2026 Nantou County Digital Hackathon & 4th Makcon Technology Competition
1. Basis of the Event
This competition is organized in accordance with the 2026 Nantou County Digital Hackathon and 4th Makcon Technology Competition Implementation Plan.
2. Event Purpose
The competition aims to encourage students to engage with local community issues and increase their willingness to participate in public affairs. Themed around sustainability, innovation, and smart solutions, with the overarching goal of creating a “Livable Nantou”, the event invites students to develop creative proposals addressing government-issued challenges.
Through the competition, students will have a platform for dialogue with government agencies, strengthening the integration and application of public resources and digital information, optimizing government services, and contributing to social well-being and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
3. Competition Overview
Eligibility and Team Composition:
- College Division:
- Open to students from public and private universities nationwide.
- Team size: 3–5 members, with at least 1 member enrolled in or residing in Nantou County.
- Cross-university and interdisciplinary teams allowed.
- 1–2 faculty advisors per team.
- Senior High School Division:
- Open to students from public and private senior high schools nationwide.
- Team size: 3–5 members, with at least 1 member enrolled in or residing in Nantou County.
- Cross-school and cross-discipline teams allowed.
- 1–2 faculty advisors per team.
- Junior High School Division:
- Open to students from public and private junior high schools in Nantou County.
- Team size: 3–5 members; cross-school teams allowed.
- 1–2 faculty advisors per team.
Registration for Preliminary Round:
- Opens: Friday, May 1, 2026
- Closes: Monday, June 22, 2026
- Fee: Free
- Submission Link: https://forms.gle/FUDWxGDBpC3tEM6T6
Announcement of Preliminary Results: Tuesday, June 30, 2026 (posted on the competition website)
Final Round (Demo Day): Saturday, November 21, 2026
4. Information Sessions (In-Person & Online)
- Date & Time: Friday, April 17, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Dacheng Junior High School, Puli Township, Nantou County
- Registration Link: https://forms.gle/QafL3SSUNkeQpv88A
- Invitations for in-person or online sessions will be sent via email after registration.
5. Contact Information
For further details, please refer to the full Implementation Plan (attached).
- Contact Person: Principal Hsieh
- Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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