HACKATHON FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions about the CloudFest Hackathon.
This page holds the answers to most questions you might have about #CFHack24, this year’s CloudFest Hackathon: how to take part, what it accomplishes, and more.
Attending The Event
For the first time ever, we’re hosting this groundbreaking event in the breathtaking Hotel Krønasår, Europa-Park’s newest and most exclusive venue. This setting provides the perfect backdrop for pioneering ideas and transformative solutions.
All projects will unfold in the Vineta event location, ensuring ample space for all participants.
The call for projects will open in November 2024. Selected projects will be announced in the following weeks on our projects page, so attendees can make an informed decision on-site, in which project they’d like to participate.
Europa-Park sits at the heart of Europe, where Germany, France, and Switzerland meet.
Here‘s a quick guide from CloudFest on your travel options by plane, train, car, or bus.
If you travel by car, here is the Google map links for the Hotel Krønasår:
Find here some guidelines for the last steps toward your stay at Europa-Park for CloudFest Hackathon 2025:
1. Traveling from Offenburg to Ringsheim:
- By train: Deutsche Bahn (DB) offers convenient connections from anywhere in Germany to Offenburg, followed by a quick 20-minute ride to Ringsheim, the closest station to Europa-Park. Plan your trip and check connections here.
- By taxi: You can take a taxi from Offenburg station to Ringsheim. It’s about a 30-minute ride, but prices vary.
- By shuttle – SIXT Ride: If you’re moving in a group, consider booking a shuttle with SIXT for a comfy ride.
Information about the CloudFest shuttle will be added closer to the event.
2. Europa-Park Bus from Ringsheim Train Station:
Ringsheim station is your gateway to Europa-Park.
Hop on the Europa-Park Bus for a quick ride to your hotel. The timetable for the bus will be added.
Usually, there’s NO CloudFest shuttle service from Offenburg to Europa-Park before and during the Hackathon!
Information about the CloudFest shuttle will be added closer to the event.
Your accommodation and booking details for either Hotel El Andaluz or Hotel Colosseo will be available in your CloudFest account dashboard. Remember, hotel bookings can’t be altered based on personal preference.
For those who have opted for early arrival (to be announced), your hotel invoice will be added to your CloudFest account dashboard. You can download and review it at your convenience.
Please ensure that your hotel invoice is paid before your arrival.
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To ensure you’re always in the loop and can connect with fellow hackathon participants, we will set up a dedicated Mattermost channel for all things CloudFest Hackathon 2025. This is where you’ll find real-time updates, engage with project leads, and get to know your teammates before the event kicks off.
More information will be added closer to the event.
Application & Registration
Here’s what the new application process looks like:
- Apply for your free spot at the CloudFest Hackathon on our website: https://www.hackathon.cloudfest.com.
Keep in mind, this is just the initial step and doesn’t guarantee your registration.
- We will select our attendees based on multiple criteria after three application batches:
- Batch #1: October 31 – November 30
- Batch #2: December/January
- Batch #3: 2025 – Invite only
The sooner you apply, the higher your chances of being selected in the earlier batches!
- We’ll review applications and notify you by email regarding your status – whether approved, rejected, or placed on hold for the next batch.
- If approved, you’ll receive a special code via email. Use this code to register for CloudFest. Once done, you’re confirmed for both the Hackathon 2025 and the main festival!
Once you have successfully registered for CloudFest, we will reach out to you for additional information about accessibility needs, special dietary requirements, the length of your stay, and—of course—your hoodie size!
- Use the link and special code we will send you in the attendee confirmation email to register for CloudFest. Within moments, you’ll be confirmed for both the 2025 Hackathon and the main festival, at no cost to you!
In case you have more questions about the CloudFest registration process, check out the CloudFest Registration FAQ.
Registration for CloudFest is mandatory to attend both events! - We will then book your hotel accommodation in the Krønasår hotel, breakfast included, and send you final confirmation two to three weeks before the event.
Applications will happen in three batches:
- Batch #1: October 31 – November 30
- Batch #2: December/January
- Batch #3: 2025 – Invite only
As we gear up for CloudFest Hackathon 2025, we anticipate a surge of applications from all over the world, ready to make a difference in the open-source world.
The sooner you apply, the higher your chances of being selected in the earlier batches!
Application:
Apply for your free spot at the CloudFest Hackathon on our website:: https://www.hackathon.cloudfest.com. We will select our attendees based on different criteria and notify them via email.
Your application is NOT yet a registration and doesn’t guarantee a registration: neither for the Hackathon nor for the CloudFest main event.
Registration:
Once we have selected you as a Hackathon attendee, use the link and special code we will send you in the confirmation email to register for CloudFest. Within moments, you’ll be confirmed for both the hackathon and the main festival, at no cost to you.
In case you have more questions about the CloudFest registration process, check out the CloudFest Registration FAQ.
Registration is mandatory to participate in both events!
We will select our attendees based on different criteria in three batches.
While our primary attendees encompass Web Developers, Software Engineers, Sys-Admins, and Frontend & UX-Designers, we celebrate diversity in skills and backgrounds.
Our ambition is simple: to curate a melting pot of diverse talents and minds in the open-source landscape.
The sooner you apply, the higher your chances of being selected in the earlier batches!
Here’s a breakdown of the hotel accommodation process for CloudFest Hackathon attendees:
- CloudFest Hackathon Stay: All registered Hackathon attendees will enjoy a two-night stay on March 16 & 17, 2024, in a luxurious four-star Europa-Park Hotel. This includes full catering and drinks, all on the house.
- Special Rate for Early Arrival: to be announced
- Additional Free Night (March 17): to be announced
- Booking: We will handle the hotel bookings at the Hotel Krønasår for you. You can expect a final confirmation from our side a few weeks before the event.
- Confirmation: After finalizing your booking, you’ll find your hotel confirmation details in the dashboard of your registered CloudFest account.
- Accessibility Needs: We value inclusivity and will ensure the accommodation meets the accessibility requirements of our attendees during the registration process.
We aim to make the process seamless for all attendees, allowing you to focus on the Hackathon and enjoy your stay!
Main booking period (2 nights):
- Saturday, March 15, 2024 (check-in)
- Monday, March 16, 2024 (check-out)
Additional Free Night:
to be announced
Early Arrival Night:
to be announced
For registered CloudFest Hackathon attendees, we will offer an early arrival night at a special rate:
to be announced
Yes! Upon check-in, you will receive breakfast vouchers that give you access to your hotel’s breakfast amenities during breakfast hours.
Coffee and snacks will also be served at the CloudFest Hackathon venue.
Once you are selected as an attendee and successfully registered for CloudFest and the Hackathon, we will reach out to you for additional information about accessibility needs and special dietary requirements.
Simply apply through our CloudFest Hackathon website at https://www.hackathon.cloudfest.com.
If accepted, we’ll recognize your existing CloudFest ticket and guide you through the next steps.
