About the challenge

Tell us about the problem your project solves and why it matters. Explain the idea behind your solution, the target users, and the impact you want to create. You can also share what makes your project unique compared to existing solutions.

• What problem are you solving?
• Who will benefit from your project?
• Why did you choose this idea?
• What makes your solution different or innovative?
• What impact do you hope to create through this challenge?

Get started

Explain how someone can set up and run your project locally. Include installation steps, required tools, environment setup, and commands needed to start the application.

• What are the prerequisites?
• How can someone install dependencies?
• How do users run the frontend and backend?
• Are there any environment variables or API keys required?
• How can contributors test the project locally?

To submit your project successfully on Devpost, make sure you include:

• Team of 1 member only

• A working prototype or demo (web, mobile, backend, hardware — anything goes)

• A clear project description explaining:

  • What problem you’re solving

  • How your solution works

  • What makes it unique or impactful

• A list of technologies used

• A public GitHub repository (recommended)

• A short demo video (2–3 minutes)

🏆 Best Use of Gemini API (Optional Category)

If you’re aiming for the Best Use of Gemini API prize:

• You must actively integrate Google Gemini APIs into your project

• Clearly explain how Gemini is used and why it adds value

• Don’t forget to opt into the category during submission

• Gemini API Integration
  Projects must integrate the Google Gemini API as a core part of their solution. Only projects with a functional Gemini API implementation will be eligible for judging. The integration should provide meaningful AI-powered functionality .