XR Seattle Podcast S1E08: The Future of Hackathons
Sep 10, 2020
Trond Nilsen, an experienced XR developer and director at Virtual Therapeutics, teams up with Nandini Ranganathan, a futurist and educator, to dive into the evolving world of hackathons. They explore how these collaborative events can drive innovation beyond coding, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and interdisciplinary participation. The duo discusses the impact of COVID on in-person gatherings and the rise of virtual formats that expand accessibility. They share insights on best practices, the future of hybrid hackathon models, and the unique spirit of community-driven innovation.
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From AR Command Table To VR Hackathon
- Trond turned an AR command-and-control project into a game when the contract fell through.
- He later helped start the Seattle VR Hackathon in 2015 which grew rapidly.
Birders And Engineers At An IoT Hack
- Nandini's first hackathon (2013) focused on IoT and mixed ecologists, birders, and engineers.
- Cross-disciplinary teams soldered sensors and learned from domain experts during the event.
Hackathons Are Community Work Sessions
- Hackathons are community working sessions where people collaborate intensely on projects.
- They foster learning, experimentation, and unexpected innovation across disciplines.
