SHIP IT is DPG Media’s internal hackathon where teams develop innovative ideas within 24 hours.
Dive into ‘The Cyberpunk Edition’ of DPG Media‘s SHIP IT Hackathon!
On November 28th, DPG Media IT kicks off its 8th hackathon. Teams have 24 hours to work out a concept and program it roughly. Afterward, they present their projects to a jury that selects a winner. Your idea might just be the one that gets fully developed and put into production!
Sign up via our Google form and prepare to innovate.
We provide:
• An inspiring work environment
• Cool t-shirts for your hacking team
• 24 hours access to snacks and drinks
• Dinner, breakfast and lunch
• Fun entertainment throughout the event
You can submit your idea(s) with a simple and fun pitch via our Google form. There, you will also find some nifty tips and tricks to help you make your pitch.
Can all internal employees of DPG Media participate?
Of course! Everyone can register for SHIP IT. Please note: if you do not fall under IT Delivery, you should consult with your manager. You may have to take a day off.
I am a contractor, consultant, freelancer, ... (flexible worker) working for DPG Media IT. Can I join?
Absolutely! And we would love it! You are allowed to bill SHIP IT Friday (also known as November 29th) as if it's a normal working day.
Is dinner, lunch and breakfast free of charge?
Yes, we provide these meals during SHIP IT. But that is not everything; we also provide free drinks and snacks throughout the event.
What to do with already scheduled meetings
Try to move all meetings. A large part of development will also participate in the SHIP IT and therefore will not be present.
Is there transport to the location from the Netherlands or Belgium?
We're organizing a bus ride from our Antwerp Office to Mediavaert, for which you can apply in the registration form. Colleagues from The Netherlands can use their own transportation and park on the Mediavaert parking lot or use public transport.
Is there a place to sleep?
Even though we have an endless supply of coffee, energy drinks, food, and fun activities all through the night and day, we understand that you need to recharge. So we will foresee a camp bed for you if you want to crash in the office for power naps, make sure to bring a sleeping bag. You can also apply for this in the registration form.
We expect you back with fresh and bright ideas early on Friday. Because, obviously, we want to maximize the time we spend together at SHIP IT. Your team needs you!
Thursday November 28th
16h00 - 17h00 Kickoff @Mediavaert
18h00 - ... Entertainment
19h30 - 21h00 Dinner
Friday November 29th
08h00 - 09h00 Breakfast
12h00 - 13h00 Lunch
16h00 - 17h00 Demos & award ceremony
Ask the crew: Jelle Doornbos, Karin Beutels, Kevin Pauwels, Kiri Kalaitzis, Megan Schodts, Remmelt Beckers, Robin Beekhof en Sander Marin. Don't hesitate asking your question and contact us at shipit@dpgmedia.be or via Slack #ship-it-2024