MK Smart City Hack 2024

Smart City Consultancy are running a one-day hackathon event, "MK Smart City Hack 2024", which aims to bring together innovative young minds from local academic institutions and other organisations in Milton Keynes. This event will focus on the innovative use of the MK Data Exchange, a comprehensive repository of IoT data from the city. The hackathon will encourage participants to develop applications that leverage real-time travel, environmental, smart home, weather and other data from MK. Some initial training will be provided on the day, and prizes awarded for the most innovative use of data to benefit MK.

Benefits of Participation

1. Hands-on Experience with IoT and Big Data: The hackathon centres around the use of the MK Data Exchange, providing participants with the opportunity to work hands-on with a repository of real-world IoT data, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical, real-world context.

2. Innovation and Creativity: By encouraging the development of applications that utilize this data, the hackathon aims for innovation and creativity.

3. Career Development: Participation in such an event can be a useful boost to a participant's CV, demonstrating practical experience, a proactive attitude towards learning, and the ability to innovate and work well in teams.

4. Problem-Solving Skills: Tackling the challenges of developing applications that leverage real-time data will test problem-solving skills.

5. Community Contribution: By focusing on applications that could benefit the city, students have the unique opportunity to contribute positively to their community.