The Foundations.
AI Hackathon
Every breakthrough starts with an experiment.
We are partnering with Deloitte to deliver the Co-Builders AI Hackathon this January – a hands-on experience focused on building and testing real AI-powered solutions. Participants will work collaboratively, develop practical skills, and have the opportunity to be recognised through a £2,000 prize fund awarded to the standout solution.
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Anyone curious about AI and keen to explore generative tools, solve problems, and build new skills.
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Saturday 31st January | 09:00-17:30
Catalyst, Titanic Quarter, Belfast
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Your choice! Continue refining your idea with the knowledge you’ve now gained. Or you can apply to more Co-builders activities, from the Hot House to Block 2 – Disciplined Entrepreneurship!
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Practical AI skills
Confidence using generative AI
Stronger ideation abilities
New connections and potential team formation
Improved presentation skills
The Ideas Bootcamp is a full-day workshop that helps you shape and strengthen your ideas. Whether you are starting with a problem area or an early concept, you will refine, test, and explore its real potential through hands-on activities.
The Ideas Bootcamp
Turn problems into possibilities.
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Anyone with a problem area or idea they want to explore further. You don’t need to arrive with polished plans, just curiosity, openness, and a willingness to collaborate.
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Check back soon!
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Your choice! Continue refining your idea with the knowledge you’ve now gained. Or you can apply to more Co-builders activities, from the Hot House to Block 2 – Disciplined Entrepreneurship!
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Defined your problem area
Generated and explored new solutions
Learned how to use PMR to validate your ideas
The Hot House
Strong startups are built on powerful connections.
The Hot House is a full-day event designed to help you expand your network, build confidence in collaboration, and learn how to bring the right people together for startup success. It’s about strengthening your ability to connect, communicate, and co-build effectively.
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Anyone looking to grow their startup network, develop skills to work better with others, and learn how to connect with the right people at the right time.
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Check back soon!
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Your choice! Continue refining your idea with the knowledge you’ve now gained. Or you can apply to more Co-builders activities, from Disciplined Entrepreneurship or The Toolkit!
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Stronger networking confidence
Improved communication and collaboration skills
Practical understanding of how to build effective teams
Valuable new connections to support your startup journey
