AWS UG HK Meetup – Code with AWS Kiro: AWS AI Hackathon Nights

# 🚀 [SPECIAL] AWS UG HK Special Meetup – Code with AWS Kiro: AI Hackathon Nights 🤖💻

Join us for TWO exciting nights of coding, creativity, and collaboration as we dive into the AWS AI Hackathon Hong Kong! Form your dream team, get exclusive Kiro access codes, and compete for a chance to win a trip to AWS re:Invent Las Vegas! 🎰✈️

## 🎯 Event Overview

Get ready for an intense hackathon experience where you'll build innovative solutions using Amazon Q Developer or Kiro, AWS's generative AI-powered assistant. Whether you're a seasoned developer or an AI enthusiast, this is your chance to transform Hong Kong's key industries with cutting-edge AI technology!

Hackathon Official Website: https://aws-hong-kong-hackathon.devpost.comhttps://aws-hong-kong-hackathon.devpost.com

## 📅 Two-Night Schedule

### Night 1: September 29th - Team Formation & Kickoff

• Form your hackathon team (or find teammates on-site! or if you got a team already, just come!)
• Receive exclusive Kiro Access Codes 🔑
• Get expert help from AWS professionals with Kiro!!!
• Project ideation and planning session
• Introduction to Amazon Q Developer and Kiro
• Choose your hackathon theme
• Network with fellow developers

### Night 2: September 30th - Final Sprint & AWS Clinic

• Last-minute development rush 🏃‍♂️💨
• Debug, refine, and polish your solution
• Final submission preparation

## 🏆 Hackathon Themes - Choose Your Challenge!

1. 🛍️ Future of Retail – Revolutionize shopping experiences and retail operations
2. 🌏 Smart Tourism – Enhance travel experiences and industry efficiency
3. 🍜 F&B Innovation – Optimize food service operations and customer experiences
4. 💰 FinTech Evolution – Create solutions across Web3, cryptocurrency, and traditional finance
5. 🎨 Freestyle – Unleash your creativity with any innovative project!

## 🎁 Amazing Prizes

### 🥇 GRAND PRIZE: Trip to AWS re:Invent Las Vegas!

The winning team receives:

• ✈️ Round-trip economy flights (HK to Las Vegas)
• 🏨 5-night accommodation (Nov 30 - Dec 5)
• 🎫 AWS re:Invent Full Conference Pass (Value: USD 2,099)

### 🎽 Participation Prizes

500 winners can choose:

• AWS Premium T-Shirt
• AWS Premium Pickleball Swag (First come, first served!)

## 💡 Why Join?

• Exclusive Access: Get Kiro access codes available only at this event (Exclusive to AWS UG HK MEMBERS)
• Expert Support: AWS Hackathon Clinic with professional guidance
• Team Building: Find your perfect hackathon team or bring your own
• Real Impact: Build solutions that transform Hong Kong's industries
• Amazing Prizes: Compete for a trip to the world's premier cloud conference
• Networking: Connect with Hong Kong's vibrant AWS and AI community

## 🎯 Who Should Attend?

• Developers and programmers at any level
• AI/ML enthusiasts
• Startup founders and entrepreneurs
• Students passionate about technology
• Anyone interested in generative AI and cloud computing

## 📝 What to Bring

• Your laptop and charger
• Ideas for innovative solutions
• Energy and enthusiasm for late-night coding
• Team spirit (or come solo and find teammates!)

## 🔥 Special Features for UG Members

• Kiro Access Codes provided exclusively to attendees
• Pizza & Energy Drinks to fuel your coding marathon 🍕☕

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your skills, learn cutting-edge AI technology, and potentially win a trip to Las Vegas for AWS re:Invent 2025!

Space and ACCESS CODES are limited – Register now to secure your spot and Kiro access code!

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Note: This is a community event organized by AWS User Group Hong Kong while the participation in the hackathon requires agreement to AWS AI Hackathon Hong Kong official rules and regulations. See more on: https://aws-hong-kong-hackathon.devpost.com