BattleHack
BattleHack
With laptop thefts on the rise and cloud storage becoming the norm, DROPLOCK comes to the rescue! DROPLOCK combines a user’s pre-existing Dropbox account and some good ol' bash scripting to track down a user’s laptop when the time need be.
Once reported either through DROPLOCK’s webapp or Pebble, DROPLOCK takes a snapshot of the thief and pushes the picture to Dropbox along with the laptop’s location and WiFi information. This information is then viewable online.
DROPLOCK lets the thief have two options to redeem themselves. We included: a method for the thief to pay it forward by donating to a charity through JustGiving or paying back the cost of the laptop through Braintree. Failing to make a choice after 30 minutes shuts down the computer. Throughout the process, quick notifications about the laptop’s status go straight to the user’s mailbox via SendGrid.
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It sucks to be visually impaired and trying to run. Sure you can attach a rope to someone and so they can help you run. The problem is... it's a rope. It's not free or liberating to run with a rope.
That's why we created "No Strings Attached" A mobile hardware hack that is designed to help someone run with speed, confidence and freedom.
A mobile application that can potentially save the lives of consumers with certain needs.
A true global competition where the City Champions face off, compete, conquer and claim $100,000 USD and the title of The Ultimate Hackers For Good.
Can't make it?
Join the livestream!
Select your city of choice from the list. Registration is open 24/7. May the best hack team win!
Yes, you can bring your friends or team up with other hackers on site. You can hack solo, or in a team of a maximum of 4 members. No matter what you choose, be ready to battle!
All breeds of code welcome.
Yes, PayPal, Braintree or Venmo must be the sole payment method included in your hack in order to be eligible for the BattleHack competition.
Win a City BattleHack. Get flown, fed and cared for at our World Finals. Beat all other City Champions with code that impresses everyone on the planet. Be crowned the Ultimate Hackers For Good.
BattleHacks are full of 24+ hours of awesome stuff. In general, on Day 1 registration opens, you arrive, scope and share skills, create teams, meet judges, and then our gong hits and hacking begins. Add gourmet food, food and more food. Hack through the night, or grab a nap, beer break, and maybe even a massage or two. On Day 2, we have rehearsals, more food, and hack till you hear our gong, signaling the end of hacking! Teams present their apps, judging occurs and prizes are awarded.
Check your BattleHack City’s registration page for specific timeline details.
Glory! Fame! And oh yeah, you get some other good stuff! First place winners get our epic axe, flight and hotel accommodations to the World Finals in Silicon Valley, and a chance to $100K USD, no strings attached. Fear not, there's a slew of other goodies, and of course local partner prizes, and all our BattleHack swag!
No, this puppy is yours, born and bred from BattleHack love. BattleHack is for you to have some fun, do some good -- and have a chance to win $100K USD.
Expect to stay overnight, so bring whatever you need to get you through a 24-hour hackfest. We’ll provide some sleep spaces for those who need to crash or when energy drinks start to ebb. Remember you are in a public forum, so do cover up.