# One-prompt hackathon platform launches with free entry and sponsored prizes

A developer created a hackathon platform where participants can compete using a single prompt, with no entry fees. The platform features sponsored prizes to incentivize participation. This lowers barriers for developers to join coding competitions.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://1shotchallenge.ai) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:14:12 +0000