The Hackathon is now over!
See you for the next one in August 2023!

Create the basic building blocks to jumpstart an Open Source movement focused on management tools for mainframe resources. These building blocks can be used by businesses to create IBM Z automation anywhere in the world uniting IBM Z with other cloud managed platforms.

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August 21-26, 2022

To compete in a cloud world, IBM Z needs to be able to communicate effectively with tools that reside off platform. This is critical if we want to be part of DevOps activities that are being embrace across the industry. At the same time, IBM Z resources need to be managed using tooling that is compatible with management of other cloud resources. We need to build Open Source tools and a community that enables IBM Z to be a peer in modern cloud environments. This hackathon is focused on energizing our efforts to enhance our relevance in modern cloud environments.

Schedule

August 22nd to September 5th

Note: Continue virtually August 26th to September 5th

Date	EST Time	Event
Mon, Aug 22nd to Thurs, Aug 25th	10:30am - 3:00pm	Join us for a drop in office hours (in person and virtually) for project questions and collaboration, tech talk, and networking with professionals from a variety of companies. Updates will be posted in Discord.
Fri, Aug 26th to Fri, Sep 5th	10:30am - 3:00pm	Join us for virtual office hours for project questions and collaboration, tech talk, and networking with professionals from a variety of companies. Updates will be posted in Discord.

Participate

Hacker

Login or create a Z Xplore account
Attend SHARE sessions
Attend and participate in Ask Us Anything sessions
Network with other hackers and industry enthusiasts

Volunteer

Answer project based questions
Office Hours
Monitor Z Xplore and Discord Channel activity
Many more...

To volunteer email hackathon@share.org

FAQ

What is a Hackathon and how does it work?
- A hackathon, or hacking marathon, is an event where technologists of all experience levels and specialties come together to solve important problems by “hacking” together cool projects. This hackathon will be contained within the Z Xplore platform. As you earn points the choice of prizes grows!
Who can participate in this event?
- Anyone!
Where will this event be hosted?
- The event will be hosted at the SHARE Columbus 2022 conference and online.
Can I start work on my project beforehand?
- Yes, you can go through the foundation tasks and other challenges in Z Xplore in advance.
What is my time commitment for this event?
- Time commitment: The amount of time you commit is up to you. There are several challenges for and around the project. Completing only the project challenges will take approximately 2-4 hours. This is a go at your own pace project, so this time frame does not need to be consecutive.
I'm sold - how do I participate?
- Click the "Register" button above and create an account or sign in if you already have one.
Which system should we be using for this event?
- Bring your own device and use your account on the Z Xplore platform.
Which system should we be using for this event?
- Instances/virtual environments with everything developers need to create, run and test their code and connectivity to an IBM Z system will be provided. Go to the Discord SHARE Hackathon channel to find instructions on connecting to the instances:
  
  Discord channel #general
What is the primary form of communication?
- Our primary form of communication throughout the Hackathon will be Z Xplore and Discord. This is where you will meet other hackers, connect with project liaisons for technical mentorship, and to ask questions.
  
  Join the Discord server using this link:https://discord.gg/Af4yfm55H9
  
  If you have never used Discord before, check out this short tutorial video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIqyPJQAgT4 or Discord’s Beginner Guide:https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/360045138571-Beginner-s-Guide-to-Discord
  
  Please use your real name in Discord so we can grant you access to the appropriate channels for your role. If you need to update your Discord nickname, you can right click your name in the righthand sidebar and choose “Change Nickname” or use the /nick command followed by your desired name in a channel message. Changing your nickname in the SHARE Hackathon server will not change your nickname in other servers.
  
  Once you’re in Discord, check out the #welcome-and-rulesand #faq-and-schedule channels for important information. Get help from Project Liaisons in #q-and-a, to discuss sessions attended during SHARE #session-discussion and for opportunities for text and video chats #office-hours. Use private channel for friendly conversations with your fellow hackers!

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