| ⭐WOW factor |
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| Judges will be looking for projects that stand out and leave a lasting impression! They’ll be looking for a project that achieves its goals (any goal!) exceptionally, whether that’s creatively, technically, or in any other dimension. |
Practicality & entrepreneurship |
| A project does not need to be useful or solve a real-world problem to be successful. It’s entirely possible for a project to be a finalist even if there’s no commercial viability! |
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| Technical ability |
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| Projects that showcase technical depth and demonstrate advanced technical knowledge will be rated more favorably. Take the time to learn something new at Hack the North with some of our workshops! |
Visual appeal |
| Separate from design, a project can look great, but this doesn’t necessarily translate into a good user experience. |
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| Originality |
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| Tackle a new problem, approach a current problem a new way, or make something unique and cool — even if it doesn’t solve a problem — to impress our judges! |
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| Design |
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| Judges will be looking for projects that offer a user-friendly experience. Make sure your product is intuitive and engaging for its target audience! |
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