Is AI allowed in DevFest Hackathon 2026?

Yes. This jam is built around AI tools, or requires them.

“Join us for an electrifying three-day sprint to build GenAI-powered apps.”

Checked 2026-10-18 · manual review · confidence: high. Rules can change. Confirm on the jam page ↗

Jam facts

Host

Google Developer Group Central Florida.

Source

devpost

Starts

Fri Nov 6, 2026, 00:00 UTC

Submissions end

Sun Nov 8, 2026, 23:59 UTC

Joined

1

Prizes

up to $800 (Total prizes listed on Devpost: $800)

From the jam page

Welcome to DevFest Hackathon 2026! 🌴 🚨 IMPORTANT: OFFICIAL EVENTBRITE REGISTRATION REQUIRED! 🚨 Clicking "Join Hackathon" on Devpost allows you to submit your project, but it does not grant you entry to the event . To officially participate and attend in person at UCF Downtown, you MUST purchase your ticket on our official Eventbrite page: 👉 Get Your Eventbrite Ticket Here Join us for an electrifying three-day sprint to build GenAI-powered apps. This flagship event is designed to spark innovation and connect the brightest minds in tech right here in Orlando. This is a welcoming space where peo ple of all backgrounds come together to imagine, build, and share ideas for a better future. Instead of focusing on competition or speed, we emphasize collaboration, creativity, and community impact. With AI transforming the world, we approach it as a tool for augmentati on and not replacement, treating it as a partner that supports human creativity, connection, and problem-solving. Whether you are a coder, designer, storyteller, or community builder, there is a place for your voice. Together, we will explore how to use AI responsibly and ethically, ensuring that innovation is guided by inclusivity, fairness, and care for people. Why Join Us? 🤖 Build with AI: Craft groundbreaking solutions using Google's Gemini AI suite, powerful tools from our amazing sponsors, and any other technologies you love to use to bring your vision to life. 🔗 Forge Connections: Network with brilliant minds, sha…

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