Build with GLM 5.1 · Z.ai Builder Series
Z.ai Builder Series · Build with GLM 5.1
GLM 5.1 just dropped.
We're inviting developers to build real-world AI use cases using an agent-first model designed for long-horizon reasoning, coding, and multi-step workflows.
This is a 1-week async build event focused on shipping real projects.
build something real, and have it seen!
Selected projects will be featured by Z.ai and shared across the dev ecosystem.
⚡ About GLM 5.1
Z.ai, founded in 2019, is a leading foundation model company behind the GLM series. Its latest model, GLM 5.1, is the undisputed leader in the open-source domain, excelling in long-horizon tasks. With a 50% performance boost over its predecessor GLM-5, it demonstrates engineer-level mastery, achieving results comparable to frontier models in complex, multi-step tasks at 1/7 the cost.
🎁 Rewards
🏆 Grand Prize — $5,000
From Top 3
Awarded to the project with the strongest community engagement:
≥150 reposts + ≥2,000 likes on X (from @zai_org repost)
Authenticity of engagement will be considered.
🟡 Builder Award (Top 5)
GLM Max Quarterly Plan (>$15K API value)
- By panel of judges
🟠 Showcase Award (Top 3)
Featured on Z.ai X & website
- Selected from Top 5 by judges
📋 Full rewards & judging details
🌊 Why join
Build something you can actually show
Get your project in front of real builders and the Z.ai team
Be part of the first wave of GLM 5.1 use cases
Turn your project into something visible across the X & dev ecosystem
📅 Timeline
Mar 30 – Apr 6
Async build · Submit anytime
Final winners will be announced on April 9, 2026.
🚀 How to Participate
👉 Join Discord for discussion, Q&A
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Build something real.
Ship it.
Make it visible.
Community Host
AI Valley is a community supporting exceptional first-generation builders, founders, and researchers through curated hackathons, workshops, and gatherings across AI and emerging technology.
🌐 https://aivalley.io
📅 https://lu.ma/aivalley
👥 https://discord.gg/QESCnSUPC9
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