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NextGen GPT AI Hackathon with Clarifai

Utilize Clarifai platform to build with the Latest Technology Today - GPT-4(Vision), Assistants API, Text to Speech, GPT-4 Turbo, Image Generation DALLΒ·E API

  • πŸš€ Access Advanced OpenAI Models through Clarifai: Approved participants can now utilize the latest models from OpenAI at no cost, thanks to the Hackathon Plan on the Clarifai platform!
  • πŸ† Prize Pool: $5,500 in Cash and Clarifai Credits!
  • 🀝 Collaborative Community: Work in teams of 1 to 6 members, fostering community connections and collaborative innovation.
  • πŸ’‘ Startup Building Opportunities: Extend beyond the Hackathonβ€”build your startup with support and opportunities beyond the initial project.
  • πŸ§‘πŸ»β€πŸ’» To be accepted into the Hackathon, please ensure you have created a Clarifai account using the same email as your lablab.ai account. Follow the instructions by clicking the 'Complete Registration' button.
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Build with Clarifai at the Llama 2 Hackathon

Take the Challenge!

Start with Clarifai

Clarifai offers a full-stack deep learning platform for building production AI apps with computer vision, NLP, and generative models. Register with your lablab.ai email before the Kick-Off Stream for Clarifai access during the Hackathon. Please note that only Hackathon participants who utilize Clarifai will be eligible to take part in the Hackathon Challenge.

Start Learning

We've prepared tutorials and guides to ensure your smooth onboarding and preparation process for the hackathon. Check them out!

Unleashing AI Potential with Clarifai

Explore the versatility of Clarifai's AI technology for transformative project enhancements, offering advanced tools for creativity, analysis, and customization.

πŸš€ Empower Your Imagination

Explore the world of generative AI with Clarifai's Large Language Models, ideal for crafting rich textual content. The platform offers advanced image generation models that enable the creation of captivating visuals. Additionally, sophisticated speech generation models are available for developing realistic voice outputs, enhancing user experiences across various applications.

πŸ” Discover Precision and Efficiency

Clarifai's platform is recognized for its precision and efficiency in data classification and analysis, facilitating swift, smart decision-making. Detection models provide deeper insights into images and videos, revealing intricate details. The capability for image segmentation offers a nuanced approach to analysis, adding depth to project outcomes.

πŸ’‘ Train, Test, and Triumph

When pre-trained models don’t meet specific needs, Clarifai provides the option to custom train models with diverse architectures. The platform is designed for seamless management of AI applications, simplifying the workflow. Leveraging datasets for targeted model training and iterative fine-tuning ensures that AI solutions are finely tuned for optimal performance.

Build with Tonic AI

Evaluate your RAG setup!

Use Tonic Validate

Tonic.ai helps you synthesize realistic benchmarks and measure the performance of your RAG system. Their tools help you easily measure the performance of your RAG system and leverage private data for model training. Check out Tonic Validate to incorporate in your hackathon project for a smarter way to optimize RAG in your projects. Additionally, if you are using sensitive data, you can also use some of Tonic’s synthetic data tools to create realistic de-identified synthetic training data.

Hackathon Challenge

Create your own AI application using listed models with Clarifai platform! Explore any use case, industry, or application functionality. This challenge is an opportunity to experiment, learn technology, and receive direct support and feedback from the Clarifai team and AI builder community!

Use at least one of these technologies:

To participate in the Hackathon Challenge, integrate at least one of the listed technologies with the Clarifai platform:

Feel free to incorporate newly released OpenAI technologies:

For all approved participants, Clarifai will automatically assign the Hackathon Plan, which provides access to the platform and models at no cost during the hackathon. To access this plan, participants must sign up on Clarifai using the same email address associated with their lablab.ai account.

Tonic.ai Data Challenge: Win $500!

For your Hackathon project, use Tonic Validate to measure the accuracy of RAG solutions in your project. The best application wins! Learn more about Tonic Validate.

The winner of the Challenge will be chosen by the Tonic.ai team and will receive πŸ’°$500 cash prize in addition to the main hackathon prizes.

πŸ† Prizes:

πŸ₯‡ 1st Place: πŸ’° $1,500 Cash + $1,000 in Clarifai Credits + 🎁 Swag Kit πŸ₯ˆ 2nd Place: πŸ’° $1,050 Cash + $750 in Clarifai Credits + 🎁 Swag Kit πŸ₯‰ 3rd Place: πŸ’° $700 Cash + $500 in Clarifai Credits + 🎁 Swag Kit 4th, 5th, and 6th Place: 🎁 Swag Kit

The Swag Kit includes a stainless steel water bottle, baseball cap, and branded pen. Win big and enjoy your prizes! πŸš€

Please note, to guarantee access to Clarifai for the Hackathon, please register using the same email as your lablab.ai account before the start of the Kick-Off Stream. While the lablab team will endeavor to make their best effort, there is no guarantee of entry, offer, or reward of any of giveaways or prizes, and such entry, offer, or reward will be subject to their respective availability, conditions, and certain criteria that will need to be met. lablab reserves the right to amend, modify or cancel any of the items or terms of this event or even the event in its entirety. While lablab is not obligated to, it will endeavor to inform participants within a reasonable timeframe of such changes.

