Build with AI. Test with TestSprite
TestSprite's recurring hackathon for builders who ship. Use our AI testing agent to handle the heavy lifting of test generation so you can focus on building robust software.
View Season 1$3,000
Total Prizes
7
Days to Build
5
Winners
MCP
Powered By AI
$3,000 in Prizes.
Five Winners.
1st Place
$1,500
Grand Champion
2nd Place
$750
Runner Up
3rd Place
$450
Third Place
4th Place
$150
Honorable Mention
5th Place
$150
Honorable Mention
All prizes will be distributed via Stripe, PayPal, or bank transfer.
Old or New?
Both Welcome.
Bring an existing codebase or start fresh, the choice is entirely yours! We want to help you level up your project without the pressure of building from scratch.
Simply let TestSprite handle the heavy lifting of testing: we'll help you uncover the hidden bugs, you squash them, and together we'll get your dream project ready to ship.
Two Steps
to Get Started.
Step 1// Follow on X
Follow the official TestSprite account on X to stay updated on hackathon announcements, milestone updates, countdowns, and winner reveals.
Follow TestSpriteStep 2// Join Discord
All rules, judging criteria, submission details, and Q&A live on Discord. You must join the TestSprite Discord server to participate and submit your project.
Join DiscordFour Steps
to Ship & Win.
Build Your Project
Write code. Build an app, API, tool, or anything you want. Solo or team — no limits.
Test with TestSprite
Use TestSprite MCP to auto-generate test cases. The AI agent handles UI, API, and E2E testing.
Push to GitHub
Commit your project to a public repository containing a testsprite_tests/ subfolder, a README, and an optional demo video.
Submit on Discord
Drop your GitHub link in #hackathon-submissions and prepare to WIN!
// Required project structure ├── src/ │ └── your-code-here ├── testsprite_tests/ ← AI-generated test cases go here ├── README.md ← Required: explain what you built └── demo.mp4 ← Bonus: include a demo video
The Guardrails.
Powered by TestSprite
Participants must use TestSprite MCP — not just installed. Two rounds of testing are mandatory.
Verified Repos
A testsprite_tests/ subfolder must exist in your GitHub repository containing all generated test cases.
Public Access
Your GitHub repository must be set to Public so judges can access it.
Clear Description
A short description or README is strictly mandatory. Explain what you built and why. Make us understand your project in 30 seconds.
Visual Proof
OptionalDemo videos are optional but highly encouraged. Projects with a demo will rank higher.
New or Existing Project
You don't have to start from zero unless you want to! Bring whatever you're working on, and let's focus on catching bugs and improving your code.
How to Submit &
Winner Contact.
Submit via Discord
Post your public GitHub repository link in the #hackathon-s02-submission channel on Discord. Only submissions posted here count — Twitter or other channels won't be accepted.
Deadline: April 17th, 2026 11:59 PM PST
All submissions must be posted before the deadline. Late submissions will not be reviewed. Make sure your repo is public and your README is complete before submitting.
Winners Contacted via Discord DM
All winners will be contacted directly through Discord DM. Make sure your Discord DMs are open and check your messages constantly after the submission deadline. We won't chase — if we can't reach you, the prize moves to the next runner-up.
Agentic Precision.
50 pts
Project Quality
Overall craft, polish, and completeness. Does the project work well? Is the code clean?
30 pts
Test Quality
Quality of generated tests, coverage, meaningful assertions. How much improved between Round 1 and Round 2?
20 pts
Innovation
Creativity, ambition, uniqueness of the project or approach. Push the boundaries.
10 pts
BonusEngagement
Discord activity, poll participation, sharing on X. Active community participation during the hackathon.
10 Bonus Points for Engagement.
3 pts
Discord Polls
Polls will be posted during the hackathon week. 1 point each. 3 points Max for each participant
5 pts
Share on X
Share your most satisfied test result on X using our built-in share feature. Post the tweet link in the #Hackathon-Season-2 channel. One share per person.
2 pts
Discord Activity
Bonus points for constructive participation — helping others, sharing progress, giving feedback in hackathon channels.
Community Builds.
Reddit Video Downloader
Download any Reddit video instantly — just paste URL and download! Supports reddit.com, v.redd.it, and old.reddit.com links.
@thehiestofking
SAIZU (サイズ)
Saizu is a blazingly fast npm and GitHub repository analyzer built with Bun + Hono. It’s designed to provide the ground truth of any package footprint without the overhead of local builds.
@Logan
DeepVizify
AI analytic platform that transforms raw data into actionable insights using AI. Upload CSV, Excel, JSON — get instant visualizations, auto EDA, ML models, and AI-powered analysis.
@DeepVizifyOne Week to Ship.
April 11-17
Build Phase
7 days of building & testing. Milestone updates shared on X. Community Q&A on Discord.
April 17, 11:59 PM PST
Submissions Close
Final deadline. Submit your GitHub link in #hackathon-s02-submission on Discord before 11:59 PM PST. No late entries.
April 20-22
Review Period
Judges review all submissions, score projects against the criteria. Round 1 vs Round 2 results compared.
April 23
Winners Announced
All winners revealed on X and Discord. Winners contacted via Discord DM, and we have their project featured on our official LinkedIn and X.
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Ready to Build in Public?
Follow us on X and join Discord. That's where everything happens — rules, submissions, Q&A, and prizes.