1. Innovation & Originality (25 points)

This category evaluates the uniqueness and creativity of the solution.

Problem Identification (5 points):

• Does the team clearly identify a significant problem?
• Is the problem relevant and impactful?

Novelty of the Solution (10 points):

• How original is the idea? Is it a new approach to an existing problem, or is it solving a completely new problem?
• Does it offer a unique value proposition compared to existing solutions?

Creativity (10 points):

• Does the solution demonstrate "out-of-the-box" thinking?
• Is the use of technology creative or unexpected?

2. Technical Implementation & Complexity (25 points)

This category assesses the technical execution and the "how" of the project.

Functionality (10 points):

• Does the solution work as intended?
• Are the core features implemented and functional?
• Is the user experience smooth and free of major bugs?

Technical Difficulty (10 points):

• How complex is the underlying technology or algorithm?
• Did the team tackle a difficult problem or use advanced techniques?
• Consider the use of APIs, machine learning models, blockchain, or other advanced technologies.

Code Quality & Architecture (5 points):

• Is the code clean, well-structured, and easy to understand (if visible)?
• Is the project's architecture well-designed and scalable?

3. Design & User Experience (UX/UI) (20 points)

This category focuses on the usability and aesthetic appeal of the solution.

User Interface (UI) (10 points):

• Is the visual design aesthetically pleasing and professional?
• Is the layout clean and intuitive?
• Is the design consistent across the application?

User Experience (UX) (10 points):

• Is the solution easy to use and navigate?
• Does the user flow make sense?
• Does the project provide a positive and seamless experience for the end-user?

4. Impact & Viability (20 points)

This category evaluates the potential for the project to make a real-world difference and its potential for future growth.

Potential Impact (10 points):

• Does the solution have a significant social, environmental, or economic impact?
• Who is the target audience, and how large is it?
• Does it solve a genuine problem for its intended users?

Feasibility & Scalability (10 points):

• Could this project be developed into a fully-fledged product or service?
• Is the business model (if applicable) well-thought-out?
• Does the project have a clear path for future development and scaling?

5. Presentation & Communication (10 points)

This category assesses how effectively the team communicates their idea.

Clarity of Presentation (5 points):

• Did the team clearly explain their idea, the problem, and the solution?
• Was the presentation well-structured and easy to follow?

Demonstration (5 points):

• Did the live demo of the project run smoothly?
• Did the team effectively showcase the key features of their project?