Sentinel Hacks

Sentinel
Hacks.

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JAN 23 · 2027
days until we build
WHENSaturday, Jan 23, 2027
WHERE Llama Ventures 880 W Maude Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
COSTFree
PRIZESYes · Details TBD

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One Saturday.
Make something.

Sentinel Hacks is a student-run hackathon organized through our FTC robotics team. We want a room full of people who like building things and a full day to see what they can make.

You do not need a polished idea or tons of experience. Bring a laptop, meet people, build something, and demo it at the end.

Create something meaningful.

Sentinel Hacks will feature multiple separate tracks. We are still locking in the final lineup, so the exact themes and judging details will be announced closer to the event.

There will be prizes.

Prize categories and exact prize packages are still being finalized with sponsors.

$1,500+ in sponsor benefits for all attendees

Every attendee will receive access to sponsor-provided benefits and opportunities with more than $1,500 in listed value.

WHOHigh school students
EXPERIENCEBeginners welcome
TEAM SIZE1-4
VENUELlama Ventures

Benefit value is based on sponsor-provided listed values. The final attendee package and track details may change as additional sponsors are confirmed.

Schedule

A full Saturday of building at Llama Ventures. Times are tentative and may shift as final event details are confirmed.

Check-in
Opening ceremony
Hacking begins
Lunch
Demos
Awards + closing dinner
Event ends
Bronze $250
  • Logo on banner and website
  • Shout-out at opening and closing
  • Social media mention
Silver $500
  • Everything in Bronze
  • Medium logo on banner, T-shirt, and website
  • Sponsor a prize category
  • Option to provide a judge or mentor
Gold $1,000
  • Everything in Silver
  • Large logo on banner, T-shirt, and website
  • Five-minute speaking slot
  • Sponsor booth at the event
  • Option to host a workshop or tech talk
Title $2,500
  • Everything in Gold
  • Presented by [Company] event billing
  • Largest logo, named track, and one judge
  • Ten-minute opening slot and workshop
  • Dedicated Instagram posts

Our backers.

Sentinel Hacks runs on the companies and organizations that want to invest in the next generation of builders.

Spots are open. Empty slots show what is available. We take multiple sponsors per tier, so there is always room.

Venue sponsor

Hosting Sentinel Hacks in Sunnyvale.

880 W Maude Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Title · $2,500
Become the title partner One company only
Gold · $1,000
Trail of Bits Sponsor us Sponsor us
Silver · $500
Bronze · $250
Algoverse
In-kind

Products, credits, and services that make Sentinel Hacks possible.

YRI Fellowship PCBWay CodeCrafters CodeCrafters

FAQ

When and where is it?

Saturday, January 23, 2027, at Llama Ventures, 880 W Maude Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085.

Who can come?

High school students from across the Bay Area. Beginners are welcome, including students building their first-ever project.

Do I need a team?

No! Teams are definitely not required, feel free to compete solo or join a team at the event itself.

Is it actually free?

Yes. Sentinel Hacks is free for every student who attends. Sponsors cover food, prizes, hardware, and everything else that makes the day possible.

What should I bring?

A laptop and its charger. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are covered. Check-in opens at 8:00 AM and demos start at 6:30 PM.

Do I need to know how to code?

No. You do not need a polished idea or tons of experience. Just bring a laptop and a willingness to build.

Can I start building before the event?

No. Hacking runs 9:00 AM to demos at 6:30 PM on event day, so every team builds within the same window.