Introduction Welcome to the Anthropic x University of Maryland Hackathon, hosted by the Claude Builder Club at UMD! This is your chance to build AI-powered tools that tackle real problems in health, education, and democracy. Whether you're a seasoned builder or writing your first API call — you belong here. Let's build something that matters.
Tools & Technologies
- 🤖 Claude API — Your primary AI tool for the hackathon
- ⚡ Claude Quickstart Guide — Make your first API call in minutes
- 🍳 Anthropic Cookbook — Code snippets for common workflows
- 🚀 Anthropic Quickstart Repo — Start building fast
- 💻 Claude Code — AI-powered coding assistant
Inspiration Not sure what to build? Start here:
- Read Dario Amodei's Machines of Loving Grace — the essay behind this hackathon's theme
- Browse the track examples above for specific project ideas
- Talk to the mentors in the room — that's what they're here for
Contact Us & Support
- 💬 Join the event Discord for real-time updates: [DISCORD LINK]
- 📧 Email us at: [YOUR EMAIL]
- 🙋 Find a CBC volunteer on-site for any questions
Additional Resources