Hackathons

Collaborate. Create. Compete.

Hackathons are events where students, hobbyists, and programmers of all levels get together for a brief period and work on a project using software, hardware, and other materials.

Get MATLAB

Participating in a Major League Hacking (MLH) event? MathWorks has partnered with MLH to offer free access to MATLAB and Simulink. A complimentary desktop license for MATLAB is also available.

Access MATLAB Online

If you’re a student, your university may already provide MATLAB and Simulink access. Associate your school email address with an existing license to access MATLAB for free.

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Hackathon Resources

Find inspiration for your next hack. The Awesome MATLAB and Simulink Hackathons GitHub repository includes hackathon tips and tricks, links to hackathons supported by MathWorks, code examples, and more.

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Run Your Own MATLAB Hackathon

Partner with MathWorks and host a hackathon using MATLAB and Simulink. You’ll receive a step-by-step guide as well as the materials and support needed to plan and run the event.

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