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Book Overview

From understanding what hackathons are to organising and promoting your own event, this book covers everything you need to know.

Introduction to Hackathons

What hackathons are, why they matter, and how they foster innovation and collaboration.

Different Types of Hackathons

Explore corporate, student, civic, online, and themed hackathons to find the right fit.

Organiser Guides

Step-by-step checklists and timelines to plan and run a successful hackathon from start to finish.

Attendee Guides

Tips on team formation, ideation, pitching, and how to increase your chances of winning.

Prizes & Marketing

Strategies for structuring prizes and marketing your event to attract participants and sponsors.

Planning & Execution

Best practices for logistics, scheduling, judging criteria, and post-event follow-up.

Maximising Attendance

Proven techniques to drive registrations and get the most attendees through the door.

Promoting Your Event

Leverage social media, communities, and partnerships to spread the word effectively.

Who This Book Is For

Whether you're attending your first hackathon or organising your tenth, this book has something for you.

Attendees

Learn how to find and choose the right hackathons, form effective teams, brainstorm winning ideas, and present your project with confidence. Packed with tips to help you stand out and increase your chances of walking away with a prize.

Organisers

From planning and logistics to marketing and sponsorship, get practical checklists, timelines, and proven strategies to run a memorable event. Discover how to attract attendees, manage judging, and create an experience people will want to come back to.

About The Author

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Lee Englestone

Lee Englestone is a 6x Microsoft MVP in Developer Technologies, published author, with a BSc in Computation and an MSc in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, and has years of experience both attending and organising hackathons across the UK and Europe.

Having participated in countless events, Lee wanted to share the knowledge and insights gained along the way. The Hackathon Book is the result - a practical guide designed to help everyone make the most of their hackathon experience.

What Our Readers Says

  • "The Hackathon Book is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in hackathons. It covers everything from beginner tips to advanced organising strategies."

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    - Sarah Mitchell
    Event Director, TechFest

  • "This book gave me the confidence to organise my first hackathon. The checklists and timelines alone are worth the read."

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    - James Okonkwo
    Developer & Hackathon Organiser

  • "If you're serious about hackathons - whether attending or organising - this is the only book you'll need."

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    - Priya Sharma
    Product Manager, InnovateLab