Get inspired and make something!

Why should you come to Startup Hackathon + Global Game Jam?

Startup Hackathon + Global Game Jam isn’t just for developers and programmers, it’s for everyone that wants to turn ideas into something real. Not only is it a great way to meet other people in the community, you’ll also learn a thing or two as you make something real – in 54 hours. So, if you’re a designer, marketer, educator, or just interested in what it takes to build an app or make a game, this event is for you.

3 reasons why you should come:

1. Learn by making something
Ever had an idea for an app or game, but didn’t know how to turn it into reality? Here’s your chance to discover new skills by working alongside other creative, technical and entrepreneurial people in the community. For coders, learn a bit about design and user experience. For designers, learn about code and programming. For business types, learn about product development and what it takes turn ideas into real products.

2. Meet someone new
There’s plenty of talent throughout our community whether it’s students or seasoned industry pros. Startup Hackathon + Global Game Jam brings all those people together and creates a massive brain trust in our community from which new prototypes, products, and ultimately, startups, will come from.

3. Take the first step towards a startup
We all have ideas for the next great app, game and startup. Maybe you have a job, maybe you’re in school, and if you only had time, money, and a certain skill, you would start working on something. Here’s your chance to at least get started and take that first step towards building something great. It’s amazing what happens when you have a little bit of a constraint (like 54 hours) to make something happen.

So what are you waiting for? Get inspired and make something this weekend at Startup Hackathon + Global Game Jam!

Click here to register today!

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Posted Jan 23, 2012 @ 3:38 filed under Events