hackathonlike
Hackathonlike refers to activities that emulate the fundamental characteristics of hackathons—intense collaboration, rapid ideation, and the production of a tangible prototype or demonstrable result within a compressed time frame—while adapting elements such as duration, scope, or participants to fit different contexts.
Typically, hackathonlike events involve short, time-limited sessions, cross-disciplinary teams, a problem statement or challenge, mentoring from
These formats differ from traditional hackathons in several ways: shorter or variable lengths; broader or narrower
Common contexts include university courses and bootcamps, corporate innovation programs, civic technology labs, and research institutions
Critiques address concerns about inclusivity, equity, and participant well-being, as well as the potential for unclear
Related concepts include hackathon, design sprint, and rapid prototyping.