RenAIssance Hackathon: Builder Pass
301 AD is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization specializing in AI-powered entrepreneurial programs that empower anyone to rapidly build products & bring ideas to life.
Our 301 AD: RenAIssance Hackathon is a 24-hour builder sprint; participants go from Ideation → Design → Development → Deployment using AI-accelerated development tools, followed by presenting their ideas in front of a judging panel & guests the day after.
You do not need any technical experience to participate in this event. Participants will receive hands-on training by 301 AD instructors in both technical and soft skills — from building an MVP to crafting a powerful pitch.
This registration page is for any eligible participant interested. If you are simply interested in attending Day 2 of the event as a guest to see participants present , please register here: https://luma.com/6uhm8b7p
November 21-22, 2026 | Hero House Glendale | Limited to 11 participants — Application deadline November 14, 2026
Eligibility: College Students
What to Bring: Laptop + Charger
301 AD Provides: Wi-Fi, Snacks/Meals, Workspace, AI Tools
Waivers: Photo/Video Release, Liability Waiver
Primary Objective: Bring a unique business idea to life in 24 hours using AI-accelerated development tools.
Outcomes
Deployed MVP (web app) built using AI Tools
3-minute pitch + 2-minute live demo
Outline
Session 1 — Ideation & Design
Idea/Discovery → PRD + MVP Deliverables
Session 2 — Development & Deployment
Rapid Prototyping → Build using AI Tools
Session 3 — Soft Skills
Pitch Decks → Live Demo
Awards
💻 AI Tool Annual Subscription
💵 Cash Prizes (×3 winners)
💼 Internship Opportunity
🏅 Recognition Awards & Certificates
Schedule
Saturday, November 21
10:00-10:30am (Check In + Opening remarks)
10:30-11:30am (Ideation)
11:30-1:00pm (Design & Development)
1:00-1:30pm (Lunch Time)
1:30-3:30pm (Development, Cont.)
3:30-4:30pm (Presentation + Pitch)
4:30-5:00pm (Closing Remarks)
Sunday, November 22
4:00pm-4:30pm (Check-in + Opening Remarks)
4:30-6:00pm (Student Pitches + Demos)
6:00-6:30pm (Judges Select Winners + Networking)
6:30-7:00pm (Awards + Closing Remarks)