AI Hackathon · October 16–18, 2026 · Online
Designers hack for Neurodivergence
A free not-for-profit hackathon where designers build with AI agents. Prototype in Figma or build with Claude Code, Cursor or any other AI tool to make tools for and with neurodivergent minds.
Free to participate · Application required · Limited spots
The idea
One weekend to build what neurodivergent minds are missing
This weekend is built for neurodivergent folks first. You team up with people from around the world and make something that helps the way your own brain works. Allies are welcome and nobody needs to know how to code.
What to expect
A weekend for designers from all around the world
Get to know designers worldwide and build with them in a team. Learn the AI tools they use and maybe find new friends.
The weekend
Three days from kickoff to demo
Friday and Sunday are live. Saturday you build in your own time.
Introduction
CET 7:00 PM · GMT 6:00 PM · EST 1:00 PM · PST 10:00 AM
- Learn the latest AI tools from our experts
- Pitch your idea
- Find team mates
- Start hacking
Let's hack
All day / night
- Prototype, design, build, vibe code and bring your idea to life
- Get help from experts
- Network with designers from all around the world
Demo time
CET 7:00 PM · GMT 6:00 PM · EST 1:00 PM · PST 10:00 AM
- Showcase your concept, prototype or working tool and share what you and your team built in just under 48 hours
- The winner takes it all! Decided by community voting 🏆
What you could build
Six directions to start from
Pick one or bring your own. The best projects usually come from something you wished existed last week.
Reduce motion, noise and visual overload. Interfaces that calm instead of scream.
Time blindness, task paralysis, context switching. Build tools that actually help.
Tools that translate between communication styles, soften RSD triggers or make async easier.
Components, tokens and guidelines that bake neuro-inclusion into every product built with them.
Claude Code, Cursor and MCP as body doubles, planners or hyperfocus guardrails.
The best ideas come from what you wish existed. Build the thing you needed last week.
Who runs this
Meet your friendly hosts 🫶
From the last hackathon
What designers took home
“The vibes were incredible! This hackathon pushed me into a technical deep dive where I honestly learned more in two days than I typically do in two months. It completely redefined my perspective on what's possible.”
Konstantinos DimitropoulosProduct Designer, Skroutz“I was very pleased with the organization of my first hackathon. It provided a great environment to stress-test my teamwork and vibecoding skills. I gained hands-on experience creating and testing rules within Cursor and Figma Make.”
Laima MazeikyteProduct Designer“I had a lot of fun during this Hackathon! I felt very fortunate to have meet a group of like-minded and productive people. In our group alone, we encompass 3 different timezones, and it's crazy now to think that we made it work.”
Before you apply
Questions designers ask us
Can anyone join the hackathon?
Yes, everyone can join online for free. Spots are limited though. Please apply only if you have time for the weekend (October 16–18, 2026, kickoff Friday 7 PM CET) and want to build something that helps neurodivergent people.
Can I join if I am not a designer?
Yes. Developers, product managers, researchers, writers and everyone else are welcome. The best teams mix skills, and someone who ships code or knows the problem from the inside is worth as much as someone who designs the screens.
Do I need to be neurodivergent to join?
This weekend is built for neurodivergent folks first and we would rather your team has lived experience in it. Allies are welcome and every team benefits from mixed perspectives. Nobody has to disclose anything to take part.
Do I need an official diagnosis or any proof?
No. We never ask for a diagnosis and you never have to explain yourself. Self-identifying is enough, and plenty of people find out about themselves years later or never get assessed at all.
Do I need to know how to code?
No. You can prototype in Figma or vibe code your entire project with AI agents like Claude Code and Cursor.
What kind of projects can we hack?
Anything that makes life better for neurodivergent minds: tools, plugins, design system components, workflows or creative experiments. If it helps, it counts.
Do I need to pay for my own AI credits?
Yes. This is a not-for-profit hackathon and we cannot cover credits or paid tool access. Bring the tools you already work with. You can also team up with someone who has a subscription and build together.
What if I don't have a project idea?
No problem. You can join an existing team during the Friday kickoff and hack together with your teammates.
Our events are highly inclusive
friendly and supportive
Come exactly as you are!
Free to participate · Application required · Limited spots