DevFest Hackathon 2026

Build, Innovate & Connect

November 6–8, 2026

DevFest Hackathon 2026 is a welcoming space where people of all backgrounds come together to imagine, build, and share ideas for a better future. Instead of focusing on competition or speed, we emphasize collaboration, creativity, and community impact. With AI transforming the world, we approach it as a tool for augmentation, not replacement — a partner that supports human creativity, connection, and problem-solving.

At this event, participants explore how to use AI responsibly and ethically, ensuring that innovation is guided by inclusivity, fairness, and care for people. Whether you’re a coder, designer, storyteller, or community builder, there’s a place for your voice. Together, we’ll create solutions that reflect both human ingenuity and human values.

Become a Sponsor

Save the date for DevFest Florida Hackathon, November 6 through 8, 2026, in Orlando, Florida

About the Event

Join us for an electrifying, three-day sprint building GenAI-powered apps—a flagship DevFest event designed to spark innovation and connect the brightest minds in tech. This is your unparalleled opportunity to dive deep into the thrilling realm of AI agents and discover how they seamlessly integrate with the cutting-edge power of Google's technologies.

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Build with AI

Craft groundbreaking solutions using Google's Gemini AI suite, Google Cloud Platform, and Firebase.

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Forge Connections

Network with brilliant developers, share insights, and form lasting friendships and collaborations.

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Elevate Your Profile

Showcase your ingenuity and build impressive projects that will make your portfolio shine.

Tracks

Whether you're a builder or a visionary, we have a path for you.

Software Prototype

Develop a working MVP (Minimum Viable Product) of a high-impact software app or game enabled by AI. Bring your code to life and showcase your technical prowess.

App Pitch

Pitch a design and concept of operations for an app. Perfect for designers, project managers, and innovators who want to focus on strategy, user experience, and business potential.

Singularity Startup Pitch

Your team of Product Managers are tasked with creating a business plan + product definition for Event Horizon Labs. Imagine a strong business concept that leverages AI that surpasses human intelligence.

Our Community

Hear from the speakers, attendees, and community members who have made DevFest Florida what it is today and what keeps them coming back every year.

What Speakers Say

Voices from the DevFest Florida stage

Marc McDonald

@Marc_McDonald · Nov 16, 2019

#DevFestFL, hosted by @NeowareStudios, has been amazing! Such a great turnout and incredible speakers. We haven’t even gotten to the after party yet! #devfest19 #devfestfl #community

Dylan C. Israel

Nov 28, 2019

Had a blast giving my first conference talk at DevFest Florida 2019. Hoping to make it one of many! 🎤

Danielled Coe, The Flutterfly

@imafvgureskii · Dec 10, 2022

It is not an understatement that #DevFestFlorida back in 2019 and @bouncingherp and @larik changed my life! From attendee to speaker this year. 🌟

Christi Kapp

Founder, DataPsy.com

DevFest Florida is where the GDG community shows up for each other — it’s the room where ideas become teams, and teams become real products. 🚀

Community Buzz

Reactions from the people in the seats

Josh Holtzclaw

@JoshuaDevelops · Jan 19, 2019

So Magical! ✨ #DevFestFL Loved it.

Jim Snyder

@jimswdev · Nov 16, 2019

#DevFestfl@devfestfl awesome talk about their success with transitioning to @FlutterDev by @rodydavis and @jaofulizsk 🚀

Travis Stark

@TravisDStark · Nov 16, 2019

Having a great time at DevFest Florida #DevFest19#devfestfl 🎉

Thinkster

@GoThinkster · Jan 19, 2019

It’s been a great week, everyone! Here’s a video of @AccordionGuy performing “Should I sleep or should I code?” at #DevFestFL. This is the level of enthusiasm Thinkster.io has for helping you learn to code! 🎶💻

What 2023 Attendees Said

Real reactions from the 2023 DevFest Florida

“I had a great experience attending #DevFestFL. Thank you to all the sponsors who came out. Amazing people I met had a pleasure of connecting with.”

— LinkedIn attendee

“The talks were amazing and filled with valuable insight into how to truly stand out. What stood out was the community of passionate developers I met.”

— LinkedIn attendee

“It was a great event. Thanks to all the organizers and attendees. Let’s do it again next year! 🎉”

— X (Twitter) attendee

“Key Takeaways from DevFest Florida 2023 — my first tech conference. The talks were amazing and filled with valuable insight. The community of developers was incredibly welcoming and supportive.”

— LinkedIn attendee

“#DevFestFlorida was a blast this year. Thank you @jessicatehre and everyone who helped organize it.” — and — “Had fun and learned new things at #DevFestFlorida. Thanks for having me this year again!”

— X (Twitter) attendees