This is a global platform to put your ingenious ideas into action and build groundbreaking solutions with Zoho's powerful developer tools and platforms. We believe no problem is too big and no idea is too small, so why wait?! Participate in the hackathon and show off your skills!

Categories

Cliq Platform
Client Script
CRM Functions
Extensions
SalesIQ Zobot
Creator
Catalyst
 

What’s the entry fee?

There isn’t one! You can attend this virtual hackathon at the comfort of your home, free of cost. The only prerequisite is to register yourself.

 

Who can participate?

  • Anyone (18 years or older) with a passion to build high-quality applications
  • Lone wolves or teams of up to 3
  • Anyone with an understanding of Zoho Developer Platforms*
  • The hackathon is not open to Zoho Employees

    • *We recommend familiarizing yourself with the developer tools offered by Zoho, by accessing any of the resources available here. Please contact the Zoho Developer Community team for more information to help you prepare for the hackathon.

 

What do we evaluate?

  • How your project solves a real-world problem
  • Originality and creativity of your project
  • The project's effectiveness and usability
  • Quality of the code and implementation
  • Scope of the solution (Scalability)
  • UI/UX
  • Presentation of the solution (Summary/Slideshow/Video Recording)
 

What’s up for grabs?

  • Prizes worth $1000 and Zoho Developer Community Merchandise for the top 3 overall winners
  • Zoho Developer Community Merchandise for the top 2 submissions in each category
  • Certificate of participation for all who submit their projects before the deadline
  • Opportunity to monetize your project by adding it to Zoho Marketplace
Terms and Conditions

Phases

Registration

Nov 14 – Nov 29
Registration
  • Register for the hackathon using this form
  • Fill in team details
  • Fill in the product(s) or platform(s) you’re planning to use

Development and Submission

Nov 30 – Dec 22
Development
  • A Zoho One test account enabled with the essential products to build your project will be provided*
  • Develop your project
  • Technical support will be available on demand
  • Third-party service integration with your project is allowed
*Development done only in this account will be qualified for evaluation.
Submission
  • Instructions to submit your project will be shared in an email
  • Submissions after the deadline will not be allowed

Evaluation and Results

Dec 23 onwards
Evaluation
  • The submission will be evaluated on multiple parameters by the jury, involving experts from different product verticals
Results
  • Winners will receive an email
  • An official announcement will be made on the website, social media, and Developers ZUG Cliq channel

Please note: Uploading any submission constitutes the registrants' consent to give Zoho Corporation a royalty-free, irrevocable, perpetual, non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, create derivative works from, and display such submissions in whole or in part, on a worldwide basis, and to incorporate it into other works, in any form, media, or technology now known or later developed, including for promotional or marketing purposes.

FAQs

  • Can I register multiple times or join different teams?

  • Can I change my team after registration?

    Team changes after registration are not permitted.

  • Can I use a project I've already built?

    To ensure a level playing field, we accept projects submitted only using the Zoho One test account provided after registration. This account gives you access to all the tools you need to create something amazing!

  • Can I use my own Zoho account for development?

    For this hackathon, we'll provide a dedicated Zoho One test account to simplify the development process. It has everything you need to get started. Work submitted only through this account will qualify for evaluation.

  • How many projects can I develop?

    Applicants may work either individually or on only one team, and each team can submit only one entry, which should be from one or more of the seven categories mentioned above.

  • Can I edit my project after submission?

    The submission deadline marks the end of the development phase. To ensure timely evaluation, access to the test account will be revoked after the deadline. However, we highly recommend making a copy of your work beforehand if you'd like to continue working on it in your own account after the development deadline.

  • Can I access my project after the hackathon?

    We recommend making copies of your work as access to the test account will be revoked after the submission deadline. This way, your hard work isn't lost, and you can continue developing your project in your own account after the hackathon.

  • Can I publish my project on the Zoho Marketplace?

    Absolutely! We highly encourage submitting your projects, through your own account, for the Zoho Marketplace review process. Once approved, you can publish your creation and potentially reach a wider audience. If you'd like help setting up your own account, write to us and we'll guide you through the process.

  • Whom can I contact if I face technical challenges during the hackathon?

    Please reach out to developer-community@zohocorp.com for any hackathon-related queries.

Ready to code your way to victory?

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