Overview

During June 2024, I won my first hackathon in a solo team hosted by Bournemouth University’s BUCCS team. This was a significant milestone in my development journey and showcased my ability to work independently under pressure.

H1

The hackathon was themed around life hacks, with the objective of creating software that would help solve daily life problems. This required creative thinking and practical problem-solving skills.

Solo Development

Working as a solo team presented unique challenges:

• Complete ownership of all development aspects
• Time management across different project phases
• Making design and technical decisions independently
• Delivering a polished product within the deadline

Key Takeaways

• Enhanced confidence in solo development
• Improved rapid prototyping skills
• Better understanding of full-stack development
• Experience in competitive coding environments

Recognition

Winning this hackathon validated my technical skills and problem-solving approach, and provided valuable experience for future projects and competitions.