Hackathons
Welcome to the exciting world of hackathons! We bring together teens from all over the US to innovate, collaborate, and showcase their skills in a fun and inspiring environment. Join us for challenges that spark creativity and foster teamwork, where your ideas can make a real impact. Get ready to code, discover, create and connect with fellow young innovators!
March 8, 2025
NetScout All Girls Hackathon
On March 8, I had the honor of serving as the MC and keynote speaker at the Shooting Stars Foundation Women in Tech Hackathon, hosted by NetScout. The event brought together over 95 talented girls across 20 teams, offering them hands-on experience with coding, public speaking, pitch deck presentations, and an exciting introduction to the world of artificial intelligence.
March 22, 2025
Boston l Divergent Teams Hackathon
On March 22, I had the incredible opportunity to deliver a keynote at the Divergent Teams Hackathon. With over 100 participants, the event showcased creativity, collaboration, and forward-thinking as teens developed and presented solutions to global issues. We also heard from inspiring speakers representing Google, Microsoft, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), who emphasized the growing importance of soft skills in the age of AI. It was an energizing day of innovation and impact for the next generation of tech leaders.
February 28, 2026
Boston ll Divergent Teams Hackathon
On February 28, I had the privilege of delivering a keynote at the Divergent Teams Hackathon, where more than 110 students gathered to explore the future of technology and innovation. The event brought together the next generation of tech leaders to dive into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence across healthcare and finance.
During my keynote, I introduced participants to leading AI platforms including Gemini, ChatGPT, and Copilot, and guided a live demonstration showcasing the real-world capabilities of the Copilot Mobile App. Together, we explored how these tools can be leveraged not just for productivity, but for solving meaningful, real-world challenges.
It was an inspiring day filled with creativity, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas — a powerful reminder of the impact young innovators can have when equipped with the right tools and vision.
March 21, 2026
Shooting Stars All Girls Hackathon
On March 21, I had the honor of serving as MC and leading the SSF All Women in Tech Hackathon. During the event, I ran an interactive demo of various AI platforms, guiding students on how to effectively prompt each tool and make the most of what AI can offer.
The students’ goal was to use AI to create an app, website, or agent designed to solve a real-world problem. From earthquake detection tools to nutritional value scanners, their ideas were both creative and impactful. It was incredible to see what they were able to build by combining the power of AI with their own human intelligence to tackle meaningful challenges.
This is just the beginning for Say Hi to AI. With brilliant, forward-thinking teens like you, we’re excited to bring even more inspiring hackathons to more communities—more often. Together, we can spark innovation, empower young minds, and make the world of AI more accessible to all.
