HackSpire'25

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Select this track if you're building on Ethereum to be eligible for the prizes!

Ethereum Track

Best hack built on Ethereum

Aptos

### Overview

The Aptos Full-Stack Challenge invites builders and innovators to develop complete decentralized applications (dApps) on the Aptos blockchain. Whether you're building tools, infrastructure, or consumer-facing apps, this is your chance to demonstrate creativity and technical excellence using the Aptos ecosystem.

### Objective

Build and submit a **complete full-stack project** leveraging the **Aptos blockchain**. Projects should showcase real-world utility, seamless integration of smart contracts (Move language), and engaging frontend/backend implementations.

### Prizes

- **USD $25** for each team that submits a qualifying full-stack project.
- **Direct Entry** into the **Aptos Builders Residency** where we have a **prize pool of $1500**, providing mentorship, funding opportunities, and networking with leading Aptos developers and ecosystem partners.

### Judging Criteria

- **Functionality** – The dApp should work end-to-end with on-chain and off-chain components functioning seamlessly.
- **Technical Quality** – Code quality, architecture, and use of best practices.
- **Creativity & Innovation** – Unique use cases or novel applications of Aptos technology.
- **User Experience (UX/UI)** – Intuitive design, usability, and frontend polish.
- **Aptos Integration** – Depth of integration with Aptos, including smart contract usage, on-chain storage, etc.

### Resources

- [Aptos Docs](https://aptos.dev/)
- [Aptos GitHub](https://github.com/aptos-labs)

### Submission Requirements

- A fully functional full-stack dApp built on Aptos.
- GitHub repository with:
    - Frontend source code
    - Backend code (if applicable)
    - Smart contract code (in Move)
    - README with setup instructions, team info, and tech stack used
- 2–3 minute demo video explaining the project, its purpose, and how it works.


⚠️*Note: This is a reward-based initiative, not a competitive ranking; all qualifying projects will be rewarded.*

Complete full-stack project leveraging the Aptos blockchain

Build a Full Stack Project On APTOS

Axicov

### Overview

Axicov is a **Web3 infrastructure platform** enabling the rise of the **agent economy** — making autonomous AI agents discoverable, monetizable, and composable into workflows.

### Opportunity

Participants who build using **Axicov’s products/tools** during HackSpire’25 can access a **prize pool of USD $200**.

### Support Provided

- **Agent economy tools** — access to Axicov’s SDK, CLI, staking & namespace services, etc. [axicov-ai.gitbook.io](https://axicov-ai.gitbook.io/axicov-docs)
- **Guidance & onboarding** — documentation & support via Axicov Docs.
- **Prize incentive** — $200 pool for qualifying use of Axicov in projects.

### Judging / Eligibility Criteria

- Projects **must use Axicov’s product(s)** (SDK, agent services, workflows, etc.).
- Demonstrate **meaningful integration** — e.g., agent creation, namespace usage, or staking.

### Submission Requirement

- Provide a **GitHub repository** or project link with clear evidence of Axicov integration.
- Include a **short demo video** (2–3 minutes) or **screenshots** showcasing the integration.

### Resources

- [Axicov Docs](https://axicov-ai.gitbook.io/axicov-docs?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
- [Axicov Website](https://axicov.com)


> ⚡*Note: The $200 prize pool is reward-based, not competitive ranking — all qualifying projects will be considered.*
> 

Build using Axicov’s products/tools during HackSpire’25 can access a prize pool of USD $200

Build using Axicov’s products/tools

The **Best Use of AWS Track** invites developers and innovators to build projects that effectively utilize the power of **Amazon Web Services (AWS)** to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. Whether it’s a web app, AI-powered tool, or backend service, this track encourages participants to integrate AWS technologies creatively and demonstrate real-world impact through cloud innovation.

Builders are encouraged to leverage tools such as **AWS Lambda**, **Amplify**, **S3**, **DynamoDB**, **Bedrock**, and other AWS services to enhance scalability, reliability, and efficiency in their hackathon projects.

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### **Objective**

Develop and submit a project that **maximizes the potential of AWS cloud technologies** to solve real-world problems.
Your solution should showcase:

* Cloud-based scalability and performance
* Effective integration of AWS services
* Innovative problem-solving through serverless or AI-driven architectures

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### **Prizes**

🏆 **USD $250** for the winning team in the “Best Use of AWS” track

Winning teams will also receive **recognition from AWS and Devfolio**, along with opportunities to access additional AWS credits and resources through the **AWS Builder Program**.

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### **Judging Criteria**

Projects will be evaluated based on the following parameters:

* **Creativity & Innovation** – How uniquely AWS services are applied to the problem.
* **Technical Execution** – Code quality, scalability, and architecture design.
* **Impact & Usefulness** – Practical utility and problem-solving effectiveness.
* **AWS Integration Depth** – Breadth and depth of AWS service usage (e.g., Lambda, S3, Bedrock, DynamoDB, Amplify).
* **User Experience (UX/UI)** – Smooth and intuitive experience demonstrating technical polish.

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### **Submission Requirements**

To qualify for this track, submissions must include:

* A working prototype or project utilizing one or more AWS services.
* A **project submission on Devfolio** with the **“Best Use of AWS”** track selected.
* A **README** file containing:

  * Description of AWS services used and their purpose
  * Architecture overview (how AWS integrates into your solution)
  * Setup or deployment instructions
* A **2–3 minute demo video** explaining the project, its goals, and AWS implementation.

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### **Resources**

* [AWS Builder Center](https://builder.aws.com/?trk=1d57bb9e-f8ea-41cd-b74a-77fc937043a4&sc_channel=el) — Create your AWS Builder ID and access tools, credits, and resources.
* [AWS Developer Documentation](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/)
* [AWS Amplify Docs](https://docs.amplify.aws/)
* [AWS Lambda Docs](https://docs.aws.amazon.com/lambda/latest/dg/welcome.html)

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### ⚠️ **Note**

This is a **judged prize track** under the **Devfolio Student Hackathon Grants Program**, *in association with AWS.*
Projects must adhere to AWS branding and submission guidelines to be eligible for the award.

HackSpire'25

HackSpire'25

HackSpire'25$800

ETHIndia$100

Aptos$25

Axicov$200

AWS$250

HackSpire'25

$800 (Open): Prize Pool

ETHIndia

$100: Ethereum Track

Aptos

$25: Complete full-stack project leveraging the Aptos blockchain

Axicov

$200: Build using Axicov’s products/tools during HackSpire’25 can access a prize pool of USD $200

AWS

Best Use of AWS — In Association with AWS

$250: Best Use of AWS — In Association with AWS

HackSpire'25$800

ETHIndia$100

Aptos$25

Axicov$200

AWS$250

HackSpire'25

$800 (Open): Prize Pool

ETHIndia

$100: Ethereum Track

Aptos

$25: Complete full-stack project leveraging the Aptos blockchain

Axicov

$200: Build using Axicov’s products/tools during HackSpire’25 can access a prize pool of USD $200

AWS

Best Use of AWS — In Association with AWS

$250: Best Use of AWS — In Association with AWS