PiHacks Enhanced

PiHacks 2026is an online hackathon exclusively for Pioneer High School students, running fromApril 1 to May 1, 2026 (tentatively, schedule is likely to change).You are expected to have read the competition guide, found at PiHacks.org (.docx download). You must have registered prior to starting.Whether you're a seasoned coder or just starting out, PiHacks is about building something real, learning along the way, and competing for prizes. This competition emphasizesauthentic work,clear progress, andusable projectsrather than rushed or AI-generated submissions.Participants can work solo or in teams of up to four and choose from a variety of tracks including AI/ML, Gaming, Social Good, Developer Tools, and aMystery Trackrevealed mid-competition.What makes PiHacks different:Strict emphasis onreal development (no AI spam)Commit history + GitHub-based judgingHardware-friendly with dedicated prize categoryPublic voting + judge scoring hybrid system