Build with Gemma: JustBuild

​With the release of Gemma 4, a new family of open models is officially in your hands. Leverage local frontier intelligence, native function calling, and multimodal understanding to tackle core developer challenges.

​Sponsors:
Google DeepMind, Pattern, Mindsmith

​Hackathon Schedule

​Friday

• ​5:30pm – Check-in, dinner, and networking

• ​6:00pm – Welcome, event overview, and sponsor introductions

• ​6:15pm – 7:00pm – Guest speaker sessions

• ​7:00pm – 7:15pm – Open Q&A (AI, startups, careers)

• ​7:15pm – 7:30pm – Hackathon rules, judging criteria, and track overview

• ​7:30pm – Hacking begins (team formation complete; start building)

• ​Evening – Snacks available

​Saturday

• ​8:00am – Venue opens / continue building

• ​12:00pm – Lunch

• ​3:00pm – Project submissions due / hacking ends

• ​3:00pm – 4:30pm – Judging

• ​4:45pm – 5:30pm – Final demos, awards, and closing remarks

​July 17-18 2026
Tracks: TBA
Location: Pattern - 1441 W Innovation Way 2nd Floor, Lehi, UT 84043
Prizes: $2000+