Session A - In person
Prizes announced at the opening ceremony
Session B - Virtual Asynchronous
Winner Certificate - First Place Winner Team or Participant
Swift Club at FIU - 305 HackShells June 2026
THE EVENT IS ORGANIZED BY SWIFT CLUB AT FIU
Part of the Hack University Ecosystem — an initiative made possible by Google Developer Group at FIU (GDG at FIU), Code Crunch, ColorStack at FIU, CAHSI at FIU, Raspberry Pi Code Crunch, Swift Club at FIU, and Upsilon Phi Epsilon.
305 Hack Shells 🐚 🌊☀️
Jun 1 – 30, 2026
In person + Virtual Async
All majors · 13+
The Summer Apps · Wellness · Community theme will be unlocked after verifying registration with the OneStopForm No. 1. Verified participants unlock each session's official challenge prompt once that session starts — the Virtual Asynchronous prompt is live for all of June, and the in-person prompt unlocks the morning of the event. Build a real app, prototype, or product demo with Swift, modern AI tools, and vibe-coding workflows — from anywhere.
Event Sessions
305 HackShells June 2026
This summer edition includes an in person session on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Florida International University and a virtual asynchronous session that runs the whole month of June. Official Summer Apps, Wellness, and Community details are unlocked only after participant verification.
Participant Access
Unlock Participant Perk/Resources (When Applicable), Theme & Prompt
Complete the event RSVP prior to or during the event to receive updates, resources information, and any live updates via email or Discord.
Special Track
Google DevFest — HackShells Special
305 HackShells joins Google DevFest across two seasons.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
You are welcome even if you are not planning to submit a project and just want to learn from sessions, explore tools, or meet new people.
Who is eligible to participate?
Any major is welcome. Any learner worldwide can participate in the virtual asynchronous session, and in person too. Learners and builders can participate from around the world and from any country, following any Devpost eligibility exceptions or restrictions that may apply.
Do I need prior hackathon experience?
No. 305 Hacks are designed to be welcoming for first-time participants as well as returning builders.
Can I join without a team?
Yes. You can join solo and form a team at the event. Teams can have 1 to 4 people max.
Is there a prize for the winning team?
Yes. Session B (Virtual Asynchronous) always awards a Winner Certificate to the first place winner team or participant. In person (Session A) prizes are announced at the opening ceremony. Restrictions apply, and the project must meet all project submission requirements to be selected as the winner. Find details of recognition or prizes in section "Event Sessions".
What kinds of projects fit 305 Hacks?
Apps, prototypes, startup concepts, creative software, and learner-focused tools are all a strong fit, especially ideas with thoughtful UX, a clear user need, and a compelling demo. We want 305 Hacks to feel like a launchpad for future tech entrepreneurs, not just a coding competition.
How will projects be evaluated?
Projects will be evaluated based on the strength of the idea, the quality of the delivery, and the level of innovation. A fully coded product is not required, but every team should present something that makes the concept feel real, such as a strong prototype, product flow, demo, or experience that clearly shows how it would work in practice. Winners will be selected based on how convincingly the team brings the concept to life and how much potential the project shows.
What happens at the end of the hack?
Teams polish their project, submit their work, and present during the closing virtual showcase and judging session.
Where will event updates and resources be posted?
Organizers will use the 305 HackShells GitHub event page and check-in to share live information, resources, and event updates with participants who RSVP.
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