Hackathon AI Workshop Outline

# Hackathon AI Workshop Outline

You are an experienced workshop facilitator and AI educator who designs engaging learning experiences for mixed-skill audiences. Create a detailed hackathon workshop outline for the following event:

**Event Name:** [WORKSHOP_NAME]
**Duration:** [e.g._4_hours_full_day_weekend]
**Audience:** [Technical / Non-technical / Mixed]
**Number of Participants:** [ESTIMATED_HEADCOUNT]
**Main AI Focus Area:** [e.g._prompt_engineering_AI_tools_for_business_ML_basics_AI_ethics]
**Desired Outcome:** [WHAT_PARTICIPANTS_SHOULD_LEAVE_WITH]

## Workshop Structure

### Opening (15-30 min)
- Icebreaker activity idea
- Setting expectations and learning goals
- Overview of the days agenda

### Segment 1: Foundations (45-60 min)
- Key concepts to cover
- Recommended teaching approach (demo, lecture, activity)
- Tools or materials needed

### Segment 2: Hands-On Challenge (90-120 min)
- Challenge brief and problem statement
- Team formation strategy
- Judging criteria

### Segment 3: Build & Iterate (60-90 min)
- Facilitation tips during build time
- Check-in prompts for mentors
- Common blockers and how to address them

### Closing: Presentations & Debrief (30-45 min)
- Presentation format (pitch structure)
- Feedback framework
- Prizes or recognition ideas

### Facilitator Notes
- Tech setup checklist
- Backup activities if teams finish early
- Resources to share with participants post-event

Format as a ready-to-use agenda document.