A hackathon where people come together and the world's most absurd app ideas and product features come to life (or die trying).
"Build Something Dumb" is the perfect rendezvous for those with a knack for the peculiar, the absurd, and the downright daft. It's where you'll find your next partner in crime for that app idea that makes even a rubber chicken look serious.
Feel the camaraderie as you delve into the rabbit hole of ridiculousness with fellow jesters. Here, the motto is - if it doesn't make you chuckle, chortle or snort, you're not doing it right. It’s a celebration of the bizarre, an ode to the impractical.
Get insights on how to turn the mundane into the hilarious from jesters who’ve walked the tightrope between genius and insanity. Our experienced guides on this ludicrous journey have mastered the art of the facepalm and are here to share their nonsensical wisdom.
Create something that makes you laugh, makes you think, or defies any explanation. Remember, the goal here isn't to build the next big startup - it's to have fun, learn something new, and maybe, just maybe, build something so ridiculously dumb that it's actually kind of brilliant.
Build Something Dumb is a hackathon where people come together to build unconventional, the impractical, and the downright silly. We celebrate the most hilariously absurd ideas in the form of new apps, product features, and websites.
Anyone over the age of 18 with an interest in software and a sense of humor! Whether you're a developer, designer, tinkerer, or simply someone with a knack for coming up with bizarre ideas, you're welcome to join.
The first event is scheduled to take place in Austin, TX. We’re also planning to host the event in other cities based on interest. Check out our events page for specific dates and locations.
You can register by filling out the interest form on our events page. We'll follow up with more information as the event approaches.
Teams can be as compact as a single ninja or as expansive as a four-person clown car. You can either assemble your own dream team or play musical chairs on the day of the event. Either way, it's going to be a circus!
Bring your laptop, any equipment you might need for your project, and your sense of humor. We’ll provide workspace, Wi-Fi, food and drinks.
Absolutely! We have a range of awards in humorous and quirky categories. Follow our socials for updates. We'll share more soon.
Our judges are a mix of tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and people who appreciate the art of the absurd. Stay tuned for the official list.
Yes, we'll be providing food and beverages at the event to fuel your creativity.
There is parking available on-site at the event via private garage. There's also public parking directly accross the street and public transportation.
Yes, we would love your support! Reach out to us via the interest form or contact us directly at sponsor@buildsomethingdumb.com.
Hackathon projects remain fully yours. We will feature and share the best projects on our website and social media.
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