Hackathon Details

Competition Overview

The One Shot Hackathon challenges developers to build complete, functional applications with a single prompt or minimal prompts to their AI IDE of choice using the GibsonAI MCP server.

Our challenge to you: Create the most impressive, fully-functional application with the fewest possible AI prompts. The ultimate demonstration of prompt engineering skill!

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Why Are We Doing This?

Honestly? The $500 we are giving away for a feedback prize is the best money we'll ever spend. We want to get our latest and greatest MCP server in front of as many eyes as possible so you can help us guide our product development.

But we are also extremely optimistic about the future of engineering and the impact of AI, and GibsonAI we want to showcase the power of AI to build amazing products.

Meet the Judges

Our distinguished panel of judges brings together expertise in AI, software development, venture capital, and product design.

Michael Montero

Michael Montero

Technical Judge

Co-founder & CTO of Resy, General Partner at Struck Capital

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TBD

To be announced

Stay tuned for a guest judge!

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Harish Mukhami

AI and Marketability Judge

CEO at GibsonAI, Former Head of Product for Siri at Apple

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Gordon Tindall

Design & Product Judge

Head of Product at GibsonAI, Former Lyft & a16z, design expert

Eligibility & Requirements

  1. You will need an account with GibsonAI to participate. It's free and we'll even throw in use of our paid plans for 3 months.
  2. Then, install the Gibson AI MCP server and CLI (both are also free) to participate.
  3. You can use any AI IDE or tool that supports the MCP protocol such as Cursor, Cline, Windsurf, or VS Code.
  • Open to all developers, regardless of experience level
  • You must use GibsonAI and the MCP server for database development
  • You can use any AI IDE or tool that supports the MCP protocol
  • Your app must be original work created during the hackathon period
  • You may work individually or in teams of up to 4 people
  • All code must be your own or generated by AI assistance

Submission Requirements

Each submission must include:

  • Your application title and description
  • The complete prompt(s) used to create your application
  • Screenshots of your application
  • A YouTube video demo (optional but recommended)
  • A link to your live application (if applicable)
  • GitHub repository URL (optional)
  • List of team members (if applicable)
  • Details of your development stack (IDE, hosting, etc.)

Judging Criteria

Submissions will be judged on:

  • Prompt Efficiency (35%): How much functionality achieved with how few prompts
  • Functionality (25%): Does the app work as intended and solve a real problem
  • Design & UX (15%): Visual appeal and user experience
  • Creativity (15%): Originality and innovative use of GibsonAI
  • Reproducibility (10%): Success rate when recreating the app using your provided prompt and stack

Note: As part of the judging process, we will attempt to recreate your application using your submitted prompt(s) and development stack. Please ensure your submission includes accurate details about your development environment and tools used.

Prizes

  • $3,000 Grand Prize
    For the best overall app with fewest prompts
  • $1,000 Single-Prompt Award
    For the best app created with exactly one prompt
  • $500 Product Feedback Prize
    For the most insightful feedback on GibsonAI and the MCP server
  • $500 Referral Bonus
    If someone you referred wins the Grand Prize, you win too!
  • Everyone's a winner!
    All participants get 3 months of GibsonAI's starter plan for free

Important Dates

Registration
Now open until May 3, 2025
Submission
Now open until May 4, 2025, 11:59 PM PST
Judging
May 5-10, 2025
Winners
Announced May 15, 2025

Just a few disclaimers

The OneShot Hackathon (the "Competition") is void where prohibited or restricted by law. Participants must be eligible to participate in the Competition without violating any laws or regulations of their jurisdiction.

By participating in the Competition, you agree that GibsonAI and its partners reserve the right to:

  • Approve or reject any submission at our sole discretion
  • Disqualify participants who violate the rules or act in a disruptive manner
  • Modify the rules or cancel the Competition if circumstances require
  • Verify the eligibility of all participants and submissions
  • Use submitted materials for promotional purposes

Prize winners are responsible for any taxes or fees associated with their prizes. Winners may be required to sign an affidavit of eligibility and liability/publicity release.

THE COMPETITION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. GIBSONAI AND ITS PARTNERS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

For questions about these rules or the Competition, please contact support@gibsonai.com.

Important Events & Support

Live Events

Weekly Office Hours

Get help and feedback from the GibsonAI team:

  • ▸Mondays at 3:30 PM Eastern
  • ▸Wednesdays at 10:00 AM Eastern
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