Hackxios 2K25

The project that solves a real life problem with a unique ideation and in the most creative, resourceful, and feasible way wins this track!

Solve a real life problem with your project, keep in mind the problem you use, the  solution, tech stack being used, scalability and feasibilty of solution, all play a major role. There is no compulsion of using any specific tool or service.

Criteria for scoring - Innovation (10), Technical complexity(10), UI/UX (10), Usefulness / Impact (10), Business Value (10) 

Best Innovation

1st Prize

# **Kiro Prize Track**
As part of the hackathon, builders can participate in the **Most Creative Use of Kiro**, which rewards projects that demonstrate strong planning, clear documentation, and real usage of the Kiro platform.

**What is Kiro?**
Kiro is a IDE focused on the planning and ideation phase of building software. Learn More See Docs

**What counts as creative use of Kiro?**
A strong Kiro submission should clearly show how Kiro was used during planning and execution.

Meaningful use of the Kiro framework to plan, structure, and execute the project.
Proper documentation via the required **HERO folder in the GitHub repository**.
For easier review, the repository should include a **./kiro/ folder** containing planning notes, prototypes, and documentation.
A demo video that shows how Kiro was used during the build process.
Teams are encouraged (but not required) to explore additional Kiro features such as Hooks and MCPs.
# 🏆 Best Use of Kiro Platform — $200
This is the primary prize under the Kiro track.

Eligibility:
Teams must build their prototype using the Kiro framework.
The focus should be on planning, structure, and clarity, not just the final output.
Kiro Guide: [kiro.dev/docs/chat/vibe](kiro.dev/docs/chat/vibe)
Participants are encouraged to explore advanced features such as Hooks and MCPs.
Submission Must Include:
✅ **Public GitHub repository**
✅ **HERO folder with planning documentation**
Example path:
*./kiro/{foldername}*
✅ **Demo video**
Video should clearly demonstrate how Kiro was used
Video should have details about their project
Maximum timeframe: **5 minutes**
**Judging Criteria:**
Quality and depth of planning
Clarity of documentation
Authentic and effective use of the Kiro platform
# ✍️ Best Blog — $50
Blog must be published on:
Medium, Hashnode, or similar blogging platforms
**Blog must be public after the end of hackathon for review.**
Should cover:
**How Kiro was used**
Planning insights and learnings
Challenges if faced any during the hackathon
**IMPORTANT NOTE: Blog link should be included in the Devfolio submission**    *[Project Links Field or Under the Prize Track Description]*

# 🗣️ Best Feedback (Exclusive Swags)
Awarded to participants who provide:
**Thoughtful, actionable feedback on Kiro**
# 📣 Social Engagement Prize (Exclusive Swag)
Participants must:
Post about their project on Twitter/X or LinkedIn
Tag @devfolio, @awsdevelopers, and @AxiosIIITBhopal on LinkedIn/twitter and use your hackathon's hashtag using this format **"BuildWithKiroAtHackXios2k25"**
Winner is selected based on:
**Engagement metrics (likes, comments, shares) or creativity of the post.**
Posting Guidelines
**Hashtag to use:**
**#BuildWithKiroAtHackXios2k25**

Accounts to tag:
**@devfolio @awsdevelopers @AxiosIIITBhopal**

# **Submission Requirements:**
Project must be submitted on Devfolio under the relevant prize track.
GitHub codebase is mandatory and should be public to qualify for the Best Use of Kiro
Include a demo video showing how the IDE was used with clear explanations
Feedback or blog links should be included directly in the project submission under the prize track description or Project Links Fields.

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Hackxios 2K25$100

AWS$300

ETHIndia$100

Hackxios 2K25

$100: Best Innovation

AWS

$300: AWS

ETHIndia

$100: Ethereum Track