Hackathon

BugsByte

13 - 15 February

What is it?

The BugsByte Hackathon is a non-stop competitive programming event that aims to foster collaboration and fun among its participants while providing them with closer contact with attending companies. The event lasts approximately 48 hours, during which each team develops a project based on themes proposed by the sponsoring companies. At the end of the event, the best projects are rewarded with monetary prizes.

This competition aims to not only sharpen an environment of active learning, mentorship, participants' technical expertise but also and networking will be nurtured, providing all cultivate essential soft skills that drive participants with the opportunity to take the project success. Through teamwork, time next step in their professional and academic management, communication, creativity, and journeys—all while enjoying the experience. critical thinking, participants will develop a well-rounded skill set crucial for achieving a successful project.

An environment of active learning, mentorship, participants' technical expertise but also and networking will be nurtured, providing all cultivate essential soft skills that drive participants with the opportunity to take the project success. Through teamwork, time next step in their professional and academic management, communication, creativity, and journeys—all while enjoying the experience. Critical thinking, participants will develop a well-rounded skill set crucial for achieving a successful project.

The fourth edition will be happening from

13TH TO 15TH FEBRUARY 2026

WHERE IS HAPPENING

Sports Complex of the University of Minho