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IBM Z Datathon
FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
$30K+ IN PRIZES
2024 Event Details Coming Soon - Stay Tuned!
IBM Z DATATHON
OCT 19TH | FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
$30K+ IN PRIZES
DATATHON THEME
TECHNOLOGY
FOR GOOD.
As data science grows in popularity and effectiveness, the IBM Z Datathon will look for projects that use data to impact the world in a positive way.
DATATHON THEME
TECHNOLOGY
FOR GOOD.
In the era of AI, where data serves as the heartbeat of innovation, the IBM Z Datathon seeks to propel forward projects that harness the power of data and technology to pioneer solutions addressing pressing social challenges.
WHAT IS A DATATHON?
Use data science resources to create solutions to practical problems in teams and in an intensive and collaborative environment.
ONLINE
24-HOURS
DATA-DRIVEN
GLOBAL
DATATHON EVENTS
DATATHON KICKOFF
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IBM Z Day Oct 1st
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IBM Z Xplore
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Multiple Raffle Prizes
DATATHON DAY
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Keynote by IBM Z thought leaders
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Exciting New Technologies
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IBM Z Subject Matter Expert Support
PARTICIPATIONPERKS
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Access to IBM Z Platform
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Network with IBM Z Subject Matter Experts
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Connect with Students Globally
IBM Z Datathon Guidelines
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There is no ONE problem statement. As a team, you choose a problem you see / are experiencing in the world around you - Tech For Good Theme
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Build a pitch deck that clearly states
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Problem Statement
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Data to support the problem
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How your solution uses the IBM Z platform to address the problem
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Video submission describing your project should be NO more than 3 mins
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Share Github link of your project in your submission
DATATHON PRIZES
Global Datathon Prizes
$1000
+ 3 month mentorship from IBM
+ 3 month IBM Z access
FIRST PRIZE
$750
+ 3 month mentorship from IBM
+ 3 month IBM Z access
SECOND PRIZE
$500
+ 3 month mentorship from IBM
+ 3 month IBM Z access
THIRD PRIZE
Regional In-person Event Prizes
Top 2 teams from each in-person event will also be recognized
Winning teams will be invited to speak at industry conferences
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2023 EVENT OVERVIEW
Highlights
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Over $30K in Cash Prizes Awarded
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Participants learned about IBM Z and how it runs the world’s economy
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Winners were mentored by IBM Z Subject Matter Experts
IBM Z Datathon 2023 Winner's Success Story
2023 IBM Z Datathon Highlights
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