Welcome to the Data I/O Challenge, where you'll explore real-world datasets, uncover insights, and develop impactful data-driven solutions!
📣 What You’ll Do:
✅ Work individually or in teams to analyze datasets
✅ Create meaningful visualizations and insights
✅ Present your findings to industry professionals
👥 Organized by: Big Data & Analytics Association (BDAA)
✉ Contact Us: [email protected]
🚀 Below is the full event schedule, including key sessions, work blocks, and our Game Arena Chill & Work Space.
| Time | Activity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | 📝 Registration & Check-in | Participants check in, receive materials, and network. |
| 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | 🎤 Kick-Off Ceremony | Welcome remarks, challenge overview, and guest speaker. |
| 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | 🏗️ Work Time Block 1 | Teams begin exploring datasets and brainstorming ideas. |
| 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM | 🖥️ Workshop 1: Setting up Dev Environment | Learn how to set up your development environment for efficient work. |
| 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM | 🍽 Lunch Break | Enjoy a meal while networking with participants and mentors. |
| 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 🔬 Work Time Block 2 | Deep dive into data analysis, model building, and visualization. |
| 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM | 📊 Workshop 2: Visualization, Dashboards, and Intro to Tableau | Learn the basics of data visualization, dashboard creation, and Tableau. |
| 3:00 PM - | ||
| 7:00 PM | 🎮 Chill Time & Workspace | Game Arena (Game & Chill) CoHatch (Work & Collab) |
| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | ⏳ Project Submission Deadline | Teams finalize and submit their projects. |
| 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | 📢 Judging | Judges review submissions. |
| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | 🏆 Awards & Closing Ceremony | Winners announced, certificates awarded, and event wrap-up. |
✅ Choose a track that fits your experience level.
✅ Download the dataset(s) and start exploring.
✅ Use data visualization tools (Python, Tableau, Excel, etc.) to present insights.
✅ Submit your deliverables before the deadline!
🚀 Get started and show us what you can uncover! 🚀
📍 Recommended Tools for Analysis & Visualization
🔹 Data Analysis:
📊 Visualization Tools:
📜 Helpful Tutorials:
📍 Stay connected throughout the event!
📌 Join Our Discord: Discord Link
📌 Mentorship Hours: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship
💡 Need guidance? Our mentors will be available to answer questions, provide technical support, and help refine your project.
📌 FAQ Section:
Q: Can I work in a team?
A: Yes! Teams of up to 4 people are allowed.
Q: What if I need help during the hackathon?
A: Mentors will be available in Discord and during mentorship hours (1-4 PM at Keenan). Feel free to reach out!
To complete the challenge, one person from your team must submit your deliverables by following the steps below:
1️⃣ Prepare Your Files
Ensure you have the following:
2️⃣ File Naming Format
Please name your files clearly using the following format:
📄 Presentation Deck: TeamName_EVChallenge.pdf or TeamName_CO2Challenge.pdf
📊 Visualization(s): TeamName_Visualization.png
🎥 Video Submission: TeamName_Presentation.mp4
3️⃣ Upload Your Files
4️⃣ Deadline
📝 Judging Criteria:
✔ Creativity – Innovative and insightful visualizations.
✔ Clarity – A well-structured and easy-to-follow presentation.
✔ Effort – Depth of analysis and thoughtful exploration.
✔ Presentation Quality – Engaging and professional delivery.
📊 For a detailed breakdown of how you'll be evaluated, please refer to the Judging Rubric.
🏆 Winners Announcement:
Results will be announced on Feb 8th, 2025 @7pm in person and will be posted on LinkedIn and our BDAA newsletter.