Introduction
HackSPU 2025 is a one-day innovation challenge where students collaborate to design, code, and present solutions that make an impact. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced coder, this event gives you the space to build, learn, and create something meaningful.
Tools and Technologies
You may use any tools or languages you prefer. Common choices include:
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VS Code, GitHub, Figma, and Canva for development and design
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Firebase, Vercel, or Heroku for hosting and deployment
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Python, JavaScript, React, and Node.js for building applications
Inspiration
Get started and learn fast with these resources:
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GitHub Student Developer Pack – free tools for students
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Vercel Docs – deploy and host your web apps easily
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Figma Learn – design tutorials for beginners
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Devpost Project Guide – how to plan and submit your hackathon project
Contact Us & Support Channels
Have questions or need help during HackSPU 2025? We’ve got you covered!
📧 Email: computerscienceclub@saintpeters.edu
Additional Resource links
Use your school email to unlock these free resources for coding, design, collaboration, and deployment:
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GitHub Student Developer Pack – Free developer tools, domains, and cloud credits.
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Google Cloud for Students – $100 in credits for hosting and APIs.
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Microsoft Azure for Students – Free cloud resources, databases, and AI tools.
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Figma Education Plan – Free professional design and prototyping.
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Notion for Education – Workspace for notes, documentation, and planning.
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JetBrains Student License – Free IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, WebStorm, and more.
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Canva for Education – Free templates and graphic design tools.
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Unity Student Plan – Free access to Unity Pro for game or AR/VR projects.
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Autodesk Education Access – Free design and 3D modeling tools.
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Namecheap for Students – Free domain registration (.me) for your project.
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Heroku – Free platform for app deployment and backend hosting.
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OpenAI Student Credits (via GitHub Pack) – Use GPT-powered tools for research or prototypes.