At SparkHacks, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants. By attending SparkHacks, you agree to the following guidelines:
π Respect Everyone
- Treat all participants, organizers, mentors, and sponsors with kindness and professionalism.
- Avoid language or actions that may be offensive, discriminatory, or harmful.
- Be considerate of diverse perspectives and experiences.
π« Zero Tolerance for Harassment
- Harassment, discrimination, or any form of verbal, physical, or online abuse will not be tolerated.
- If you experience or witness inappropriate behavior, report it immediately to event organizers via Discord or in person.
π€ Collaboration and Integrity
- Work only with your team (4-5 members) and avoid soliciting outside help for direct code contributions.
- Use libraries, frameworks, and open-source tools ethically. Pre-hackathon work or using templates created solely for submission is not allowed.
- Maintain transparency by committing code frequently to your teamβs repository.
π© Fair Competition
- Projects must be built during the hackathon.
- Follow all submission guidelines to ensure your work is eligible for judging.
π§ Use of Tools
- You may use AI tools like LLMs for ideation and debugging, but submitting AI-generated code is prohibited.
π Event-Specific Rules
- Adhere to all SparkHacks policies and guidelines, including safety protocols for in-person activities.
π£ Reporting Issues