SEPT 1 - 11, 2024

Virtual Hackathon focused on API innovation, with
a special emphasis on Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Submission period: September 1 - 11, 2024
Assemble your team and start hacking now

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Embark on a journey of innovation with Kong's virtual Hackathon! Build upon our existing ecosystem by creating plugins, extensions, and integrations, or forge new paths by developing groundbreaking applications and services that leverage the power of Kong's API platform.

Join us in this virtual arena where ideas come to life, and together, we'll redefine what's achievable with Kong and shape the future of API innovation. The stage is yours, and the possibilities are endless. Let's build something extraordinary!

Prize

The top 5 contributions will be awarded cash prizes!

TOP PRIZES

1st Place: $1,000 Gift Card
2nd Place: $1,000 Gift Card

RUNNER-UP PRIZES

3rd Place: $500 Gift Card
4th Place: $500 Gift Card
5th Place: $500 Gift Card

All approved contributions will receive 
a digital 2024 API Summit Hackathon contributor badge.

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Submission Categories

✨ Bonus points for the use of AI in all contributions ✨

TOP PRIZE

Built for Kong

Extend Kong's functionality by creating plugins, extensions, or tools that enhance the Kong ecosystem.

Example
A custom plugin that adds advanced logging and analytics capabilities to Kong.

TOP PRIZE

Built on Kong

Develop innovative applications, services, or integrations that leverage Kong's API platform to solve real-world challenges.

Example
A mobile app that utilizes Kong's API gateway to securely access and manage IoT devices.

RUNNER UP

Best Use of AI

Incorporate artificial intelligence techniques to create intelligent and adaptive solutions that integrate with Kong.

Example
An AI-powered plugin that automatically detects and blocks malicious API requests.

RUNNER UP

Most Innovative (Judge's Choice)

Showcase your creativity and technical prowess with a project that pushes the boundaries of what's possible with Kong.

Example
A novel approach to API orchestration that optimizes performance and reduces latency.

RUNNER UP

Best Presentation

Deliver a clear, engaging, and visually appealing presentation that effectively showcases your project and its impact.

Example
A well-structured, engaging, and creative demo video that highlights the key features and benefits of your solution.

See Last Year’s Winning Submissions
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RULES

Sept 1 - 11, 2024 5 pm US Eastern Time

Submit a brief description of your project, short video of it in action, and GitHub repo (optional).


You may submit projects that were created before the submission period. 
You are not required to attend API Summit in order for your submission to be considered.

Hackathon FAQs

2023 Winners