Build an AI application using a free subscription to select tools from Denodo, and you could be one of 20 winners to receive a 12-month free subscription to Agora, the Denodo Cloud Service – Agora provides all of the features of the award-winning Denodo Platform, in a fully managed, cloud-based solution that is available on the AWS Marketplace.
What you will get from this hackathon:
Many organizations are plunging into GenAI, often without sufficient planning to provide adequate protections against hallucinations and inaccuracies, as well as non-standard naming conventions and other data quality issues that prevent GenAI applications from meeting business needs.
Agora simplifies your data operations, freeing IT teams from time-consuming infrastructure tasks.
By using Agora on AWS, alongside other Denodo tools, to facilitate GenAI app development, participants will experience the power and freedom of developing applications that are not only accurate, but also authoritative, and aligned with organizational goals and culture.
During the hackathon, participants will have *free access to:
- Agora, the Denodo Cloud Service, as described above
- Denodo Assistant, your AI-powered guide, which simplifies the most complex data management tasks, including the transformation of natural language into optimized queries
- The Denodo AI SDK, which leverages developer-friendly APIs to streamline data embedding, transformation, orchestration, and other development tasks, making your data “AI-ready” for your application, even if your data is spread out across several different data sources
- Dedicated Support from a Denodo expert.
To participate, register your interest now and we will reach out with additional details when it is slated for launch in July 2025. If you have any questions, please contact us here.
*Terms and conditions apply.
FAQ
General Questions:
A1: It's an exciting opportunity for developers and innovators to explore the potential of Generative AI, leveraging the Denodo Agora platform to embark on AI initiatives. We're focusing on overcoming common GenAI obstacles, like hallucinations, by ensuring access to reliable and accurate data.
A2: We're currently finalising the dates. We anticipate the event to occur sometime in July 2025. Stay tuned for official announcements!
A3: We welcome developers, data scientists, AI enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about building innovative GenAI solutions. Specific eligibility criteria will be announced soon.
A4: The core focus is on building GenAI applications that deliver reliable and accurate results by leveraging Denodo Agora to overcome the common limitations of providing governed, unified data assets for reliable GenAI outcomes. More detailed challenge information will be released in the coming weeks.
A5: Besides receiving free enablement content by Denodo instructors and the knowledge and tips sharing by the Denodo and AWS experts during Phase 1, the selected participants from Phase 1 will move on to Phase 2 and stand a chance to win one of the 20 prizes which is 12-month free subscription of the Denodo Agora.
1Denodo Agora Subscription is provided free of cost to qualifying winners. Infrastructure, ongoing administration and management costs are the responsibility of the winner
A6: Agora brings the full power of the Denodo Platform to a fully managed, cloud-based solution, simplifying data management and delivery. Built on data virtualization, Agora unifies data across silos, enabling the creation of AI-ready data products and democratizing access for all users. By offloading infrastructure management and platform operations, Agora lets IT and operational teams focus on strategic business goals. With Agora, organizations gain agility, reduce operational overhead, and fully leverage their data to drive innovation in a fast-changing business landscape.
Technical & Logistics:
A1: The core technology to be used during the activity are:
- Denodo Agora - providing the unified, governed access to data
- Denodo AI SDK - Accelerating the development of GenAI based applications
Participants in the hackathon will learn the capabilities and possible solutions that can be created using both Agora and the Denodo AI SDK. During the sessions, participants are welcome to discuss ideas and additional technologies that they may already be using to understand how these additional technologies interact with Agora and the Denodo AI SDK to achieve timely, effective insights.
A2: Yes! We plan to provide resources and training materials to help participants get started with Denodo and effectively use it in their GenAI projects.
A3: We encourage team participation, but individual participation may also be allowed. We will provide more details on team sizes and formation guidelines soon.
A4: The hackathon is a two-stage challenge. Phase 1 involves a 4-6 week training period to build foundational Denodo skills. Advancement to Phase 2, an 8-week advanced stage, requires a higher level of commitment and is by invitation only.
In Phase 2, participants will have access to Denodo mentors for expert guidance. Denodo's selection for Phase 2 is final and based on qualifying criteria.
On completion of Phase 2, you will submit your GenAI enabled application or solution for judging and be in the running for the free1 12 Month Denodo Agora subscription.
A5: Please register your interest on the Hackathon website. We will also be sending out email updates.
Important Note:
- This FAQ is based on preliminary information and is subject to change. We encourage you to check back regularly for updates.