Ask HN: Doing my first hackathon as a non-developer

2 points by omnisci 13y ago ↗ HN

Hey HN, I'm doing my first hackathon this weekend in hope to build a team interested in open science. I'm a neuroscientist with a strong IT background, but I haven't built an app since VB6 back in 2001.

I initially pitched my idea at a pre-meeting and met a bunch of people who were interested in my idea (omnisci.org).

I'd like to hear from the hackers here...

1. Describe your best experience with an entrepreneur who needed help building a concept.

2.When speaking with a non-developer about their concept, what are a few things that you can't stand?

Any input is appreciated!

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dragonbonheur 13y ago ↗

Any input? You're freaking out too much. Just do it and learn from your failures. Out of the 7 billion + people on the planet nobody is guaranteed to understand you. You won't die trying anyway.

nanijoe 13y ago ↗

Just go out there and make friends..Once you have a friend, the rest is easy

omnisci 13y ago ↗

Thanks for the feedback. Ended up in the finals and almost took the crown:)