Twilio Developer Showcase (chance to win a PS5)

TL;DR: Join us for this *free* in-person event, brought to you by Twilio, featuring:

• Community-crafted projects built by you, leveraging Twilio products
• A chance to win prizes (including a PS5 and more)!
• Complimentary food

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We want to celebrate and spotlight your projects built with Twilio products. Whether you've developed a messaging app, integrated voice calling, or explored the power of Twilio's APIs in any other way, we want to hear from you!

In 5-minute presentations, show the audience what you’ve built with Twilio. Following the presentations, our judges will evaluate your submissions and award prizes to the standout applications.

• 1st prize: Sony Playstation 5 (slim)
• 2nd prize: Raspberry Pi 4 Starter Kit
• 3rd prize: Divoom Ditoo Pixel Art Bluetooth Speaker

Rules

1. Eligibility: Submissions are open to those who have built projects using Twilio products.
2. Submission Limit: Each participant may submit only one project for consideration.
3. Original Work: Projects submitted must be the original work of the participant.
4. Compliance: Projects must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
5. Deadline: All project submissions must be received by the specified deadline, as communicated in the event details.
6. Presentation Length: Presentations during the meetup must adhere to the allotted time limit of 5 minutes.
7. Respectful Conduct: Participants are expected to engage in respectful and professional conduct throughout the meetup.
8. Judging: The decisions of the judges are final and binding in all matters related to the event.
9. Prize Distribution: Prizes will be awarded as described in the event details. Winners must be present to claim their prizes.
10. Code of Conduct: Participants must adhere to the event's code of conduct, promoting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all attendees.

Submission Guidelines

• Please submit your application via this form by March 6th, 2024 at 6:30 PM.
• Submissions will be presented in the order they are received.
• Due to time constraints, we may be unable to showcase every submission.
• Each person may submit ONE build with Twilio, which will equal one entry.
• See https://www.twilio.com/legal/rules for terms.

Three prizes will be awarded, valued $700 USD in total. Winners will be chosen from qualifying entries at the event.

Agenda
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Networking & Food
6:00 PM - 6:15 PM: Welcome! Open Mic & Intros
6:15 PM - 6:30 PM: How to Use Twilio (5-Minute Demo)
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Developer Showcase Presentations
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Prize Giveaway & Networking

Resources to help you learn

• Twilio Docs
• Twilio Developer Blog
• Summarize Text from Images using AI and Python
• How to Build a Picture Guessing Game
• Messaging Quickstart
• Twilio Studio Quickstart
• TwilioDevs Youtube
• On-Demand Developer Training

FAQ
How do I submit my project?
Please submit your application via this submission form by March 6th, 2024 at 6:30 PM.

Do I need to be a developer to attend?
Nope! Anyone interested in learning more about Twilio or our community is welcome to attend.

I’ve never used Twilio, how can I start?
Check out this Messaging Quickstart guide on sending your first SMS with Twilio.

I’m new to coding, how can I participate?
Twilio Studio is a no-code tool that allows you to build applications without worrying about writing code. Check out this Studio Quickstart guide for more info.

Do I need to prepare a presentation?
It’s encouraged but up to you! There is a field in the submission form to upload your presentation.

How will my application be judged?
Applications will be evaluated based on various factors, including but not limited to creativity, technical complexity, innovation, and overall impact. Judges will review submissions and vote to determine the winners.

Is there onsite parking?
Yes, there is *free* on-site parking on the Microsoft campus. Check out the locations on Google Maps for Buildings 20, 16, or 25.