Vancouver DataJam Hackathon
Organization: Vancouver DataJam
Type: Hackathon, Competition
Location: Virtual with in-person closing ceremony in Vancouver, BC
Eligibility: Open to everyone, especially those from marginalized backgrounds and gender minorities
Grade levels: Undergraduate, Professional
Cost: Free
Application deadline: October 24, 2024
Dates: October 25, 2024 – October 27, 2024
The Vancouver DataJam Hackathon is a community-focused weekend event where participants collaborate on data science projects in a hybrid format (virtual and in-person). The hackathon empowers women, gender minorities, racial minorities, and other underrepresented groups in data science through team-based projects with mentorship from industry professionals. The event includes opening and closing ceremonies, project presentations, judging, and a networking event with refreshments provided.