Frequently Asked Questions
What is HackHPC?
HackHPC is a network of hackathons, codeathons, training institutes, and faculty development programs focused on high-performance computing (HPC), AI, and science gateways. Events run in partnership with organizations like ADMI, TACC, ORNL, and the Science Gateways community.
Who can participate?
It depends on the event — some are open to any student or researcher, others (like the ADMI Symposium hackathons) are tied to a partner conference, and a few (like SGX3 Spring Training) are invitation-only cohorts. Check each event's site on the Events Archive for specifics.
What's the time commitment?
It varies by event — from a single day (StudentHack@SC22) to multi-week faculty institutes (FacultyHack@Gateways runs several weeks). Each event's site lists its exact schedule.
How do mentors get involved?
Mentors are recruited per event, typically from partner institutions, national labs, and industry. See Become a Mentor for details, and browse past mentors in the Mentor Gallery.
Is there a cost to participate?
HackHPC events are run by partner organizations and are typically free to participants; costs vary by event and are listed on each event's site.
How can my organization partner with HackHPC?
See Get Involved for how to reach out about sponsoring or co-hosting an event.