Exadel Code Fest
AI Hackathon 2026
Build something that actually improves your daily work.
April 17, 2026, 2.00 p.m. (CET)
What is Exadel Code Fest?
Code Fest is Exadel’s global contest — open to every employee, regardless of role, team, or location.
This year, you can pick your challenge:
Solve real problems in daily work
Collaborate with colleagues
Experiment with new technologies
Showcase your innovative ideas
What is this Hackathon about?
This is not about building something ideal.
This is about building something useful. Prototype solutions that reduce manual work, speed up internal processes, and improve quality across Exadel operations
Together, we’ll spot, support, and celebrate the best ideas and the brightest minds at Exadel.
Exadel Code Fest Rules
- Team size: 2–3 people
- Deliverables: functional prototype + short presentation for Demo Day
- AI assistants allowed under corporate data/security guidelines
More details here
Event Timeline
Registration Period
April 1
Registration Opens
April 14
Registration Closes
April 14-16
Team Formation
Event
April 17
Code Fest Opening
Hackathon challenge announcement
April 17-26
Hackathon Build Phase
Teams work on their solutions and prepare final deliverables. All materials must be submitted by the end of this phase
April 27-29
Hackathon Jury Revie
Jury will review submitted projects and evaluate the results
April 29
Award Ceremony
Winners of the AI Hackathon will be announced
Prizes
Hackathon Winners
Powerful Laptop for every teammember
TOP 5
Top 5 Teams will be rewarded with
exclusive Exadel merchandise
All Participants:
Unique badge
*These are example visuals. Final prizes may vary slightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an idea before joining?
No – you’ll get it during the hackathon kickoff.
When will hackathon challenges be announced?
Challenges will be revealed during the kickoff session on April 17.
What programming languages can I use?
Any programming language can be used.
Do I need to be an engineer to participate?
Not at all – you don’t need to be an engineer or have a strong programming background. Even if you’re far from coding, you can still contribute by helping find creative solutions to the challenge.
Do I need a team for the hackathon?
Yes, the Hackathon is a team competition.
Participants without a team can find teammates in the Slack channel.
Are AI tools allowed?
Yes. Approved AI tools can be used as assistants, but participants should understand and justify their solutions.
How will winners be selected?
Solutions will be evaluated by a jury based on:
– Impact
– Innovation
– Technical implementation
– Presentation quality
Greetings from the Team
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