Synthesis Hacks

About the challengeSYNthesis Hacks is a networking-focused hackathon where participants build projects that explore networking through applications, security, automation, analysis, and interactive learning. Whether you are brand new to networking or already have experience with tools like Python, Wireshark, GNS3, Packet Tracer, Netmiko, or NAPALM, there is a track for you.Participants can build anything from educational games and simulations to real networked applications, security configurations, automation workflows, and traffic analysis tools. The goal is to make networking more approachable, more practical, and more exciting through hands-on building.Get startedDoors open at9:00 AMfor check-in, followed by a9:30 AM team mixerand a10:15 AM opening presentation. Hacking officially begins at10:30 AMand runs until the3:00 PM hard deadline. Judging begins at3:30 PM, winners are announced at5:30 PM, and the event ends at6:00 PM.At a glance:Hacking:10:30 AM – 3:00 PMBreakfast:9:00 AM – 11:00 AMLunch:1:30 PM – 2:30 PM