Hackathons Archives

Aug. 11, 2017 by M. Thengvall

Community Spotlight: Rise And Shine With This Alexa Skill

Getting out of bed in the morning is easier with coffee and your new favorite Alexa skill: MyMorning.Online, our winners from the recent AngelHack.

Mar. 22, 2017 by J. Tanton

Top 5 Reasons to Join SparkPost As An Engineering Intern

Opportunities, technology and perks galore! Our director of HR lays out the top 5 reasons you should consider joining us as an engineering intern.

Jan. 6, 2017 by M. Thengvall

How To Build a Resolution Reminder App

Looking to keep your new years resolutions? Mary walks you through the resolution reminder app she built with the help of her furry friend Ember.

Dec. 28, 2016 by C. McFadden

How to Run a Hackathon: Tips and Tricks for Success

Our engineering teams just wrapped their annual winter hackathon. Hear from our VP of Engineering on how to run a hackathon and tips for your own future events.

Dec. 23, 2016 by A. Howard

2016 Hackathon Review and Where You Can Find Us In 2017

Our dev relations team canvassed the USA this year attending many hackathons. Here’s our 2016 hackathon review and where you'll find us in the new year.

Dec. 16, 2016 by R. Leland

Community Driven Development at SparkPost

Over the past year, we’ve revised our product and engineering processes to embrace community driven development. Rich walks you through the new process.

Sep. 30, 2016 by V. Song

3 Lessons I've Learned from Attending Hackathons

Sometimes, you’ll learn more than just programming from attending hackathons. Engineering intern Vincent Song shares his three takeaways.

Sep. 23, 2016 by A. Howard

Post Hackathon Advice: What Should You Do Now?

You've successfully participated in a hackathon but what now? See what we encourage you to do post hackathon so you can get the most out of your experience.

Sep. 16, 2016 by M. Thengvall

What Hackathon Judges Look For

You’ve endured hours of caffeine and writing new code. All that’s left? Presenting to hackathon judges. Take a deep breath -- you’re in the final stretch!

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