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#herHACK is more than just a hackathon. Join us at our regional events and upskilling workshops. Get inspired about the future of tech and network with like-minded people. Together, we can make a difference.

#herHACKmini
Women creating the next digital innovations in CHur

Participate in #herHACKmini on September 23 at InnoQube Switzerland, a unique opportunity to collaborate, learn, and contribute to technical solutions. This event is held in collaboration with #herHACK from digitalswitzerland and offers limited spots—so don’t miss out! Whether you are passionate about tech, innovation or creating positive change, this is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals and be part of something impactful.
Secure your spot today and let's drive innovation together!

InnoQube Switzerland
Sommeraustrasse 30,
7000 Chur

MON. 23 September 2024
17:30 - 21:00 CEST

#herHACK Community Event
Women in Tech: Mentoring Matters in Rotkreuz

We aim for an event that brings together women in the technology community in both education and industry at HSLU’s Department of Computer Science. This event will feature a stimulating keynote speech, informative workshops on effective mentor-mentee relationships and career pathways in tech, an inspiring panel discussion, and networking opportunities where participants can find their mentor or mentee.

Hochschule Luzern – Informatik, Campus Zug-Rotkreuz,
Suurstoffi 1,
6343 Risch-Rotkreuz

Thu, 26 September, 2024
17.00 - 21.00 CEST

#herHACKmini
Promptathon in Lausanne

We are delighted to invite you to our next workshop on Prompt Engineering, which is about creating efficient inputs to AI models to achieve useful results, helping to solve problems, automate tasks and stimulate creativity. This workshop, conducted in English, is specifically aimed at women and will cover topics related to sustainability. We are also delighted to invite you to an aperitif following the workshop. In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to develop a new skill that is becoming increasingly essential in the workplace. As AI technology becomes more mainstream, it's crucial to know how to use prompts effectively to stay competitive and increase productivity. What's more, rapid engineering offers a unique chance to challenge yourself and showcase your creativity where necessary.

Rue du Grand-pré 2a,
1007 Lausanne

4 October, 2024
14:00 - 16:00 CEST

Registration: Open until a maximum of 20 participants.

#herHACK Community Event
Shaping a Responsible Digital Future in Lausanne

Join us for an exciting event where we dive into the future of digital responsibility! Discover how taking responsibility in digital environments can create safer, smarter spaces. Explore the power of data-driven insights to fuel innovation while ensuring digital inclusion for all. And let’s not forget the importance of gender and language inclusiveness, ensuring everyone has a voice in the digital world. Don’t miss out on this chance to engage, learn, and shape the future together!

Gotham Lausanne Flon
Rue du Port-Franc 22,
1003 Lausanne

Wed, 9 October, 2024
17:00 - 21:00 CEST

#herHACK Community Event
Tech & Connect Lugano

Excited to announce Tech & Connect Lugano 2024!
After a fantastic event in 2023 at LAC Lugano, we are back with another opportunity to bring together Ticino's tech and STEM communities.Expect an evening filled with insightful discussions on Fake News and Cybersecurity, an inspiring keynote on Ticino’s digital transformation, and an interactive workshop on the latest immersive technologies. It's the perfect chance to network with Ticino’s tech and STEM community, exchange ideas, and dive into the future of innovation. This event is brought to you in collaboration with Women in Tech Switzerland, promoting diversity and leadership in the tech space.

Impact Hub Lugano
Via Antonio Ciseri 3,
6900 Lugano

Thu, 10 October, 2024
17:00 - 21:00 CEST
(registration 16:30)

THE #herHACK UPSKILLING WORKSHOPS

For participating at the #herHACK 20.24, you will have the opportunity to take part in 5 workshops to enhance your skills!

HTML & CSS Fundamentals

Join us for our online HTML and CSS workshop on Thursday, Oct 17th, 2024, at 5:30 pm. Our expert instructor will cover:
HTML basics,
CSS fundamentals,
Positioning and layout,
Flexbox and
CSS grid.
Space is limited, so register now to secure your spot. We hope to see you there!

Rapid Prototyping with Figma for UX/UI Design : From Idea to Live Solution

This workshop caters to professionals to enhance their design process using Figma’s rapid prototyping capabilities. Attendees will learn digital prototyping fundamentals, optimize workflows, explore advanced features, and integrate user feedback. Perfect for UX/UI designers and product managers, this workshop strengthens skills in design communication, user experience, and prototype development.

Pitching Techniques Fundamentals

Get ready to pitch your idea with confidence and skill. Join our workshop and learn from Laurent Meyer, one of the best in the field, to master the techniques that will make your project stand out. This session will equip you with the tools to capture attention, articulate your vision, and ultimately win the Hackathon. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your pitching abilities and bring your ideas to life!

The Hackathon

An incredible 2-day experience

Join us for our thrilling English female-led hackathon, where tech enthusiasts gather to collaborate, innovate, and network. Whether you're just starting in the tech world or a coding whiz, this event is for you! Get ready to participate in exciting challenges, enhance your skills on real-world challenges, and make lasting connections with like-minded women.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to showcase your motivation and be part of a supportive community of female tech curious. Together, we can make a difference. We can't wait to see you there!

PAST EVENTS OF 2024

#herHACKmini
Women creating the next digital innovations in CHur

#herHACK Community Event
Women in Tech: Mentoring Matters in Rotkreuz

#herHACKmini
Promptathon in Lausanne

#herHACK Community Event
Tech & Connect Lugano

A to Z in Sustainability

Are you new to the sustainability topic and you would like to understand more about it? Do you hear the SDG talk around you but not sure what power you have as "just" a person in a BIG world? Join our "A to Z in sustainability" workshop and learn the very first steps of how "you can be the change you want to see in the world". You will discover that sustainability goes beyond climate talk and environmental protection and that there are more nuances to it. And also, you will discover that just one person is never small for BIG impact.

Prototyping an LLM - Powered Application

In today's digital era, quick and reliable information retrieval is essential. This workshop will teach you how to create an interactive app using Generative AI to upload text articles in "txt," "md," or "pdf" formats and ask questions about their content. Utilizing Large Language Models (such as ChatGPT or Gemma) and Python packages, you will gain a solid foundation for text-retrieval tasks and app prototyping, which will be invaluable during hackathons. Let’s hack together!