Hackathons : Why You Should Join

When you first hear the word hackathon, you might think it’s about hacking into systems. But actually, hackathons are events where students, developers, and innovators come together to build projects in a short time—usually 24 to 48 hours.

🌟 Why Join a Hackathon?

1. Learn by Doing – In class you study theory, but hackathons let you turn ideas into real projects. You gain hands-on skills faster than normal.
2. Teamwork – You’ll work with friends or new people, just like in real companies. This helps improve communication and collaboration.
3. Speed & Focus – A project that normally takes weeks is built in days because hackathons push you to focus and avoid procrastination.
4. Networking – Many tech companies and mentors attend hackathons. Some even secretly watch participants and invite them for internships or interviews.
5. Placements & Offers – Today, many companies hire directly through hackathons. If you build something creative, it can open the door to job offers and PPOs (Pre-Placement Offers).

🚩 Myths About Hackathons

• “They are only for experts.” – Wrong! Beginners learn the most.
• “It’s only coding.” – No, design, ideas, and teamwork matter too.
• “It won’t help in future.” – In reality, hackathons are becoming a key path for placements in tech companies.

🔮 Why Hackathons Are the Future

Companies love students who can think, build, and deliver under pressure. That’s exactly what hackathons test. For CSE students, joining hackathons means learning faster, building a strong portfolio, and standing out in placements.