How to Win an AI Hackathon in 48 Hours

Join Andriy Kostenko, a Full-Stack Software Engineer, for a practical session on how to design, build, and present a winning AI project in just 48 hours.

Using Python + JavaScript + AI — a battle-tested playbook for speed, impact, and demo-day domination.

Andriy shares the exact strategy he used to win an AI hackathon — from choosing the right idea and tech stack to building a fast MVP and delivering a demo judges remember. Rather than focusing on perfect architecture, this session reveals how to prioritize speed, clarity, and impact, using modern AI tools and a streamlined stack.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM MST
Location: Calgary Public Library - Memorial Park, Meeting Room 2
- 1221 2 Street Southwest, Calgary, AB T2R 1N8
Cost: Free!
Format: In-person presentation with networking

What You’ll Learn

The Winning Mindset: Why most developers fail at hackathons and how to approach them strategically
The Tech Stack That Wins: Using FastAPI, React/Next.js, and modern AI models to build fast prototypes
The 48-Hour Execution Plan: A realistic timeline for turning an idea into a working demo
Building a Strong MVP: Why one impressive feature beats a large unfinished product
Demo Strategy: How to design a presentation that impresses judges and stands out

Key Topics

Fast MVP architecture for hackathons
Integrating AI models into real applications
Vision models and practical AI use cases
Building APIs quickly with FastAPI
Rapid UI development with React
Designing demos that create a “wow” moment

Who This Talk Is For

Developers interested in AI hackathons
Engineers who want to prototype AI products quickly
Startup builders looking to validate ideas fast
Anyone curious about real-world AI development workflows

Get the Code

A public repository will be provided for attendees to build upon and use in their own projects.

Networking

Stick around after the session to network with fellow developers interested in AI, rapid prototyping, and modern development practices.

Register

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