Artificial Intelligence Trailblazers: Hack-AI-Thon Jam 3 – Two Days of Building the Future with AI
May 23 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
$95
Get ready to CODE, CREATE, and CELEBRATE with Tucson’s most innovative tech community!
Join us for an electrifying 2-day Hack-AI-Thon where software developers, AI enthusiasts, and creative problem-solvers come together to build game-changing solutions powered by AI!
This isn’t just another hackathon — it’s a full-immersion experience where you’ll push boundaries, learn cutting-edge tools, collaborate with brilliant minds, and create real impact for our community!
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## 🎯 Mission: Applied AI • Automation • Collaboration • Community Impact
Come ready to learn, hack, build, and JAM WITH US!
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## 📋 Two Tracks — Choose Your Adventure!
### 🔨 HACKING TRACK (Full 2-Day Experience)
DAY 1: Build & Innovate
- 9:00 AM — 🎉 Welcome & Opening Keynote: The Power of AI in Community Impact
- 9:30 AM — ⚡ Lightning Talks: Meet Our Sponsors & Tech Partners
- 10:00 AM — 👥 Team Formation & Project Ideation
- 10:45 AM — 🚀 Project Kickoff & Hack Time Begins!
- 12:30 PM — 🍕 Lunch Break (fuel included!)
- 1:15 PM — 💻 Hack Time Continues + Mentor Check-ins
- 3:30 PM — ☕ Afternoon Snack Break & Networking
- 4:00 PM — 🛠️ Hack Time + Technical Support Sessions
- 5:00 PM — 📊 Day 1 Wrap-Up: Progress Share & Evening Send-off
DAY 2: Refine & Shine
- 9:00 AM — ☀️ Morning Energizer & Day 2 Kickoff
- 9:15 AM — 🔥 Final Sprint: Polish Your Projects!
- 11:00 AM — 🎤 Pitch Prep Workshop (Optional)
- 12:00 PM — 🍔 Lunch Break (on us!)
- 12:45 PM — ⏰ Last-Minute Hacking & Testing
- 2:30 PM — 🎬 Project Submission Deadline
- 3:00 PM — 🌟 TEAM PITCHES TO JUDGES (The Main Event!)
- 4:30 PM — 🏆 WINNERS ANNOUNCED & AWARDS CEREMONY!
- 5:00 PM — 🎊 Celebration & Closing Reception
Build something REAL. Build something that MATTERS.
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### 📚 EDUCATION TRACK (Drop-in Sessions Throughout Both Days)
Can’t commit to the full hack? No problem! Join us for world-class learning sessions and rejoin the Hacking Room whenever inspiration strikes!
DAY 1 Sessions:
- 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM — 🤖 Building with Claude Code — Go hands-on with Anthropic’s revolutionary AI coding assistant
- 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM — 🌟 AI Trailblazers Apprenticeship Spotlight — Meet our apprentices, hear their success stories, and learn how you can get involved in empowering Tucson’s next generation of AI practitioners
- 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM — 🔐 ngrok & the AI Gateway — Master multi-provider AI development with seamless integration, bulletproof failover, and enterprise-grade security
- 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM — ⚡ Lindy.ai Deep Dive — Build intelligent AI agents and powerful automations that work while you sleep
DAY 2 Sessions:
- 9:15 AM – 10:30 AM — 🏗️ Architecting for AI — Learn proven design patterns, process mapping strategies, and system architecture for production-ready AI applications
- 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM — 🎯 Advanced Prompting Techniques — Unlock the full potential of LLMs with expert-level prompt engineering
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM — 💡 AI Ethics & Responsible Innovation — Build with purpose: Creating AI solutions that serve and protect our community
Mix and match! Attend what excites you, then jump back into the action!
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## 📍 Event Details
📅 When: May 23 & 24 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM both days
📍 Where: Location Coming Soon! (We’re securing an AMAZING venue — stay tuned!)
💰 Investment: $95 per person
- Includes ALL meals, snacks, and beverages for both days
- Access to ALL Education Track sessions
- Mentorship from industry experts
- Swag bag & prizes
- Networking with Tucson’s top tech talent
💝 Scholarships Available! We believe everyone deserves access to AI education. If cost is a barrier, reach out to us — we’ve got you covered!
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## 👥 Who Should Come?
✨ Software developers ready to level up their AI skills
✨ Tech enthusiasts who love building real solutions
✨ Community-minded creators passionate about local impact
✨ Lifelong learners excited about responsible AI innovation
✨ Anyone who wants to CODE, COLLABORATE, and CREATE!
No matter your experience level — if you’re curious, motivated, and ready to build alongside amazing people, this event is for YOU!
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## 🏆 Prizes & Recognition
Winners will receive:
- 🥇 Cash prizes & tech gear
- 🎖️ Recognition in our community network
- 🌟 Potential partnerships with local organizations
- 📣 Feature spotlight on AI Trailblazers channels
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## 🎉 Why You Can’t Miss This
This is MORE than a hackathon — it’s where innovation meets community impact. You’ll walk away with:
- ✅ New AI skills you can use immediately
- ✅ A working prototype or project
- ✅ Connections with Tucson’s best developers and AI practitioners
- ✅ Inspiration, energy, and momentum to keep building
- ✅ The satisfaction of creating something meaningful for our community
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## 🚀 Ready to Build the Future?
Spots are limited! Secure your seat now and be part of Tucson’s most exciting AI event of the year!
[REGISTER NOW]
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Questions? Scholarships? Special accommodations?
📧 Contact us at [contact email]
Let’s hack, learn, and build TOGETHER! 💪✨
Brought to you with ❤️ by AI Trailblazers in partnership with Startup Zones, Tech Catalyst, and Vantage West.