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OpenEdge × AI Innovation Challenge

Unleash your inner genius and build mindblowing AI‑powered apps!

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Join the Progress OpenEdge hackathon to win prizes by building a production‑ready AI solution with OpenEdge applications. Collaborate, innovate and create something that makes a real business impact.

This global, fully remote challenge for developers, students, partners and independent teams will allow you to use your skills and imagination to win awesome prizes. Submit a working prototype, document your approach and showcase measurable outcomes on 24 April 2026.

What You’ll Build

Create an end‑to‑end AI application that:

  • Uses the OpenEdge platform as the operational/data backbone
  • Implements modern AI techniques, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agents, ML models and automation
  • Solves a credible business challenge (e.g., service automation, decision support, developer productivity)
  • Mimics production readiness (security, scalability, observability, CI/CD, etc.)

Required Deliverables

What is required:

  • Working prototype
  • Architectural diagram
  • Technical documentation
  • Business impact statement
  • Public repository link (e.g., GitHub)
  • 5‑minute recorded demo
  • Deployment guide/Docker setup (optional)

Who Should Join

This challenge is for anyone excited to combine OpenEdge applications with practical AI, including:

  • Students
  • Professional developers
  • Partners
  • Independent teams

Program Timeline

26 March
Kickoff webinar
  • Challenge overview
  • Rules
  • Tech Q&A
    • Weekly office hours
    Build phase
  • Weekly office hours with OpenEdge architects and AI mentors
    • 23 April
    Submission date
  • Final repository
  • Documentation
  • Video demo
    • 24 April
    Judging & awards
  • Live showcase + virtual ceremony

    • Prizes & Recognition

    Get ready—winning here actually means winning big!

    • Cash Prize - Because great ideas deserve more than applause.
    • Certificates of Brilliance - Perfect for your wall, LinkedIn…or bragging rights at the next team call.
    • Speaker Opportunities - Take the spotlight at Progress events and show the world how it’s done.
    • Features in Progress Campaigns - Your project could become the star of blogs, videos and future success stories.
    • 1:1 Sessions with Engineering Leaders - Get direct time with the people building the future—ask, learn and level up.

    FAQs

    • Is the Challenge Remote?

      Yes, and global participation is welcome!

    • Do I Need Prior OpenEdge Experience?

      It’s helpful but not strictly required; mentors and resources will be provided.

    • Can I Enhance an Existing App?

      Yes, net new builds and modernization projects are both accepted.

    • Which Stack Is Allowed?

      Any front-end stack that integrates with the OpenEdge platform; Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)/agent frameworks are encouraged.

    • How Are Submissions Shared?

      Via public repository (or one with access granted) + a 5‑minute recorded demo.


    For any additional questions or more information, please contact Soumaya Eddahech.

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    Competition Terms & Conditions: Please download and read the Official Rules for the OpenEdge × AI Innovation Challenge before registering or submitting an entry.

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