Submission Guidelines

  • Ensure your project uses at least GPT-4 Turbo, GPT-4 Vision, Image Generation DALL-E API, or OpenAI Text-to-Speech model through the Clarifai API.
  • Make sure to share your source code in a public GitHub repository.
  • Provide a detailed description and documentation of your project.
  • A video or live demo showcasing your project is required – having both is a plus!

Check out the models!

Check out the models available for you over the Hackathon to get started!

πŸ’» GPT-4 (Vision)

GPT-4 with Vision, or GPT-4V, seamlessly integrates image understanding into language models. Answer questions about images and unlock new possibilities. πŸ‘‰ GPT-4 Turbo and GPT-4V on Clarifai for Hackathon participants

πŸ’» Text-to-Speech

The Text-to-Speech API transforms written text into lifelike spoken audio. With six built-in voices, it's ideal for various applications, including narrating blog posts and real-time streaming output. πŸ‘‰ Text-to-Speech model on Clarifai.

πŸ’» Image Generation DALLΒ·E API

The Images API, featuring DALLΒ·E, enables the generation and manipulation of images based on text prompts. πŸ‘‰ Image Generation DALLΒ·E API on Clarifai

πŸ’» Custom GPTs

Create tailored versions of ChatGPT without coding. Custom GPTs cater to specific tasks, making AI more helpful in various scenarios. Craft your custom GPT effortlessly with the quick onboarding guide.

Judging Criteria

Application of Technology

How effectively the chosen model(s) are integrated into the solution.

Presentation

The clarity and effectiveness of the project presentation.

Business Value

The potential impact and practical value of the solution.

Originality

Uniqueness and creativity in addressing the challenge.

Get Started With Clarifai!

Discover Clarifai's updated portal with this video, showcasing the platform's features and capabilities. Learn about model integration, code generation, and more.

From lablab.ai Hackathons to Your Startup

For lablab.ai Community members excelling in our Hackathons, this is your gateway to building the foundations of your very own startup. Top performers may seize the opportunity to join prestigious startup accelerator programs like GAIA and Slingshot.

Slingshot refines startup concepts and MVPs. GAIA is an intensive 10-week accelerator, located in Saudi Arabia.

Remember, admission to these programs depends on availability and specific criteria. Don't miss your chance to bring your innovative project to life!

Speakers, Mentors and Organizers

  • Theodoros Ampas
    Mentor

    Theodoros Ampas

    Technical Mentor

  • Walaa Nasr Elghitany
    Mentor

    Walaa Nasr Elghitany

    Lablab Head Judge

  • Shebagi Mitra
    Mentor

    Shebagi Mitra

    Technical Mentor

  • Dina Shall
    Organizer

    Dina Shall

    Global Community Manager

    • Olesia Zinchenko
      Organizer

      Olesia Zinchenko

      Product Marketing Manager

    • Damian PawΕ‚owski
      Organizer

      Damian PawΕ‚owski

      Business Development

    • Daniel Duccik
      Organizer

      Daniel Duccik

      Marketing&Visual

    • Gary NN
      Organizer

      Gary NN

      • Muhammad Inaamullah
        Mentor

        Muhammad Inaamullah

        ML Engineer

      • Ian Kelk
        Mentor

        Ian Kelk

        Product Marketing Manager

      • Luv Bansal
        Mentor

        Luv Bansal

        ML Ops Engineer

      • Alfredo Ramos
        Mentor

        Alfredo Ramos

        Clarifai Humanoid

      • Sanwal Yousaf
        Speaker

        Sanwal Yousaf

        Sales Engineer

        • Ethan Philpott
          Mentor

          Ethan Philpott

          Software Engineer

          • Joe Ferrara
            Mentor

            Joe Ferrara

            Senior AI Scientist

          • Nicholas Speece
            Speaker

            Nicholas Speece

            VP Sales Engineering

          • Sumanth Papareddy
            Speaker

            Sumanth Papareddy

            ML Developer Advocate

            • Ander Steele
              Judge

              Ander Steele

              Head of AI

              • Adam Kamor
                Judge

                Adam Kamor

                • Artjom Kurapov
                  Judge

                  Artjom Kurapov

                  Engineer

                • Artjom Shestajev
                  Judge

                  Artjom Shestajev

                  Product @ Clarifai

                Event Schedule

                • To be announced

                Winner Submissions πŸ†

                Submitted concepts, prototypes and pitches

                Submissions from the teams participating in the NextGen GPT AI Hackathon with Clarifai event and making it to the end πŸ‘Š

                Band of Agents Hackathon

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                Band of Agents Hackathon

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