+ I don't code, can I still participate?

Absolutely. Everyone can participate. Hackathons are technology development marathons that draw on the talents and initiative of bright minded developers, engineers, technologists, designers, and anyone with a passion and desire to have an immediate impact on the world. They are open to anyone who has a passion for making a difference and are focused on developing real solutions to global challenges.

+ How much does it cost?

Nothing to participants. We're working with sponsors to make the event free of charge.

+ How do I choose a challenge?

You can choose any challenge that captures your imagination and uses your skills. you can work on any of the offered projects (or create-your-own if you need to).

+ How do I form or find a team?

Start by taking a good look through the challenges and select a few that interest you. You can join a team on the day of the event based on your interest in a particular challenge or a match of skills. We will also help you to find the right team. You are also welcome to form your team in advance and come to the event together.

+ How many team members can we have?

Teams should be between 4 to 6. We particularly encourage you to meet and collaborate with new people who have very different skills from yours. Bringing together very diverse skills and talents is often a key to breakthrough innovation!

+ Do all members a team have to be registered? Or is it enough to list the names of other team members on our project page?

All team members should register on the Space Apps site so we can be sure we have resources (at both physical locations and virtually) to support everyone who will be participating. Moreover, you will not be able to add your team members to your project page if they have not registered.

+ Can I start working on the project before the hackathon day?

We want to encourage your enthusiasm, so you are welcome to form teams before the event and to start figuring out how you will tackle the challenges. Of course, there is no need to do anything in advance, it's entirely up to you. The two day event gives your team a chance to work together in person and we hope you will do most of the work over the weekend so that you can work collaboratively with others. The idea is not for you to just build the best app ever. It's to create a team who will do something better than any of us can do on our own. Also, please consider that you'll be judged based on the amount of work you do on the day.

+ Since the event is called Space Apps, do the solutions need to be applications?

In spite of the name, it is not just about APPS! There are challenges that involve robotics, data visualisation, hardware, design, games and many other elements! Just think of a creative solution!

+ What do I need to bring?

Laptop, monitor, mouse, keyboard, clay, paint, electricials, drawing paper, your creativeness - whatever you need to make your awesome idea... if you don't have an idea yet, make sure you bring your thinking cap. If you think you'll need a sleep, bring a pillow long. Food, drinks and wifi will be provided.

+ What about licensing and IP rights?

All solutions built at the event must be submitted under an open source license that permits the free and open dissemination of the work. NASA and the other supporting organisations do not own the rights to nor are committed to utilise any solution developed during the event. See the legal statement for more details.

+ How will I submit a solution?

Registered participants will be able to submit their projects online for judging at https://2019.spaceappschallenge.org during the event. You should be able to submit via your challenge page.

+ How will projects be judged?

Projects will be judged at Local level first and then 2 teams will be nominated for global judging the global level is done by a NASA panel winners will be in 5 categories: Best Use of Hardware, Best Use of Data, Most Inspiring, Galactic Impact, Best Mission Concept. A 6th award will be publicly determined in the People's Choice category.

+ Are you looking for volunteers or mentors?

Yes. If you're interested in helping out at the event, get in touch.