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urban mobility
Mobility Data Hackathon
Aveiro: 5th of December
Lisbon: (TBC)
Languages: English & Portuguese
About
A Mobility Data Hackathon happening in 3 cities - Lisboa, Aveiro and Almada - where students and mobility enthusiasts passionate about Data Analysis, Big Data, Data Science, and related fields collaborate to tackle urban mobility challenges.
This event brings together university talent, municipalities, and industry mentors from Portugal's urban mobility sector to develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges.
Participants form teams and can either sign up as a group or join one during the event. Together, you will address city challenges presented by your chosen city.
With guidance from Mobility and Data expert mentors, you will create your solution and then pitch your projects to a jury consisting of Academic community members, Municipal representatives and partners.
Why Apply?
Prizes
750€ to the best teams in each city
Problem-Solving
Mobility Data Hackathon will provide you with access to real-world data sets related to mobility. Analysing this data allows you to gain insights into the underlying factors contributing to mobility challenges in Portuguese cities.
Networking
Connect with peers from across Portugal and dive into the regional mobility community, comprising companies, mentors, municipalities, and representatives from Europe's premier urban mobility innovation network.
Personal & professional growth
Step out of the classroom and into real-world problem-solving. Gain practical experience that enriches your CV, showcases your skills, and unlocks new career paths.
Create real impact
Strengthen the link between the academic community and technology-based companies. Stand a chance to partner with a city or renowned mobility corporation to create impactful projects, applying your skills in real-world settings.
Program Structure
1. Kick off - 2 Dec (10:00-12:00): Online event for all participants in the 3 City Hackathons.
2. Brainstorming: Online 1-to-1 meetings with the mentors.
3. Live Hackathon Aveiro - 5 Dec (8:00-18:00): In person event to develop the solutions.
4. Live Hackathon Lisboa/Almada - Date TBC (8:00-18:00): In person event to develop the solutions.
5. Commemorate and Beyond - 18 Dec (10:00-12:00) Presentation of results and awards.
3 Cities, 3 Hackathons
Choose your city and your challenge
The challengesEver experienced the headache of Lisbon's traffic jams? Despite the sunny skies and breathtaking views, getting stuck in traffic can ruin your day. We have collected the right datasets to help you navigate this urban maze.
Do you have the right solution for Lisbon? Click the button below to join Lisbon Mobility Data Hackathon!
Almada is rich in all varieties of public transport. You can find ferry boats, trains, buses, and even MTS light rail. The intersection between all these modes of transport can be challenging, pushing the passengers away from public transport.
Do you have the right solution for Almada? Click the button below to join Almada Mobility Data Hackathon!
Aveiro Tech City provides mobility data based on an advanced classification algorithm capable of identifying pedestrians, bicycles, as well as other micro-mobility forms via a combination of cameras and sensors.
Do you have the right solution for Aveiro? Click the button below to join Aveiro Mobility Data Hackathon!
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FAQs
I am new to hackathons. What are they?
A hackathon is an event where tech enthusiasts collaborate intensively on innovative projects within a set timeframe. Participants form teams to work on solutions together. It's a fast-paced environment fostering creativity, teamwork, and rapid problem-solving.
How does it work?
1) Kick off - 2 Dec (10:00-12:00): Online event for all participants in the 3 City Hackathons.
2) Brainstorming: Online 1-to-1 meetings with the mentors.
3) Live Hackathon Aveiro - 5 Dec (8:00-18:00): In person event to develop the solutions.
4) Live Hackathon Lisboa/Almada - Date TBC (8:00-18:00): In person event to develop the solutions.
5) Commemorate and Beyond - 18 Dec (10:00-12:00) Presentation of results and awards.
Do I need to be a specialist to participate in
the Mobility Data Hackathon?
No expertise is required, but participants should possess basic data skills and demonstrate a keen interest in tackling mobility challenges. If this is the case, this event is perfect for you!
Is the program free?
Yes, the participation in the Mobility Data Hackathon is free of charge. There is no registration fee, and all attendees are welcome to join at no cost.
Where will the hackathon take place?
There will be two hackathon live events running in Lisboa (focusing in Lisboa and Almada) and Aveiro.
Do I need an idea to participate?
No previous idea is required. The challenges will be defined by the mentors and then shared with the participants.
How many team members each group should have?
Each group should be composed of 1 to 4 members
How are the solutions evaluated?
The solutions will be evaluated by relevant specialist that will validate the solutions in terms of challenge response as well as in replicability and scalability.
After the competition, who owns my submission and IP?
The team behind the project retains full ownership and authorship of their intellectual property. However, Mobility Data Hackathon reserves the right to showcase and potentially adopt your solutions for promotional purposes or implementation. Rest assured, in such instances, you and your team will be contacted for collaboration prior to any further action.
