2025:Hackathon
Wikimania Hackathon 2025 Projects call is open!
- 🎯 Who can submit?
- Anyone attending Wikimania 2025 onsite — developers, designers, translators, newcomers, experienced contributors, and organisers.
- 🛠 What to submit?
- Tools, scripts, bots, MediaWiki or Wikidata development, design/UI work, documentation or translation projects, or anything technical that supports Wikimedia.
- 📍 Onsite only
- Please note: this hackathon will be held entirely onsite. Project leads and collaborators must be present in person.
- 📅 Deadline for submission: Open through out the hackathon period
Wikimania 2025 Hackathon will be an immersive celebration of creativity, collaboration, and innovation set against the vibrant backdrop of Nairobi, Kenya. As a vital part of Wikimania, this hackathon is a working event where developers, designers, researchers, editors, and community builders from around the world meet to co-work on Product and Technology challenges. The event is an opportunity to experiment with fresh ideas, develop cutting-edge tools, and tackle real-world challenges facing the Wikimedia projects.
Program & Schedule
The Hackathon kicks off on Tuesday, 5 August and a dedicated workspace will be available throughout the conference until Saturday, 9 August.
- Hackathon Opening: Details for the opening ceremony will be announced soon. It will be the official start for project work and collaboration.
- Project Hacking: The hackathon space will be open for all registered participants for onsite collaboration.
- Hackathon Showcase: The event will culminate in a showcase where participants can present their projects to the community.
- Sessions: All technical sessions and workshops are integrated into the main Wikimania Technology Track. Please check the main program for relevant sessions.
We’ll be including a Newcomer Track to support first-time participants, including sessions and help finding projects to join. If you’re attending as a newcomer, you won’t be alone — we’ve got resources and support to help you get started. More details will be shared during the Newcomer Orientation Session, happening on:
- July 12th at 13:00 UTC:Meeting Link (check your timezone)
- July 19th at 16:00 UTC: Meeting Link (check your timezone)
Participation & Projects
Participation in the Hackathon is open to all Wikimania attendees. If you have registered for the main conference, you are all set!
- Registration: No separate registration is needed.
- Onsite Only: This year's hackathon is an onsite-only event. Project leads and collaborators must be present in person to participate in project work.
- Call for Projects: Have an idea? Submit your project on Phabricator for collaboration.
- Participants List: Add yourself to the participants list to connect with others.
Please note: Project collaboration is onsite only. The opening and closing ceremonies may be streamed; details will be shared closer to the event.
How to Prepare
- Set up your laptop with a development environment you might need: Follow the instructions on the laptop setup page to find out more about our development environments (e.g.: creating a Phabricator account, Git, Gerrit, and more).
- Browser Resources: if you are a newcomer, please feel free to check out and try your hands on some of these resources before attending the hackathon.
- Browse Projects: Check out the submitted projects on Phabricator. See what others are planning and find ideas that match your skills and interests. The project tag is Wikimania-Hackathon-2025.
- Bring Your Laptop: Don't forget your computer and charger to be able to participate fully.
- Join the Conversation: Connect with other participants before the event through our communication channels.
Volunteer
The Hackathon is run by and for its participants. You can help make it a great experience for everyone!
- Documentation: Help take notes during the opening and closing sessions. Feel free to document other technology track related sessions using etherpad.
- Photography: Capture moments and upload them to the Hackathon Commons Category. Be sure to follow the event's photography policy.
- Blogging: Write about the hackathon experience, the projects you've seen, or the people you've met.
- Help Desk: Assist others with questions, directions, or technical queries.
Communicate
The following channels are used to connect with other participants. You only need to join one chat platform, as they are bridged together.
- Chat:
- Social Media: Use the hashtag #wmhack on Mastodon, Twitter, and other platforms.
- On-wiki discussion: Use the Hackathon talk page for questions.
Code of Conduct
To ensure a positive and inclusive environment, all Hackathon participants must adhere to the Code of Conduct for technical spaces. We prioritize respect and cooperation among attendees. Failure to comply may result in being asked to leave the event. Let's work together to create a welcoming and safe experience for everyone.
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