What to Build

Note: To ensure fair competition, all submissions must be developed within the official timeframe of the hackathon. Projects that are created prior to this timeframe or have been used in previous hackathons or competitions will be disqualified and will not be eligible for judging.

For the Ingenium STEM Spring Hacks 1.0, participants are encouraged to create STEM-related projects inspired by the Spring season that incorporate Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. This can include:

1. Smart Allergy Forecast App: Use real-time weather and pollen data to alert users of allergy risks in their area, with personalized health tips and medication reminders.
2. AI-Based Seasonal Crop Advisor: Develop an AI tool for small-scale farmers or community gardens to recommend optimal spring crops, planting schedules, and care routines.
3. Eco-Friendly Spring Cleaning Assistant: Build a sustainability-focused tool that recommends green cleaning products, recycling methods, and donation locations for spring decluttering.
4. Spring Wildlife Monitoring App: Create an app that uses computer vision or citizen reports to track seasonal wildlife movements, migration, and local biodiversity patterns.
5. Smart Rainwater Harvesting System: Design an IoT system that collects and monitors spring rainfall for garden or community water reuse, with mobile alerts and water usage stats.
6. Community Garden Coordination Platform: A platform that helps local communities organize spring planting, share resources, and track growth through a collaborative dashboard.
7. AI-Powered Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Companion: Spring can bring mood changes. Develop a chatbot or mood tracker with springtime mental health resources and daily positive habit suggestions.
8. Real-Time Air Quality and Pollen Monitor: Use sensors or APIs to provide real-time air and pollen quality data for springtime outdoor safety, especially helpful for people with asthma.
9. Spring Festival and Local Events Mapper: A crowdsourced map of spring events, clean-up drives, flower festivals, or sustainability fairs to encourage local engagement and exploration.
10. Plant and Tree Identifier for Spring Bloom: A mobile app using image recognition to identify blooming plants, trees, or flowers in your area and educate users about native species.

Remember, your project should leverage technology to solve real-world problems and create a tangible impact on society while still being related to the new season.

For your submission to the Ingenium STEM Spring Hacks 1.0, please ensure you include the following:

1. GitHub Repository:
   • Share a link to your GitHub repository containing all the source code, documentation, and any other relevant materials. Ensure your code is well-documented to help judges understand your implementation.
   • Include a README file with a clear description of your project, the problem it addresses, the solution, and the impact it aims to make. Provide setup and usage instructions.
2. Google Docs (for No-Code Projects):
   
   • If your project is a no-code solution, provide a comprehensive Google Docs file detailing your project. This should include the problem statement, your solution, the impact, and how it addresses the topic of social good.
   • Include screenshots, diagrams, and any other relevant materials to effectively convey your project's features and functionality.
3. Online Project Link:
   
   • If your project is deployed and available online, provide a link to the live project. Use platforms like Vercel, Heroku, GitHub Pages, or any other hosting service to make your project accessible for the judges to view and interact with.
4. Submission Video (Optional):
   
   • You may include a video (up to 3 minutes) demonstrating your project. This video should walk through your project, highlighting its features, functionality, and user interface. Mention the technologies used and how it addresses the topic of social good.
   • Upload the video to a platform like YouTube or Vimeo and provide the link in your submission.

Make sure your submission is well-organized and easy to navigate. Clear and thorough documentation will help judges understand and evaluate your project effectively. Good luck, and we look forward to seeing your innovative solutions for social good!