A hackathon is essentially a type of collaborative or competitive event for computer programmers and others working in the computer sector.
The actual nature of the hackathon can vary, but it tends to focus on the completion of a certain objective that is usually specified beforehand.
Despite its name, a hackathon does not necessarily involve "hacking" in the sense of breaching computer security systems.
The group joined forces for a 48-hour hackathon with the goal of enhancing Israel's public relations efforts across various digital platform during the ongoing war.
Hackathons are an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience tackling the kind of challenges they will face in their future careers.
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