What is evoHaX?

evoHaX is the fourth Hackathon in the series of Hackathons focused on developing accessible technologies and will take place from the 28th April - 30th April as part of the Philly Tech Week 2017. Teams from schools, local tech firms as well as individual participants are welcome to participate. The event will also target a broader range of disabilities through collaboration between professional developers, students, medical professionals, and people with disabilities. The theme for this Hackathon is "Web Accessibility"

The venue for this year's #evoHaX is Benjamin's Desk (1701 Walnut St. 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107) and the winning prize is Google Home. There will also be a Delegates Award (picked by audience), which will be Fire HD 8 Tablet.

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What is a Hackathon?

Hackathons are events which bring together people to create real, working solutions to technology related problems. The most important characteristic of a hackathon is the collaborative environment and network built between a group of passionate and talented individuals working and learning together to solve problems by creating new and innovative solutions that can change lives.

What is Web Accessibility?

Web accessibility means that people with disabilities can use the Web. More specifically, Web accessibility means that people with disabilities can perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with the Web, and that they can contribute to the Web. Web accessibility also benefits others, including older people with changing abilities due to aging.
Reference: W3.org

What is the format of evoHaX?

Each team is paired up with a Subject Matter Expert, Industry expert, and Medical professional on spot randomly to ensure a diverse group focused on universal design. (For example - a team of 5 students may be paired with an individual with vision impairment, an occupational therapist, and a web developer). The goal of the team is to work with the SME, understand their limitations, and develop a solution that the SME can use in their daily lives.

Registration

Registration is now OPEN.

You can register as a Participant, Subject Matter Expert, Industry Expert, Medical Professional or an Attendee.

Participants

Participants can be students or professionals. If you're registering as a participant, you'll need to register as a team. Teams can be a minimum of two members and a maximum of four members.

Subject Matter Experts

Subject Matter Experts are individuals with disabilities. No technical or any particular skills are needed to participate.

Industry Experts

Industry experts are professionals from the tech industry. They mentor and guide teams during the Hackathon.

Medical Professionals

Medical professionals are doctors, nurses, therapists, or anyone who has experience working with people with disabilities.

Attendees

Participants can be students or professionals. If you're registering as a participant, you'll need to register as a team. Teams can be a minimum of two members and a maximum of four members.

There will be space for seven teams, and the slots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Teams and individuals that register after the slots are filled will be placed on a wait list. If you would like to be considered for participation or have any questions regarding the registration process, please send an email to registrations@evohax.com.

Schedule

"Accessibility in the Contemporary World of Technology". Get tickets here.

Check-In, Breakfast, Rules, Hackathon 101, Team Formation, Hacking, Lunch, Dinner.

Breakfast, Hacking, Lunch, Demos, Presentations, Judging, Awards, Pictures, Wrap-up.

Panelists

"Accessibility in the Contemporary World of Technology"

More information about the panelists is being finalized and will be updated soon.

Judges

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to the venue? Is it practical to take public transport to get to the venue?

The venue, Benjamin’s Desk is located at 1701 Walnut Street. We suggest using public transportation, as the venue will not provide parking. The closest stop on the regional rail is Suburban Station, and the nearest subway stops are at 13th Street Station (MFL) and Walnut-Locust Station (BSL). A number of SEPTA buses also stop nearby. We recommend using SEPTA's Trip Planner.

What should I bring? What should I NOT bring? What can I expect to find at the Venue?

Each team will need to bring all hardware and software items they expect to need for development. This includes but is not limited to laptops and chargers. We suggest wearing comfortable clothing for the first day of the hack, and bringing any personal items needed to be comfortable for 12 hours of coding! Wi-fi will be provided. Weapons of any kind are prohibited (duh!).

How will we be evaluated? Who are the judges? What is the most important thing the judges will be looking for?

The judges comprise of subject matter and industry experts with tremendous experience and expertise in judging such contests. The judges will look at the universality, creativity, scalability, creativity and practicality of the projects, among other things.

What are the prizes? How many prizes will be awarded? Will there be a prize for every individual on the winning team?

This evoHaX's winning prize will be Google Home. And yes! It'll be for each member of the team! There'll also be a prize for Delegates Award (picked by audience), which is Fire HD 8 Tablet.