NF-Core Hackathon: Cambridge, MA
Join Nextflow enthusiasts in person or online March 11–13, 2026, for the nf-core hackathon!
⚠️ This registers you for the Boston in-person site only. You must also complete the official nf-core registration.
What is the nf-core Hackathon?
nf-core is a community effort to collect a curated set of tools, modules, and pipelines built using Nextflow. Whether you're already involved in nf-core or not, this hackathon is the perfect place to get to know other members of the community in person. You'll collaborate on projects, discuss code, and learn from each other.
To get a feel for how the event works, check out the similar-style hackathons held in 2024 and 2025.
How It Works
The nf-core hackathons are not competitive — they're collaborative, community-driven events where participants work together on projects. Projects can be anything from adding new features to existing pipelines to creating entirely new ones. You can bring your own topic or choose from a list of open issues in the community. We group people based on the types of tasks being tackled, so you can work with others who have similar interests.
Who Should Attend?
All are welcome — no prior nf-core contributions needed. Newcomers to nf-core are encouraged to join, but some experience writing Nextflow code is expected. This is a hackathon, not a training workshop.
Second floor conference room
Getting there:
By T: Take the MBTA Green Line to Lechmere Station, then walk ~5 minutes to the mall entrance.
By car: The mall has a parking garage with hourly rates. Enter from First Street or Land Boulevard.
Once inside:
Head up to the second floor
Find TJ Maxx as your landmark
From TJ Maxx walk toward the Craft Loft
The conference room will be on left of Craft Loft — look for signs