Dev Season of Code (DSOC) 2026 is a global, professional hackathon designed to encourage innovation, collaboration, and real-world problem solving through technology. The event brings together coders, professionals, and independent developers to build impactful solutions across software engineering, artificial intelligence, data, and emerging technologies.

DSOC focuses on practical implementation, open innovation, and hands-on learning, giving participants the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, receive expert feedback, and gain global recognition.

Whether you’re exploring new technologies or refining production-ready solutions, Dev Season of Code is a platform to learn by building.

 

For Jury and Sponsorship : devseasonofcode@gmail.com

 

 

What Makes Dev Season of Code Unique

 

  • 🌍 Global Participation – Open to developers worldwide

  • 💡 Project-Driven Learning – Emphasis on real, usable solutions

  • 👩‍⚖️ Experienced Jury Panel – Industry professionals and researchers

  • 📜 Official & Verifiable Certificates – Lifetime verification

  • 🤝 Community & Growth – Opportunities for future collaborations and events

 

Hackathon Themes

 

Participants may submit projects under one or more of the following themes:

1. Software Development & Engineering

Web applications, mobile apps, APIs, system architecture, developer tools, and scalable platforms.

  2. Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

AI models, automation systems, predictive analytics, natural language processing, and intelligent applications.

  3. Data Science & Business Analytics

Data pipelines, analytics dashboards, insight generation, and decision-support systems for businesses.

  4. AI-Driven Commercial Decision Systems

Solutions that use AI or advanced analytics to support business strategy, forecasting, and operational decision-making.

  5. Finance & Financial Technology

Fintech platforms, digital payments, financial management systems, and investment or accounting tools.

  6. Finance & Tax Technology

Innovations in tax automation, compliance platforms, financial reporting, and regulatory technology solutions.

7. Sales & Marketing Technology

Customer acquisition platforms, marketing analytics tools, CRM systems, sales automation, and growth technologies.

  8. Business Management & Consultancy Solutions

Enterprise management tools, consulting frameworks, operational strategy platforms, and workflow optimization systems.

9. Business Development & Commercial Platforms

Solutions designed to support startup growth, partnerships, market expansion, and commercial strategy.

10. Design & Manufacturing Innovation

Projects related to product design, furniture design, digital fabrication, manufacturing optimization, and industrial innovation.

 

Requirements

Submission Requirements

Each team or individual submission must include:

  • Project title and short description

  • Problem statement and solution overview

  • Technical implementation details

  • Code repository link (GitHub / GitLab / Bitbucket)

  • Demo video or presentation (recommended)

  • Tools, datasets, or frameworks used

Guidelines:

  • Projects must be original and built during the hackathon

  • Teams can be individual or up to 10 members

  • Clearly mention any third-party libraries or APIs used

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

$5,450+ in prizes
+ other prizes
First Place – Dev Season of Code Champion
$2,000 in cash
1 winner

Awarded to the most outstanding project of the hackathon.

Recognition includes:

Official Winner Certificate

Special recognition from the Jury Panel

Featured placement on the hackathon platform and official media channels

Premium Dev Season of Code Swag Kit

Recognition as the overall champion of Dev Season of Code 2026

Second Place – Runner-Up Award
$1,200 in cash
1 winner

Presented to a project demonstrating exceptional technical execution and creativity.

Recognition includes:

Runner-Up Certificate

Jury commendation for technical excellence

Highlighted listing on official platforms

Dev Season of Code Swag Kit

Third Place – Merit Award
$750 in cash
1 winner

Awarded to a high-quality project with strong innovation and implementation.

Recognition includes:

Merit Certificate

Organiser recognition

Dev Season of Code Swag Kit

Participation & Completion Recognition
1,000 winners

We value the dedication and effort of every participant. All teams that submit eligible projects will receive:

Participation Certificate (official and verifiable)

Recognition for successfully completing Dev Season of Code 2026

Eligibility for future hackathons, challenges, and community initiatives

Access to post-event updates and resources

Theme-Based Recognition Awards
$150 in cash
10 winners

In addition to the overall prizes, selected projects will receive special recognition for excellence within specific innovation domains.

1. Best AI Project

Recognizing innovative solutions that use AI or data-driven technologies to support commercial strategy, forecasting, or business intelligence.

2. Best Fintech Project

Awarded to a project addressing financial management, taxation systems, fintech tools, or financial automation platforms.

3. Best Sales & Marketing Innovation

Recognizing tools or platforms that improve customer acquisition, marketing analytics, sales automation, or growth strategy.

4. Best Business Management or Consultancy Solution

Awarded to a project that improves organizational management, consulting workflows, or enterprise operational efficiency.

5. Best Business Development Platform

Recognizing solutions designed to support startup growth, partnership management, strategic expansion, or commercial operations.

6. Best Software Development Solution

Awarded to the project demonstrating strong engineering practices, scalable architecture, or innovative software implementation.

7. Best Design & Manufacturing Concept

Recognizing innovative ideas related to product design, furniture design, or manufacturing processes.

8. Best in IOT

Awarded to the project demonstrating strong engineering practices, scalable architecture, or innovative implementation.

9. Best in Drone Tech

Awarded to the project demonstrating strong engineering practices or innovative implementation.

10. Best in Health
Awarded to the project demonstrating innovative software implementation in healthtech.

Referral & Community Bonus
250 winners

Referral Benefits Include:

Participation Swag Bonus for referring new participants

Referral Recognition Certificate

Additional swags & merchandise

Special recognition as a Community Ambassador

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation
  • Responsiveness
  • Functionality
  • Creativity & Uniqueness
  • Design & Aesthetics

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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