Pre-YC S25 AI Hackathon by Restack
Are you a technical founder eager to get into YC? Build your AI product to apply to YC S25!
Join top hackers for a high-energy weekend of coding and building.
Build reliable, accurate AI products and agents using the Restack framework in TypeScript and Python. Whether you’re a team ready to execute or looking for teammates in the Restack Discord, this hackathon is for you!
This is your chance to build something extraordinary and prep for YC S25 (applications due May 13).
💡 Why Join?
€1,500 in cash prizes
A weekend of coding, networking, and fun
Build with Restack (Python/TypeScript)
Help on your YC application and pitch
Free food & drinks
Network with judges and mentors who’ve built or funded YC startups
📝 Agenda
Saturday
10:00 — Doors Open & Networking
11:00 — Opening
11:30 — Hackathon Start
14:00 — Lunch
19:00 — Dinner
Sunday
10:00 — Breakfast
14:00 — Lunch
15:30 — Submission Deadline
16:00 — Demos for Judges
17:00 — Finalist Pitches
18:00 — Award Ceremony
🧑⚖️ Judges
Philippe Brulé — CTO & Co-Founder @ Restack, angel investor in YC companies
Ramon Garate — Co-Founder @ Pretzel AI (YC W24)
Seb Hapte-Selassie — CTO & Co-Founder @ telli (YC F24)
Noorvir Aulakh — Founder @ Unweave, ex-Tesla
🏆 Sponsors
Restack.io – Build reliable and accurate AI agents
Hosted by Æthos: Building Community for AI Innovators.
Before the event
Run Restack in Python or Typescript with the simple quickstart on your local machine to start coding your prototype and MVP quickly.
Join Restack Discord to get information upfront or find potential teammates
FAQ
Do I need a team to join?
Not necessarily. You’re welcome to join solo, form a team on Discord or connect with others during team formation at the hackathon.
If you join as a team, please just make sure everyone registers individually to get access to the venue.
Do I need to prepare?
Get a head start with the Restack quickstart.
To join the competition, you’ll need to use Restack. So getting set up early will help you make the most of the weekend.
I’m not technical. Can I still join?
This is a tech hackathon, and most participants will be coding.
That said, we welcome technical product managers and other roles who contribute to a strong team. When in doubt, just contact us.
You can also join as volunteer.