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Short, specific strategies from 36+ wins. No fluff, just the ideas that help you build sharper and pitch better.

Apr 30, 20268 min read

9 Hackathon Pitch Mistakes I Saw at LA Hacks

Avoid these hackathon pitch mistakes from LA Hacks judging: tailor your pitch, simplify slides, demo the main flow, and leave Q&A time for better scores.

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Apr 21, 20269 min read

How to Build with ElevenLabs and Cursor at a Hackathon

Build voice AI hackathon projects with ElevenLabs and Cursor. The exact PRD-first, MCP-driven, test-driven workflow Bill uses to ship in hours.

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Apr 12, 202610 min read

Non-Coders Winning Hackathons: How Doctors, Lawyers & Experts Beat Developers

In 2026, non-coders are winning major hackathons using AI tools like Cursor and Claude Code. Learn how professionals with zero programming experience are building winning apps with vibe coding.

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Apr 10, 20268 min read

Hackathon Pitch Guide: How to Present Your Project and Win Prizes

Master the art of hackathon pitching. Learn pitch structure, storytelling techniques, demo best practices, and how to handle judge Q&A. Includes templates from 36+ winning presentations.

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Apr 8, 20269 min read

Hackathon Tips for Beginners: Your First Hackathon Survival Guide

First hackathon? This beginner's guide covers everything you need to know: what to bring, how to find a team, what to build, common mistakes, and how to make the most of your first hackathon experience.

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Apr 5, 202610 min read

Best Tech Stack for Hackathons in 2026: Tools That Win Prizes

Discover the best technology and tools to use at hackathons in 2026. From frameworks to AI APIs, deployment platforms, and databases, here's what winning teams actually use.

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Apr 1, 202612 min read

How to Win Hackathons: A Complete Guide from 36+ Victories

Battle-tested strategies from 36+ hackathon wins and $100K+ in prizes. Learn the 7-phase system for hackathon success covering team formation, ideation, execution, pitching, and more.

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