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Rules & Guidelines

1. General Rules

• Participants must register before the deadline to be eligible.
• Teams can consist of 2-4 members.
• All work must be original and created during the hackathon; pre-existing code is not allowed unless specified (e.g., use of libraries or APIs).
• Maintain a respectful, collaborative environment. Harassment or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.


2. Code of Conduct

• Adhere to the values of inclusivity, respect, and teamwork.
• Respect intellectual property and privacy.
• Avoid plagiarizing or submitting work done by others.


3. Submission Guidelines

• Teams must submit:
◦ Code: Properly commented source code via the platform (e.g., GitHub, Devpost).
◦ Demo/Presentation: A 2-5 minute video or slide deck explaining their project.
◦ Documentation: Clear description of the project, technologies used, and how to set it up.


4. Judging Criteria

Projects will be evaluated on:
• Innovativeness: Novelty of the idea and use of LiDAR technology.
• Technical Implementation: Comprehensiveness and clarity of idea, Quality of prototype, practical feasibility of the area
• Impact: Potential environmental and societal impact of the solution.
• Sustainability: Long-term viability and ecological balance
• Presentation and Clarity: How well the solution is articulated.

5. Team Collaboration

• Teams should collaborate using shared platforms like GitHub, Slack, or Discord.
• Ensure team members agree on roles and responsibilities at the start.


6. Mentorship and Support

• Mentors will be available during specific hours to assist teams with technical or conceptual queries.
• Use designated channels for communication.


7. Disqualification

Teams may be disqualified for:
• Failing to comply with the rules.
• Engaging in unethical behavior.
• Submitting incomplete or plagiarized work.