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Hackathon
A hackathon is an event where individuals, often possessing varied expertise in programming, design, and business, unite to jointly engage in creative projects. Participants collaborate in teams to address specific challenges, troubleshoot issues, or devise inventive solutions. Hackathons are widespread in the technology and programming sphere, promoting swift prototyping, idea generation, and the sharing of knowledge and skills.
They may focus on various themes such as software development, hardware projects, data analysis, or specific industry challenges. Participants often present their projects at the end of the hackathon, and prizes or recognition may be awarded for outstanding achievements.