justDice Hackathons 2024

Turning Ideas Into Action 🚀

It’s Hackathon Time!

We jump into a justDice Hackathon every few months, bringing the team together for a few days to focus on passion projects. These events let us step aside from our usual work and dive into creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Whether building internal tools, exploring new frameworks, or experimenting with ideas, Hackathons at justDice are about pushing our day-to-day boundaries and having fun. Let’s not forget the free food—it’s the real MVP 😉

Project Highlights

Hackathons give our team the chance to think outside the box and innovate in both work-related and personal projects. Here are some standout examples from our 2024 Hackathons:

Q1 Hackathon Highlights ✌️

• Florian: Built a preview version of our apps, making it easier to share designs and improve product reviews.
• György & Matias: Developed a QA dashboard to manage user testing more efficiently.
• Uzair: Created the justDice Design Library, a go-to resource for UI elements for our apps.
• Maria, Grigory, & Amirhossein: Built an AI-based support tool that intends to tackle customer questions quickly and accurately.
• Wade: Tested a new UI automation framework, boosting app development efficiency.

Themed Hackathons? 🧑‍💻

With an open theme over this year’s Hackathons, the team explored everything from cutting-edge libraries to mobile app development tools. Here are a few highlights from Q3:

• Uzair & Matias: Implemented an iOS bundle service for over-the-air updates, paving the way for faster app experiments.
• Doğukan: Built AdCraft, a web-based tool to streamline playable ad exports across networks.
• Manas: Designed an Android widget for user retention and feature promotion.
• György: Experimented with GOTH, a Golang-based stack for building faster internal tools.
• Anna: Took her first steps in Git, creating her first Java project and publishing it to GitLab.

Some of these ideas have already evolved into game-changing tools we use daily—proof that great things happen when creativity meets collaboration.

Why We Love Hackathons at justDice

Hackathons aren’t just about technical breakthroughs—they’re about inspiring everyone to:

• Pursue Passion Projects: Step away from daily tasks to work on something exciting.
• Collaborate or Go Solo: Team up or tackle a solo challenge—the choice is yours.
• Experiment Freely: Think outside the box and try new things, whether it’s rewarded gaming tools or fresh design concepts.

Here’s what some of our team had to say:

“Hackathons let me step away from routine tasks, collaborate with others, and explore creative ideas that may not come up in daily work. They’re a great way to experiment with features and uncover new, impactful ideas.” – Manas, Software Engineer

“I enjoy Hackathons because they allow me to explore and apply new technologies in real projects, contributing to both personal growth and company success.” – Doğukan, Playable Ads Dev

The justDice Hackathon Vibe

From brainstorming sessions to presenting finished projects, Hackathons at justDice are filled with energy, creativity, and lots of laughter. The open-ended themes give participants the freedom to explore new technologies like AI, mobile frameworks, and backend development tools. Whether improving internal workflows, experimenting with new UI designs, or learning a new skill (shoutout to Anna’s Git project!), every Hackathon inspires us to push boundaries.

To Finish Off

At justDice, Hackathons are more than just an event—they’re a chance to innovate, learn, and grow. From creating tools that make our apps better to exploring brand-new ideas, these projects often leave a lasting impact. With every Hackathon, we take a step closer to redefining what’s possible in the play-and-earn gaming industry. Who knows what exciting ideas the next one will bring?