Showwcase Hackfest 2023 Finalists Announcement and Demo Day

Hello builders!

We're thrilled to announce that Hackfest has come to an end and eight (8) amazing demo day finalists have been selected!

Demo Day

With the successful completion of Hackfest, we're now on to Demo Day which is happening on June 16th, 2023 at 6:30 PM IST. Eight finalists will be presenting before our judges live for everyone, including the community to watch.

Join Us on Demo Day and Win Prizes!!!

Our plan for hackfest was purely for the community! We're inviting you to come join us live on Demo Day and stand a chance to win an amazing prize!

Join us on June 16th, 2023 at 6:30 PM IST, where we will be running a live interactive quiz!

It's going to be packed with so much fun. The votes will be counted live on the stream and the winner of the quiz will win one of our limited-edition swag packs!!

RSVP here

Finalists

We received a string of amazing project submissions and we applaud the hard work and effort that went into every single project submission, however, these eight projects stood out the most.

Mood Mentions by Sojin Samuel

Mood Mentions is an innovative project designed to track and showcase the latest happy and sad moments within the Showwcase community. Developed as a website and supported by an automated Node.js bot called Showwcase Emotion Digger, Mood Mentions aims to provide developers with a unique perspective on the highs and lows experienced by individuals in their professional journey

Technologies Used: Next.js, Airtable, OpenAI API, Showwcase API, Node.js

Demo URL: https://mood-mention.vercel.app/

Showwcast by Shweta Kale

Showwcast is an innovative platform that revolutionizes the video creation process for the Showwcase community. By leveraging advanced technologies, users can effortlessly generate personalized videos that showcase their talents, eliminating the need for manual video editing. This platform empowers users by simplifying the process of sharing their content with the Showwcase community and beyond.

Technologies Used: React.js, Remotion, Showwcase API

Demo URL: https://showwcast.vercel.app/

ShowwcaseXS by Pritesh Kiri

ShowwcaseXS is a Chrome extension that uses Showwcase APIs to help users operate Showwcase on any website with an enhanced user experience.

Technologies Used: React.js, Tailwind, Showwcase API, ChromeAPIs, Next.js

Demo URL: https://showwcasexs.vercel.app/

Showwcase Extension by Stephen

The Showwcase Extension is a groundbreaking tool that transforms the default new tab page in Chrome into a hub of valuable content and resources for developers and tech enthusiasts. By replacing the dull and uneventful blank space, this extension revolutionizes the browsing experience, keeping users informed and inspired every time they open a new tab.

With the Showwcase Extension, users are greeted with a curated feed of trending and recommended shows sourced from Showwcase through APIs allowing users to quickly scan the content and choose which articles they want to explore further.

Technologies Used: NextJS, Javascript, Tailwind CSS, Axios

Project Repo: https://github.com/langford-dev/showwcase-extension

Showwand by Noman Dhoni

Introducing Showwand, the revolutionary browser extension designed to enhance your Showwcase experience and save you time. With Showwand, we're bringing a range of exciting features that will transform the way you interact with Showwcase platforms, allowing you to take control of your online presence and maximize your productivity.

One of the key features of Showwand is the ability to seamlessly post threads from anywhere. Say goodbye to the limitations of composing lengthy threads within the constraints of a single tweet.

Technologies Used: HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Project Repo: https://github.com/nomandhoni-cs/Showwand

ShowwSnap by Basharath

ShowwSnap is an image generation tool that lets you create beautiful images from your Showwcase posts/threads just in a few seconds.

You can customize the image look by choosing a desired background, font size, padding, display of metrics, size, etc. Showwcase posts can be quickly turned into stunning quote images too using this tool.

Technologies Used: Typescript, NextJS, TailwindCSS, Showwcase API, Figma(for icons)

Project Repo: https://showwsnap.devapt.com/

Showwcial by Benaiah

Showwcial extends the functionalities of the API to serve a larger user base, providing enriching features that developers will love to use. Showwcial empowers users to create engaging threads, participate in meaningful discussions, showcase their work through personalized portfolio sites, and seamlessly integrate with Discord communities.

Technologies Used: Typescript ( Frontend / Backend ), Showwcase API, React / Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Discord API, Discord.js, MySQL ( PlanetscaleDB ), Prisma ORM, Chakra UI, Google Chrome Extension API, Notion API

Project Repo: https://showwcial.vercel.app/

Multi-Resume by Debjit Biswas

The Multi-Resume Builder is a game-changer for job seekers aiming to stand out in a competitive job market. By allowing users to effortlessly create and manage multiple resumes and cover letters, track job applications, and receive personalized job recommendations, this application streamlines the job application process and enhances the chances of securing the desired position.

Technologies Used: Showwcase API, React / Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Vercel

Project Repo: https://multi-resume.debjit.in/

After Demo Day, we will also announce six more special mention winners whose projects were shortlisted but did not make it to the top eight projects. Their time and effort will not go unrewarded as well!

On behalf of the community, we wish our finalists the best of luck as they present their projects and spar for the number one position in Showwcase Hackfest 2023.

Happy Hacking!

Team Showwcase