Register today to participate in Calgary's 2022 NASA Space Apps Challenge!
Mark your calendars for the fourth annual NASA Space Apps Hackathon which will be held from October 1st - October 2nd! This is an online event open to all Albertans.
Below are some of the commonly asked questions. If you are interested in participating this year and have questions, do not hesitate to email the local leads!
What is NASA Space Apps?
NASA's annual International Space Apps Challenge has been the world's pre-eminent space-themed hackathon for the past nine years. With data from NASA and the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), the participants will solve some of the world's most pressing space-based issues and at least two teams will be nominated to compete against their peers internationally.
Who can participate?
Space Apps is a hackathon for coders, scientists, designers, storytellers makers, builders, technologists, and many more! At NASA Space Apps, we encourage interdisciplinary collaboration of participants from wide variety of backgrounds. Anyone who is passionate about space and collaborating with others to come up with creative solutions can participate!
I am not a coder. Can I still participate?
Yes, indeed! As mentioned above, we're looking for interdisciplinary collaboration from variety of different backgrounds. In fact, a large part of the challenge does not involve coding. Your solutions to challenge can range from an actual web/mobile app to hardware solutions and even art! The important thing is that you apply your skillset to solve a space-based challenge!
Do I need a team to sign up?
No! Feel free to sign up even if you do not yet have a team. We will connect you with other participants and coordinate team formation at the start of the event.
What do I need to participate in the space apps?
You will need a computer or laptop to work on your solution and a good internet connection. We also recommend stocking up on your favourite snacks!
Schedule (All times US/Mountain)
Friday, September 30th
Opening Ceremony by the Canadian Space Agency (4:30-5:30pm): Join participants from across Canada as we kick off the 2022 NASA International Space Apps Challenge!
Saturday, October 1st
Work on your projects (8am onwards): Teams will work together on their chosen challenges. Local leads will be available to solve any event concerns. Note: Participants registering without groups will be able to find fellow space enthusiasts to work with during the Calgary Opening Session at 8:30am.
Calgary Information & Team Formation Session (8:30-9am): Meet the local leads, learn the guidelines for NASA International Space Apps Challenge, and form your teams!
Special Topic Sessions with Experts at the Canadian Space Agency (9-10:30am): Attend an optional series of live-streamed, 15-minute discussions about each of the challenges with subject matter experts at the Canadian Space Agency. Learn important tools needed to approach challenges and gain inspiration for new ideas while you work.
Special Topic Sessions with Experts at the Canadian Space Agency (Continued) (1-1:15pm): Continue learning from subject matter experts at the Canadian Space Agency as they deliver more live-streamed, 15-minute discussions about the remaining challenges. Expand your horizons, discover important tools needed to approach challenges, and gain inspiration for new ideas while you work.
Sunday, October 2nd
Work on your projects (9am onwards): Teams will work together on their chosen challenges. Local leads will be available to solve any event concerns. (Note: You are welcome to work overnight on your project, but local leads may be unavailable until 9am).
Virtual Pitch Session (2-4pm): Participants will present their solutions to the challenges and receive feedback from the regional judges.
Submit your projects (11:59pm): Teams will submit their projects for consideration.
