2026:Hackathon

• May 1 to 31 May: communication campaign. Feedback on user requirements
• June 1 to 15 june: registration for the hackathon and online training courses
• June 16 to 30 june: online training modules in English and French (4 compulsory 1-hour modules and optional modules)
• July 1 to 15, 2026: online team challenge hackathon
• July 21 and 22, 2026: in-person team challenge hackathon in Paris (and in the hubs).
• 22 July: Awards ceremony in the main lecture theatre at Wikimania
• July 23 to 25, 2026: classic and open hackathon (work alone or in teams on your challenges or topics). We'll take care of the logistics and the good vibes!
• July 22 to 30 July: communication on the achieved results

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• Bring Your Laptop: Don't forget your computer and charger to be able to participate fully (we'll provide stickers!).
• Set up your laptop with a development environment you might need: Follow the instructions on the laptop setup page to find out more about our development environments (e.g.: creating a Phabricator account, Git, Gerrit, and more).
• Browse Resources: if you are a newcomer, please feel free to check out and try your hands on some of these resources before attending the hackathon.
• Browse Projects: Check out the submitted projects on Phabricator. See what others are planning and find ideas that match your skills and interests. The project tag is Wikimania-Hackathon-2026.
• Join the Conversation: Connect with other participants before the event through our communication channels.

The Hackathon is run by and for its participants. You can help make it a great experience for everyone!

• Documentation: Help take notes during the opening and closing sessions. Feel free to document other technology track related sessions using etherpad.
• Photography: Capture moments and upload them to the Hackathon Commons Category. Be sure to follow the event's photography policy.
• Blogging: Write about the hackathon experience, the projects you've seen, or the people you've met.
• Help Desk: Assist others with questions, directions, or technical queries.

The following channels are used to connect with other participants. You only need to join one chat platform, as they are bridged together.

Chat:

• Telegram (Wikimedia Hackathon group)
• Matrix (#wikimedia-hackathon:matrix.org)
• IRC (#wikimedia-hackathon)

Social Media: Use the hashtag #wmhack on Mastodon and other platforms.

On-wiki discussion: Use the Hackathon talk page for questions.

To ensure a positive and inclusive environment, all Hackathon participants must adhere to the Code of Conduct for technical spaces. We prioritize respect and cooperation among attendees. Failure to comply may result in being asked to leave the event. Let's work together to create a welcoming and safe experience for everyone.