Course Overview
CODE_EXP is a mobile dev hackathon spread over three phases:
Phase 1: Training sessions
Phase 2: Qualifiers
Phase 3: Finals
Lesson Outcomes
Gain Hands-on Experience with React Native
Understand the fundamentals of React Native for cross-platform mobile development.
Build functional mobile UI components and integrate backend services.
Master the End-to-End Prototyping Process
Learn how to ideate, wireframe, and prototype a mobile app concept effectively.
Translate user needs into intuitive app designs.
Integrate Generative AI into Mobile Apps
Explore how to leverage generative AI tools (e.g. LLMs) to enhance app functionality.
Understand practical use cases and best practices for AI integration.
Work with Edge LLMs
Learn about deploying LLMs on-device or on the edge for faster, privacy-preserving AI features.
Understand the trade-offs and constraints of edge computing in mobile environments.
Develop Communication & Pitching Skills
Craft a compelling 1-minute elevator pitch video.
Create a persuasive slide deck that clearly articulates the value proposition and architecture of your app.
Learn Agile, Time-Conscious Product Development
Practice working within tight deadlines to ideate, develop, and iterate on a mobile app concept.
Experience what it's like to build MVPs in a fast-paced, real-world scenario.
Compete and Collaborate Under Pressure
Improve teamwork and decision-making in a live, competitive setting.
Receive feedback from judges and peers to iterate on your project.
Details
Phase 1: Levelling Up
Training Schedule:
Welcome Brief and Intro to Prototyping • 11 May (Sun) • 9:30am-12:30pm
React Native 1 • 11 May (Sun) • 2pm - 5pm
React Native 2 • 12 May (Mon) • 9:30am-12:30pm
React Native 3 • 12 May (Mon) • 2pm - 5pm
Working with Generative AI • 13 May (Tue) • 9:30am-12:30pm
Edge LLMs • 14 May (Wed) • 9:30am-12:30pm
Phase 2: Qualifiers
Deadline: 1200hrs, 24 May 2025
Submission: https://tk.sg/codeexp25_qualifiers
Submission requirements:
Proposal (Value proposition slide deck, no more than 15 slides)
Elevator Pitch (1-minute video)
Architecture
Wireframe
Phase 3: Finals
Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre
11 & 12 June 2024
40 teams will compete live for cash prizes
Put in the final touches to your mobile app
Pitch and impress the Panel of Judges