Hackathon prep

Hackathon prep to walk in actually ready.

This 14-day hackathon prep track gets you build-ready before you arrive. Hacker keeps the track and certificate; Champion adds Mahesh Chand's 5-part Winning Strategy playbook for a sharper edge before demo day.

14-day curated trackHost-branded certificateHacker available now

Built for practical learning and verified progress.

In short: a self-paced, 14-day hackathon prep track — 14 build-and-ship lessons, about seven minutes a day — ending in a verifiable HackIndia Learn certificate. One-time purchase, no subscription.

Choose your pack

Compare the live Hacker and Champion packs, then sample the free EP1 preview before you upgrade.

Feature comparison across Hacker, Champion, and Founder packs
What's included	Hacker₹299	Champion₹499	Founder₹999Coming soon
14-day hackathon prep track	Included	Included	Included
Co-branded hackathon certificate	Included	Included	Included
Mahesh Chand Winning Strategy videos	Not included	Included	Included
1:1 mentor session	Not included	Not included	Included
Judge introductions	Not included	Not included	Included
Featured hackathon profile	Not included	Not included	Included

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Winning Strategy with Mahesh Chand

Build a Winning Hackathon Mindset

Sample Mahesh's founder playbook, then unlock all 5 videos inside Champion for ₹499.

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What you'll do

The 14-day hackathon prep track, day by day

A clear path from idea to a submitted, demo-ready project — about 7 focused minutes a day.

Week 1 — Build

1
Frame the problem
Design Thinking Sprint
Pick one user pain point worth solving before you touch the stack.
Learn how to frame problems, build user empathy, and test stronger ideas before execution.
3 lessons
2
Build the wedge
AI-Native Builder
Cut the idea to a tiny first version you can actually ship.
Adopt prompt-first workflows, AI-speed execution, and production-ready architecture patterns for AI-native products.
5 lessons
3
Refine the prompt
Prompt Engineering
Turn loose intent into repeatable output and cleaner guidance.
Write stronger prompts, structure context well, and turn vague intent into reliable AI output.
4 lessons
4
Automate the workflow
AI Workflow Automation
Connect the first steps into a repeatable AI workflow.
Design repeatable AI workflows that connect research, generation, review, and publishing into systems.
4 lessons
5
Coordinate the agents
AI Agents
Split the work into safe tool steps and agent decisions.
Learn how AI agents plan, use tools, retain context, and complete multi-step workflows safely.
4 lessons
6
Wire the interactions
JavaScript Mastery
Connect the user actions, state updates, and events cleanly.
Master JavaScript from basics to advanced concepts including ES6+, async flows, and modern browser patterns.
5 lessons
7
Shape the interface
React Quest
Turn the flow into a polished interface people can use.
Build modern React apps with hooks, state flows, composition, and interface performance patterns.
4 lessons

Week 2 — Ship

8
Add guardrails
AI Guardrails & Evals
Catch errors, edge cases, and unsafe behavior early.
Control risk with evaluation loops, observability, token budgets, human review, and production guardrails.
4 lessons
9
Tighten the types
TypeScript Essentials
Use types to keep the shape of the app honest as it grows.
Master TypeScript for safer and more scalable applications with precise typing and interfaces.
3 lessons
10
Stand up the server
Node.js Fundamentals
Make the backend respond cleanly and keep the build moving.
Build server-side applications with Node.js, event-driven architecture, and service integrations.
3 lessons
11
Expose the API
API Development
Connect the app surface to the data and service endpoints.
Create and consume REST APIs, validate requests, and understand service contracts end to end.
3 lessons
12
Polish the experience
Web Development Bootcamp
Tune the UI so the demo feels smooth and deliberate.
Cover the core of HTML, CSS, layout, responsive thinking, and shipping a polished web experience.
3 lessons
13
Model the data
Database Mastery
Store the right information cleanly so the flow stays reliable.
Learn SQL, modeling, and data thinking with practical schema and query exercises.
3 lessons
14
Tell the story
Storytelling for Builders
Package the final demo and present it clearly.
Turn ideas into clear narratives for demos, interviews, product launches, and social reach.
3 lessons

Proof of work

A certificate worth sharing

Finish the track and earn a verifiable HackIndia Learncertificate you can add to LinkedIn, your resume, or a hackathon application.

Verified

Certificate of Completion

This certifies that

Your Name

is a certified Hackindia Hacker.

Credential ID

MC-HI-2026-••••

Loved by builders

“The 14-day track took me from zero to a working demo. Walked into the hackathon actually prepared.”

Aditya R.

CS undergrad, Pune

“The track forced us to cut scope early, which saved the second week of the build.”

Sneha K.

Hackathon builder · Bengaluru

“We shipped a cleaner demo and pitch because the prep sequence stayed focused.”

Rahul M.

Hackathon builder · Delhi

Questions

Frequently asked

Is this a one-time payment?

Yes. Hackathon Packs are a single one-time purchase — no subscription, no auto-renewal. You keep access to your track for the full hackathon window.

Do I need to attend a hackathon to benefit?

No. The 14-day track stands on its own as hackathon prep. The co-branded certificate and hackathon perks are a bonus if you do compete.

What's the difference between the tiers?

Hacker gives you the 14-day prep track and certificate. Champion adds Mahesh Chand's full Winning Strategy video series. Founder remains a teaser tier for future concierge-style add-ons.

Can I upgrade later?

Yes, in one click. Open your Hacker track page and you'll see a Champion upgrade priced at the difference — whatever you paid for Hacker is credited automatically, no support ticket needed.

Still deciding? Talk to our team.