Preparing for your hack has never been so much fun! 😊 This year, we’re dropping it like it’s PROC with a customized board game called SAS Hackathon Ideation.   The game is designed to help you and your team brainstorm ideas, identify which problem to tackle and determine what data you will use – ultimately, it helps you strategically plan for success!   In the true spirit of gaming, Ideation is intended to engage teamwork and inspire creative problem-solving. You’ll see collaboration emerge as a key component. As you play, you’ll start imagining all the possibilities! That’s the immeasurable benefit of the SAS Hackathon – helping you see the tangible value in innovation.   Also, as part of the game, we encourage you to use our SAS Hackathon Lean Canvas document. This template is a visual and strategic planning tool that will help you organize your use case. Download the document and use it to take notes while you play.   So, when can you play Ideation?   The game will be available to view at the SAS Hackathon Booth at SAS Innovate in Las Vegas.   Look for its arrival to a SAS office near you - sign up on the Interest List to be notified first. Be on the lookout for dates and locations. ... View more

It takes all kinds of minds on a team – people with diverse backgrounds and skill levels – to do amazing things. If you are looking to join a team, let’s find you a group. Or maybe your team needs more hackers.  If so,  please follow these steps:   STEP 1. Reply to this post with your search criteria. Include the follow details: “I’m looking for a team.” or “I’m looking for a team member.”   Track name Skills Your LinkedIn and/or GitHub profile (if applicable)   Here’s an example: Interest: I’m looking for a team Track: Energy Skills: SAS Viya Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-brown-47425316/   STEP 2. Create your replies following this order to maintain consistency in the thread.   STEP 3. Contact a potential new teammate using the SAS Support Communities' private messaging feature to discuss if a team or member is a good fit.    STEP 4. You need to be a member of a team in order to Register.   STEP 5: If you have any edits to your team after you Register, send an email to sashackathon@sas.com. The Event Team needs to know about any changes to your team and members. Also, don’t forget to update your team profile on the SAS Hacker's Hub.   Happy hacking! ... View more

If you are headed to SAS Innovate in Las Vegas don't miss the opportunity to engage in the SAS Hackathon Boot Camp. This immersive program unites adept problem solvers in a dynamic Trustworthy AI environment, welcoming individuals from diverse professional backgrounds. The focus is on elevating lending practices through an exciting SAS Hackathon Sprint Challenge, regardless of whether you have a background in the finance industry. ... View more

SAS Hackathon 2024: What's New? We are excited to unveil the evolution of the SAS Hackathon for the upcoming year. The SAS Hackathon is not merely a one-off event; it's an exhilarating sprint nested within a year-long marathon, spanning several months.   How We're Transforming the SAS Hackathon for the Upcoming Year During the first half of the year, our focus will be on learning and hosting local "IRL Bootcamps" across different regions, including an exclusive one day Bootcamp at Innovate event in Las Vegas (April 16th to April 19th).   These Bootcamps will feature invaluable insights and updates on SAS Viya and its ecosystem, encompassing Viya mini hackathon Challenge, and an enlightening technology update from our sponsors, Intel and Microsoft. Furthermore, you'll have the opportunity to network, share knowledge, and savor delicious pizza and refreshments.   In the second half of the year, we will open registrations in August for the one-month-long SAS Hackathon, with the hacking phase commencing in mid-September and extending into October. The grand culmination of this exciting journey will take place in November with a spectacular Award Ceremony to honor the Champions.   You can find all the detailed information in the attached PDF.   Why Should You Join? We had the privilege of speaking with Himanshu Shekhar, a Senior Solutions Architect at NEC Corporation and the leader of the Insight-O-Meters Champion Team. He shared his personal SAS Hackathon experience and the value he gained from it.   Excited to Join? Don't miss out! Sign up for our Interest List at https://www.sas.com/sas/events/hackathon-interest.html#interest and be part of the SAS Hackathon 2024 experience.       ... View more