BP-Imperial Hackathon

ICAH is excited to announce its next Hackathon with the theme of Voice-Activated Technology.

Theme:

Voice Activated Technology

Description:

More than 20% of Google searches on mobile devices are now conducted by voice. Voice activated technology, such as Amazon’s Alexa and Google Home, is fast-becoming mainstream. This increasingly acceptance – and reliance – on voice activated technology opens up a world of exciting opportunities. Can we drive a car using only our voice? Will our cars be able to tell from our tone of speech when we’re getting sleepy, and should pull over? Can we ask our cars to warn when an oil change is needed and recommend a local garage? Will mention of a family trip tomorrow over the dinner table result in our cars automatically receiving an itinerary of suggested fuel stops en route?

The BP-Imperial Hackathon, is an open hackathon, and will explore the potential ways BP can use voice activated technology to connect with their customers. Approximately ten multidisciplinary teams with brainstorm, innovate, prototype and develop ways for BP to use voice-activated technology.

Free workshops for participants:

Amazon, Zubie, Olyslager, and BP on 14th June 2017, 2 - 6 pm.
In this workshops and team consultation session, you get the opportunity to learn more about the technology, and also discuss your ideas. You can also get help on how to use the APIs and technology from the experts.

Equipment to be hacked:

Our sponsors have kindly provided equipment which will be available to take apart and innovate. Amazon Dots, Raspberry Pi, and others electronic kits upon request!

Key Dates:

9th June 2017, 6 pm (Required to attend): Kick-off event, and team forming.
14th June 2017, 2 - 6 pm : Special Hackathon Workshop.
17th - 18th June 2017 (Required to attend): Hackathon weekend!

Prizes:

Up to £5000.00 to be won!

Sign up now!