Storyblok x VMO2 Hackathon 2025 🇬🇧
Join us in London for Storyblok's first
customer Hackathon, hosted with Virgin Media O2!
Apply now! 👇🏻
Select the problem statement that interests you and begin brainstorming ideas to work on during the in-person hackathon!
- Build Better Content Accessibility Tools
Support content creators in making accessible and inclusive content directly within Storyblok.
- Enhance Developer Workflows with the New Storyblok CLI
Leverage the new Storyblok CLI to improve automation, migrations, and developer workflows.
- Improving Foodbank Discoverability and Support via O2.co.uk
Build a solution to improve UK foodbank discovery and donations using Give Food data, zero-data access, and AI-generated content on O2.co.uk.
- Open Track: Innovation Playground
Create any innovative project or solution that excites you, using Storyblok as a Content Management System.
Day 1 - June 30th
9:30 - 10:00 | Event Opens
Get to the Virgin Media O2 offices in London Paddington.
10:00 - 10:30 | Check in & Welcome
Collect your badge, settle in, and get ready for two exciting days.
10:00 - 10:30 | Icebreakers & Networking
Meet fellow participants, form teams, and break the ice with fun activities.
10:30 - 11:00 | Opening Remarks
Kickoff by the hosts, covering event goals and key information.
11:00 | Hacking Begins
Start building your hackathon project with your team.
11:30 - 12:00 | Workshop - 1 : Storyblok Deep Dive
Learn and explore the capabilities of Storyblok from our team.
12:15 - 12:45 | Workshop - 2 : TBD
This workshop is TBD, check the agenda later for the update.
13:00 - 14:00 | Lunch Break
Recharge with lunch and conversations with peers & mentors.
14:00 - 15:00 | Mentoring Round - 1
Get feedback and guidance from mentors on your early ideas.
16:30 - 16:45 | Day 1 Wrap Up
Quick summary of the day and plan for the next.
16:45 - 17:00 | Snacks
Light evening refreshments and informal networking.
Day 2 - July 1st
9:30 - 10:00 | Event Opens
Get to the Virgin Media O2 offices in London Paddington.
10:00 - 10:15 | Day 2 Kick Off
Morning welcome, and updates before diving back into work.
11:00 - 11:30 | Surprise Activity
A fun, energizing activity to keep the creative momentum going.
12:00 - 13:00 | Mentoring Round - 2
Final round of feedback to refine your projects before submission.
13:00 | Soft Submission
Submit an initial draft for your project as a soft submission.
14:00 | Hard Submission / Hacking Ends
The final deadline to officially submit your project. No more changes in submission after this point.
14:00 - 14:45 | Lunch Break
Enjoy a well-deserved lunch before judging begins.
14:45 - 15:30 | Judging Begins
Present your project to judges and share your build journey.
16:00 - 16:45 | Closing Remarks
Announcements, winners, and thank-yous from the hosts.
16:45 - 17:00 | Snacks
Final round of snacks to wrap up the day.
17:00 - 17:30 | Photography & Good Byes
Capture memories, share smiles, and say goodbye.
Frequently Asked Questions
Need help? We got you covered.
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01 Who can participate?
Anyone! Developers, marketers, content editors — anyone interested in building with Storyblok is welcome to apply.
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02 What can I build?
Anything creative using Storyblok! You can choose from our predefined problem statements or pick the Open Track to bring your own ideas to life.
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03 What is the last date to apply?
Applications close on June 9, 2025. Make sure to apply before the deadline!
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04 How can I create/join a team?
We’ll help you form or join a team during the in-person hackathon. Teams of up to 5 are allowed.
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05 Will there be mentors?
Yes! Our mentors — including Storyblok team members and Ambassadors — will be available throughout the event to support you with technical help, idea validation, and guidance.
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06 How will judging work?
Projects will be evaluated by a panel of judges based on
- Innovation & Creativity: Original and unique approach that addresses a clear problem.
- Execution & Complexity: Depth of implementation, code quality, and technical challenge involved.
- Use of Storyblok: Effective and meaningful integration of Storyblok in the project.
- Ease of Use: A user-friendly experience with clear design, documentation, and intuitive flow.
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07 What are the prizes?
Winners will receive a Keychron mechanical keyboard, exclusive Storyblok swag, and be featured on Storyblok’s channels.
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08 How do I submit my project?
Detailed submission instructions will be shared with you prior to the event via email.
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09 Still have questions?
Feel free to reach out to us at community@storyblok.com with the subject line: “Storyblok x VMO2 Hackathon: Your Question”
