11 months ago
And the winner is...
The judges have weighed in, and we're excited to share the news! Go to the AWS Presents: Breaking Barriers Virtual Challenge gallery to congratulate the winners and check out all of the awesome submissions.
Even though the competition is over, you don't have to stop coding. Update your portfolio to inform your followers about new projects and get feedback from fellow hackers.
Questions?If you have any questions about the hackathon, please post on the discussion forum.
12 months ago
[2 Hours Remaining] Don't forget to submit your projects!
Dear Breaking Barriers community,
We have only two hours left until the end of our Breaking Barriers Virtual Challenge! Be sure to submit by the deadline (Jun 23, 2025 @ 12:00pm ET); late projects will not be accepted.
Remember, your solution must utilize AWS generative AI services (e.g., Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker AI, or Amazon Q), demonstrate measurable real-world impact, feature a clean and intuitive user interface, and be technically sound. The judges will evaluate your submissions based on technological implementation, design, potential impact, and the quality of the idea. Don't forget to submit a write-up explaining the problem statement and…
about 1 year ago
Final call for submissions
There are only 3 days left to complete your submission for AWS Presents: Breaking Barriers Virtual Challenge.
about 1 year ago
[5 DAYS LEFT] Get Free AWS Credits!
It's still not too late to participate in the Breaking Barriers Virtual Challenge! Be sure to submit your final projects but also consider checking out our Skills Challenge, your way to receive free AWS credits!
The first 500 eligible submissions for this learning component will receive $25 in AWS promotional credits.
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Learn and complete one of the following AWS AI/ML learning modules
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Option 1: Deploy AWS’ Generative AI Gateway
- Start by cloning the repository and, on the top-right corner of the page, click Star to save the repository.
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Once you deploy the artifact via the AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK),…
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about 1 year ago
[1 WEEK TO GO] Don't forget to submit your projects!
Dear Breaking Barriers community,
We have only 1 week left until the end of our Breaking Barriers Virtual Challenge! Be sure to submit by the deadline (Jun 23, 2025 @ 12:00pm ET); late projects will not be accepted.
For those seeking AWS credits, the best approach is to complete our Skills Challenge. By dedicating approximately 1 hour to hands-on learning and submitting the intake form, a member of our team will reach out with $25 in credits to support your project.
Remember, your solution must utilize AWS generative AI services (e.g., Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker AI, or Amazon…
about 1 year ago
LIVE Office Hours + Reminder on Submission Deadline (June 23rd)
Dear Breaking Barriers community,
Our first office hours session, where you can connect with our team, ask questions, and get guidance on your projects, is LIVE! You can join by visiting this link: https://chime.aws/9804315984
Can't make it today? Feel free to email our alias (generative-ai-hackathon-telco@amazon.com) or join our other scheduled office hour sessions:
• Thursday, June 19th at 4:00 PM EST | https://chime.aws/5918147066
• Friday, June 20th at 10:00 AM EST | https://chime.aws/6398446360
These sessions are great opportunities to discuss your project ideas, get technical support regarding AWS generative AI services, and learn more about the challenge…
about 1 year ago
Announcing Breaking Barriers Office Hours!
Dear Breaking Barriers community,
We are excited to announce three upcoming office hours sessions where you can connect with our team, ask questions, and get guidance on your projects:• Wednesday, June 11th at 3:00 PM EST | https://chime.aws/9804315984
• Thursday, June 19th at 4:00 PM EST | https://chime.aws/5918147066
• Friday, June 20th at 10:00 AM EST | https://chime.aws/6398446360These sessions are great opportunities to discuss your project ideas, get technical support regarding AWS generative AI services, and learn more about the challenge requirements.Remember, your solutions should utilize AWS generative AI services (such as Amazon Bedrock, SageMaker AI, or…
about 1 year ago
[REMINDER] 5 weeks to go!
Dear Breaking Barriers community,
I wanted to reach out, first and foremost, to express my gratitude for your participation to date. We've witnessed a remarkable community from across the globe come together to address challenges in using generative AI and connectivity to impact every facet of life. With only 5 weeks remaining, we'd like to clarify some of the top frequently asked questions (FAQs) we've received.
For those seeking AWS credits, the best approach is to complete our Skills Challenge. By dedicating approximately 1 hour to hands-on learning and submitting the intake form, a member of our…