon?

A hackathon is an invention marathon where participants collaborate to build projects that solve problems. It's not about breaking into systems—it's about creativity, learning, and building something awesome in a limited time!

Students collaborating Coding session Team brainstorming Presenting project

Why Participate?

Learn New Skills

Whether you're a beginner or advanced coder, you'll learn new technologies and techniques through workshops and hands-on experience.

Collaborate with Peers

Work in teams to solve problems, share knowledge, and make new friends who share your passion for technology.

Win Exciting Prizes

Compete for amazing prizes in different categories. Showcase your skills and get recognized for your innovation.

Network with Professionals

Connect with industry mentors, tech professionals, and potential future employers from Silicon Valley companies.

Tackle Real Challenges

Apply your skills to solve meaningful problems and create projects that could make a real impact.

Gain Valuable Experience

Build your portfolio, enhance your college applications, and gain experience that sets you apart.

Hackathon Tracks

Choose your focus area or explore something new. All skill levels are welcome!

App Development

Build mobile or desktop applications that solve real problems. Learn about UI/UX design, backend integration, and bringing your ideas to life.

Technologies you might use:

Swift Kotlin React Native Flutter

Web Development

Create interactive websites or web applications. Learn frontend design, backend functionality, and full-stack development.

Technologies you might use:

HTML/CSS JavaScript React Node.js

Game Development

Design and develop interactive games. Learn about game mechanics, physics, storytelling, and creating engaging player experiences.

Technologies you might use:

Unity Unreal Godot Phaser.js

Not sure which track to choose? You can change your mind during the event or work on a project that combines multiple areas!

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Event Schedule

Here's what to expect during the 24-hour hackathon

1 Saturday, April 12

Registration & Check-in

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Get your badge, swag bag, and settle in

Opening Ceremony

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Welcome remarks, rules, and event overview

Hacking Begins!

10:00 AM

Form teams and start building

Workshop: Getting Started

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Perfect for beginners - learn hackathon basics

Lunch

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Tech Talk: Emerging Trends

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learn about the latest in tech from industry experts

Dinner

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

2 Sunday, April 13

Breakfast

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Project Submission Deadline

10:00 AM

Submit your final projects for judging

Judging Period

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Present your projects to our panel of judges

Closing Ceremony & Awards

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Celebrate all the amazing projects and announce winners

Note:

This is a tentative schedule. Detailed workshop topics and speaker information will be announced closer to the event date. Times are subject to minor adjustments.

Exciting Prizes to Come!

While the experience is the real reward, we have some amazing prizes lined up for top projects.

Track Winners

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1st Place (Each Track)

Cutting-edge tech gadgets, premium software licenses, and exclusive opportunities

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2nd Place (Each Track)

High-quality tech accessories and valuable software tools

3

3rd Place (Each Track)

Useful developer resources and Silicon Hacks merchandise

Special Awards

Best Beginner Project

For outstanding work by first-time hackers

Most Creative Solution

For the most innovative and original idea

Social Impact Award

For projects that address important social issues

People's Choice

Voted by all participants for their favorite project

Prize Details Coming Soon!

We're working with our sponsors to finalize an amazing prize lineup. Check back for updates as we get closer to the event!

Interested in contributing prizes or sponsoring a specific award category?

Become a Sponsor

Become a Sponsor

Support the next generation of tech innovators

Why Sponsor Silicon Hacks?

Silicon Hacks brings together the brightest high school students in Silicon Valley for an intensive 24-hour innovation marathon. By sponsoring our event, you'll:

  • Connect with top talent: Engage with motivated students who will be the future engineers, developers, and entrepreneurs of Silicon Valley.
  • Enhance your brand: Gain visibility among students, educators, and the broader tech community in one of the world's most innovative regions.
  • Support STEM education: Demonstrate your commitment to fostering the next generation of technology leaders.
  • Network with peers: Join other leading companies in supporting this unique educational opportunity.

Sponsorship Tiers

In-Kind Sponsorships

We also welcome in-kind contributions such as food, swag, software licenses, hardware, or other resources that can enhance the participant experience.

What We Need:

  • Meals and snacks for participants
  • Tech gadgets and prizes
  • Software licenses or cloud credits
  • Branded swag (t-shirts, stickers, etc.)

Sponsor Benefits:

  • Recognition as an official sponsor
  • Logo placement on relevant materials
  • Social media shout-outs
  • Opportunity to engage with participants

Ready to support the next generation of innovators?

Contact us to discuss sponsorship opportunities or to receive our detailed sponsorship prospectus.

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