Hackathon Overview
UofTHacks 12 , Canadas first student-organized Hackathon, recently concluded a 36-hour event. The event attracted more than 500 participants, including developers, designers, and entrepreneurs, encouraging diverse ideas and solutions. A total of 126 BUIDLs (projects) were registered, highlighting the innovation capabilities of various industries.
Participants exchanged ideas in a creative atmosphere, with a network designed to support both experienced developers and newcomers. The Hackathon featured a variety of different tracks and bounties, motivating participants to compete for top prizes: the first place will receive a Meta Quest 3 S VR headset, the second place will receive an Anycubic Kobra 3D printer, and the third place will receive a Fujifilm Instax Polaroid camera.
UofTHacks 12 was sponsored by major companies such as Tech@RBC, Ubisoft, 1 Password and Google, and supported by academic partners such as the University of Toronto. The event fostered networking and collaboration opportunities. Its social impact was further fueled by active participation through platforms such as Instagram, X (Twitter) and LinkedIn. Details on submissions, bounties and prize distribution are available online. Participants and observers are encouraged to stay updated and prepared for future events.
Hackathon Winners
General Prize Winners
Persona : An AI-driven language learning tool that uses computer vision and 3D animation to improve emotion and pronunciation engagement. It integrates WhisperAPI, ElevenLabs, and Claude-LLM in a microservices framework.
Twirl : A platform that converts text into printable 3D CAD models, providing real-time visualization and parameter adjustment through a web interface, thereby simplifying the 3D modeling process.
Phish-Eye Lens : A gaming-style web application that increases cybersecurity awareness by simulating phishing scenarios, using AI-generated puzzles, and powered by React and Node.js.
Ig Nobel Prize-Inspired Prize Winners
MomTellMeTo.Study : Motivates students and improves academic self-discipline and success by generating AI-driven schedules and reminders based on syllabus data.
Best University of Toronto Hack Prize Winners
YouLingo : Improve the language learning experience through personalized YouTube video content and provide an immersive educational experience based on user interests.
Best Beginner Hack Prize Winners
One Million Notes : Connects users through aggregated notes, drives inspiration through shared experiences, and enables real-time sharing and review through GenAI.
bluequest - Campus Exploration App : Use React Native to gamify campus tours and create a rich exploration experience for the University of Toronto.
Best Security Hack Prize Winners
Off the Hook : An alternate reality game that educates users on cybersecurity by simulating phishing attack scenarios.
Young, Smart, Financially Savvy Prize Winners
RBveal : A phishing simulation tool that uses real-life scenarios to increase cybersecurity awareness, leveraging Twilio, OpenAI, and Express.js technologies.
Best Domain Name from GoDaddy Registry Prize Winners
SnapQuest : Encouraging creativity and community interaction through location-based photography prompts, using Oracle Cloud and MongoDB.
Best Use of Midnight Prize Winners
Scribble : Leverages augmented reality with geo-tagged notes, using Midnight’s zk-proof technology to maintain privacy and enable rich location-based interactions.
Best Use of Terraform Prize Winners
FlowShield : A platform that improves transaction security by aggregating detailed data, enabling high-precision fraud detection for merchants around the world.
Best AI Project with Databricks Open Source Prize Winners
Pitch, Please : Uses AI to assist startups with mock presentations, providing practical presentation feedback and AI-driven role analysis.
Best Use of Generative AI Prize Winners
Best Developer Tool Prize Winners
CodeView : Transforms handwritten code into insightful analysis, assesses quality, and converts pseudocode into Python, enabling developers to automatically calculate time complexity.
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About the Organizer
UofTHacks
As Canadas first student-organized hackathon, UofTHacks is known for being a platform where innovative ideas become reality. This vibrant community brings together more than 500 developers, designers, and entrepreneurs for 36 hours of intensive sessions that emphasize innovation and collaboration. By supporting experienced developers and newcomers alike, UofTHacks is committed to unlocking potential and turning forward-thinking ideas into impactful projects. Its mission is to inspire and empower participants to combine passion with purpose to advance technology and innovation within the industry.
