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https://programmingjam.2026/live

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README.md

# Programming Jam 2026

A 48-hour crucible for the next generation of builders. We don't just write code; we architect solutions that break boundaries.

## Format

  • Duration: 48 Hours, Zero Sleep
  • Participants: 5,000+ Global
  • Prize Pool: $100,000 USD

## Tech Stack

JavaScript Python Rust AI/ML
function winJam() {
  const idea = generate();
  while(idea.isBasic) {
    iterate();
  }
  return deploy(idea);
}
EST. 2020

The Journey

48 Hours. 4 Phases. Infinite Possibilities.

01

Ideation

Fri 18:00 - 22:00

Team formation, brainstorming, and finalizing your core architecture.

02

Build Mode

Fri 22:00 - Sun 10:00

Heads down coding. Mentors available round the clock to unblock you.

03

Polish

Sun 10:00 - 15:00

UI/UX refinement, squash bugs, and prepare your final deployment.

04

Pitch

Sun 16:00 - 19:00

Present to our panel of industry judges. May the best code win.

/WORKSHOPS

Prepare to
Scale.

Level up your stack before the clock starts. Choose your battleground.

WORKSHOP

AI Integration

By OpenAI Dev Rel

Learn to weave LLMs into your stack. We'll cover RAG, prompt engineering, and agentic workflows.

Read More
TRACK

Web3 & Defi

Sponsored by Polygon

Build decentralized applications. Best use of smart contracts wins an additional 10k MATIC.

View Bounties
WORKSHOP

Creative Coding

With Three.js Experts

Break the DOM. Learn WebGL, shaders, and how to create immersive 3D experiences in the browser.

Save Seat
System.out.println("SLEEP IS FOR THE WEAK"); *** git commit -m "changed the world" *** System.out.println("SLEEP IS FOR THE WEAK"); *** git commit -m "changed the world" ***

THE_GAUNTLET THE_GAUNTLET THE_GAUNTLET

> WARNING: SECURE CHANNEL REQUIRED

Before you can officially register, prove your worth. A hidden token exists within the DOM of this page. Find it, decode it, and submit it to bypass the waitlist.

git add .
git commit
git push origin

October 15-17, 2026 // Global Remote + SF Node

JAM.26
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