📌About the Event

Agents for Humans Hackathon 2026 is an AI-focused global hackathon hosted by Amazon Web Services (AWS) on Devpost that challenges participants to build practical AI agents using the open-source Strands Agents SDK. The hackathon focuses on creating human-first AI solutions that automate repetitive tasks across daily life, professional workflows, and community use cases. Participants can build solo or in teams and compete across multiple tracks for a total prize pool of $40,000.

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ℹ️ Event Details

• Mode of Conduct: Online hackathon hosted through Devpost.
• Organised By: Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Platform: Devpost.
• Theme: Building AI agents that help humans by handling repetitive and time-consuming tasks.
• Technology Focus: Participants are encouraged to use the Strands Agents SDK for developing AI agent applications.

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📅 Important Dates

• Hackathon Start Date: 10 August 2026.
• Submission Period: 10 August 2026 – 14 September 2026.
• Submission Deadline: 14 September 2026, 5:00 PM Pacific Time.
• Judging Period: 15 September 2026 – 8 October 2026.
• Winner Announcement: Around 14 October 2026

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🎯 Eligibility & Rules

• Eligibilty:
• Open to participants who meet the legal age requirement in their country of residence.
• Developers, students, AI enthusiasts, designers, and builders interested in AI agents can participate.
• Beginner-friendly participation is encouraged.

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🏆 Benefits for the Participants

• Total Prize Pool: $40,000 in cash prizes.
• Grand Prize:
• $10,000 cash prize.
• Featured in AWS social media promotions.
• Opportunity to interact with AWS technical experts.
• Everyday Agents Track:
• Gold Agent: $5,000.
• Silver Agent: $3,000.
• Bronze Agent: $2,000.
• Professional Agents Track:
• Gold Agent: $5,000.
• Silver Agent: $3,000.
• Bronze Agent: $2,000.