Earning Criteria

• High-Impact Prototype Delivery
  • Delivered a top-tier FinTech solution that secured second place among 53 competing teams in the BET Software Hackathon 2025.
  • Their prototype demonstrated strong technical execution, thoughtful problem-solving, and clear real-world relevance.
• Strong Performance Under Pressure
  • Successfully built and submitted a fully functional prototype during the 36-hour live hackathon in Gather.town.
  • Completed all required deliverables, including a demo and supporting materials, while maintaining quality under intense time constraints.
• Effective Team Collaboration
  • Showcased excellent teamwork, communication, and role clarity throughout the challenge.
  • Responded well to mentor feedback and adapted quickly to technical challenges and shifting priorities.
• Professional Final Presentation
  • Delivered a polished, well-structured final demo to the judging panel, clearly articulating the value of their solution.
  • Confidently addressed questions around technical decisions, user impact, and future enhancements.
• Consistent Engagement and Commitment
  • Maintained strong participation and performance across all phases of the multi-stage hackathon.
  • Stood out from a national pool of 2,397 applicants and 160 finalists, earning a well-deserved second place.