Download or read book Hackathons written by Kerry Hinton and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2016-12-15 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the computer age, technology is advancing at lightning speeds. All over the world today, the brightest minds gather to solve problems and create exciting new ideas in hackathons. At these events, a wide range of people competes, collaborates, and creates like never before. In this title, readers will learn about the different kinds of hackers and what to expect at a hackathon. They’ll also discover what organizations run hackathons, the different subjects the events cover, and how they can benefit by attending one. Skills and advice for operating one’s own hackathon are also included.