Oct 19–29
Get Started
Hackathon begins
Start building anytime
· Optional
Kickoff webinar
8:30 AM PT
& · Optional
Office hours
8:30 AM PT on both dates
Hackathon
Build AI agents with interfaces people love to use.
Build with Agent-Native and compete for $10,000 in prizes.
Open to developers worldwide. Start building today. No registration required.
The challenge
Build an app where people and agents work together.
Use the Agent-Native framework to turn your idea into a working app. Give your agent a real job and your users an interface to view, edit, and act on its work.
What makes a strong entry
An agent with a purposeBuild around a clear task: analyze data, automate a workflow, or create something users can work with.
An interface that puts users in controlLet users explore results, make edits, and guide the agent's next steps.
A connected experienceMake the UI and agent work with the same data and actions, so users can move between direct interaction and agent assistance.
Why Agent-Native?
One action. Shared across your app.
Define a capability once with defineAction(). Your React UI, agent, and integrations call the same code.
defineAction() · actions/hello.ts
import { defineAction } from "@agent-native/core/action";
import { z } from "zod";
export default defineAction({
description: "Return a friendly greeting.",
schema: z.object({
name: z.string().default("world").describe("Name to greet"),
}),
http: { method: "GET" },
run: async ({ name }) => {
return { message: `Hello, ${name}!` };
},
});What you can win
$10,000in prizes
Winning projects receive cash awards and a spotlight across Builder channels.
Builder Spotlight
A Community feature, winners-webinar invitation, official social mentions, and a shout-out from Steve.
Grand Prize
Top overall project
$5,000
2nd Place$2,500
3rd Place$1,500
4th Place$750
5th Place$250
$10,000 USD across 5 ranked prizes. One cash award per project or team; winner benefits are additional.
Prizes are subject to eligibility, verification, and applicable taxes. See the Official Rules.
Hackathon Timeline
2026. All times Pacific Time (PT).
- Oct 30 – Nov 2
Build & Submit
Final Hackathon Weekend
Submission deadline
11:59 PM PT
- Nov 6
Winners
Winners announced
Five cash prizes
Totaling $10,000
Start building October 19. All live events are optional.
How to Participate
Build with Agent-Native, show your app in action, and submit by November 2.
01
Build
Create a working app with Agent-Native.
02
Record
Record a public Clips demo of your working app.
03
Submit
Share your project details and public demo link.
Submissions close November 2 at 11:59 PM PT.
Review the Official Rules for eligibility and submission requirements.
FAQs
Who can participate?
Participation is open worldwide, subject to applicable laws and sanctions. Each participant must be at least 18 years old or the legal age of majority in their jurisdiction, whichever is higher. This is a free, skill-based competition; no purchase is necessary. Void where prohibited. Sponsor employees and individuals involved in judging cannot win. Developers, students, indie builders, and professionals are welcome; you do not need to be a working professional. See the Official Rules for full eligibility requirements.
Do I need to register before I start building or submit?
No. You can start building on October 19, 2026 without registering or attending a live event. Any event RSVP is separate and optional. Rules and resources are public; submit a completed Agent-Native project and public Clips demo before the deadline for award consideration.
When does the hackathon start?
The hackathon begins October 19, 2026. You can start building then without registration or live attendance. The optional kickoff is Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 8:30 AM PT. The final hackathon weekend runs October 30 – November 1, 2026; it is not the whole build window. Submit by Monday, November 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT, after the final weekend.
Do I need to attend any live events?
No. All live events, including the kickoff webinar, office hours, and winners showcase, are optional. Attendance is not required to build, enter, submit, win, or receive a prize. Any event RSVP is separate and optional.
Can I participate as part of a team?
Yes. You can participate solo or as part of a team. Every team member must meet the participation eligibility requirements and be identified in the submission. Cash prizes are awarded per winning entry, not per team member. See the Official Rules for team requirements.
Can international participants win cash prizes?
Eligible international participants can win cash prizes. Cash awards are stated in USD per winning entry, not per person. Payment is subject to eligibility and identity verification, applicable legal, payment, and tax restrictions, and any mandatory withholding. No net payment amount is guaranteed.
How are prizes paid?
Eligible international participants can win cash prizes. Cash awards are stated in USD per winning entry, not per person. Payment is subject to eligibility and identity verification, applicable legal, payment, and tax restrictions, and any mandatory withholding. No net payment amount is guaranteed. Winners must provide the information and documentation needed to verify eligibility and process payment, including required tax forms. Payment arrangements are subject to the Official Rules; no particular payment method or payment date is guaranteed.
Do I own my project?
Yes. You retain ownership of your project and remain responsible for having the rights to any third-party materials you use. By submitting, you grant a limited, non-exclusive license to display and share your submitted project materials and demo solely to administer, showcase, and promote this hackathon and its results, as described in the Official Rules. This does not transfer ownership of your project.