🌪️ CODESTORM Hack 2025

Join this week-long virtual hackathon to team up, innovate, and build meaningful projects — no matter your major or experience level. Can you build under pressure? Time to prove it. ⏱️🌩️

💻 FULLY VIRTUAL EVENT

Participate from anywhere with an internet connection! No physical attendance required.

All mentorship and support provided online through the Club Server in dedicated hackathon channels.

🌍 Open to ALL majors from ANY university & Learners 16+!

✅ REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Don't wait — secure your spot today and get early access to resources!

🌟 GET INVOLVED!

Join our hackathon! Whether you're an industry leader, learner, fundraiser, or sponsor, your support drives innovation for tomorrow's cities.

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🗓️ Mark Your Calendar

📅 May 19-26, 2025
🚦 Start: Monday at 12:00 AM
🏁 End: Monday at 11:59 PM
⏱️ 7 Days of non-stop innovation

💫 Why CODESTORM Is Your Opportunity

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Inclusive Innovation

All skill levels welcome — from coding newbies to tech wizards. Open to ALL majors!

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Industry Mentorship

Learn directly from tech professionals through our virtual Discord channels.

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Recognition

Winner certificates and LinkedIn promotion for standout projects in each track.

✅ Registration Checklist

Follow all these steps to complete your registration for CODESTORM Hack 2025:

Step 1: Complete Registration Form
Required

Fill out the registration form completely.

If you need to update your registration for other hacks, simply refill the form.

Step 2: Join Discord
Required

Join the CodeCrunch Discord server for updates, team formation, and networking.

Enable notifications to receive important announcements about the event.

Step 3: RSVP on Luma
Required

Reserve your spot in the virtual event through our Luma event page.

Add the event to your calendar to receive reminders.

Step 4: Share on LinkedIn
Recommended

Help us spread the word — repost the official LinkedIn event with your thoughts.

Use hashtag #CODESTORM2025 when you share.

Step 5: Register on Devpost
Required by May 19

Get your team set up on Devpost so you can submit projects as soon as the hackathon opens.

You can create or join a team on Devpost before or during the event.

Access the Hackathon Wiki
Resource Hub

Find detailed instructions and resources on the HACKS at FIU Wiki.

The wiki contains all information you need to succeed in the hackathon!

Hackathon Timeline

Mark these key dates in your calendar to stay on track throughout the event!

Registration Open
Now through May 18, 2025

Registration is currently open! Sign up early to secure your spot and get access to pre-hackathon resources.

Hacking Begins
May 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM EST

Track challenges revealed! Start building your projects with your team.

Midweek Check-in
May 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM EST

Optional progress update and mentorship session via Discord.

Submission Deadline
May 26, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST

Final project submissions due on Devpost.

Judging Period
May 27-30, 2025

Projects reviewed by our panel of industry judges.

Winners Announced
May 31, 2025

Track winners announced via email and social media.

Hackathon Tracks

Choose from our diverse range of tracks to showcase your skills and creativity. You can pick up to 2 tracks for your submission!

🔹 Main Tracks

☁️ #01 Cloud 9 Surge

Build innovative solutions in the cloud

Challenge locked until May 19

🧠 #02 Neural Net Flex

AI tools meet creativity

Challenge locked until May 19

🔗 #03 Block Party

Decentralized apps & blockchain

Challenge locked until May 19

💼 #04 Tech Unicorn Track

Startup Pitch Arena – pitch your startup idea & prototype it

Challenge locked until May 19

🏆 Extra Awards

These special awards are granted to outstanding submissions across all tracks:

💡 Most Innovative

Recognizes the most creative and forward-thinking solution that breaks new ground in its approach.

🎨 Best Design

Celebrates exceptional user experience, interface design, and visual aesthetics.

🌱 Community Impact

Honors projects that demonstrate significant social good and positive impact on communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about CODESTORM Hack 2025.

Hackathon Resources

Access comprehensive resources to help you succeed in CODESTORM Hack 2025!

🧰 Complete Resource Library

For tutorials, starter code, tool recommendations, and more, visit our resources page:

Contributors & Sponsors

CODESTORM Hack 2025 is made possible by our amazing partners and supporters!

🌟 A Big Thanks To Our Partners
CodePath
Epic
Honors College
CEC
KFSCIS
Business

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Volunteer Form

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