Look over these rules for Pearl Hacks 2024!
In order to attend Pearl Hacks, you must have a valid university ID, or have graduated within the last 12 months. You must also be a woman or gender non-conforming student or new grad.
If you missed the normal registration deadline, you may still sign up for Pearl Hacks at the event itself. Please note that we cannot guarantee food or swag for late registrants.
All code presented for judging must be written during the event. Contestants that violate this rule will be disqualified. The easiest way to avoid doing this is by trying something you've never done before.
The use of ChatGPT or any other AI-generated code is prohibited. The judging team has the right to ask you to explain any piece of code.
All team members must be present for the demo.
Hackers must have their own computers/laptops and peripherals (mice, keyboards, USB drives, etc). Mac and Windows OS are both suited for hacking; Android and iOS apps will be judged equally.
All Pearl Hacks attendees must agree to the MLH Privacy Policy.
In addition to everything listed on this page, Pearl Hacks also requires all attendees to abide by the MLH Code of Conduct.