About the Challenge

The AWS Community Day Bengaluru 2025 Blogathon is an exciting competition designed to encourage AWS enthusiasts, developers, architects, and students to showcase their expertise by writing insightful blog articles. The Blogathon aims to highlight real-world AWS implementations, innovative solutions, and measurable impacts across various domains, including DevOps, FinOps, Big Data, Security, and more.

What makes this Blogathon special?

  1. A platform to showcase your AWS knowledge and problem-solving skills

  2. Get recognized by the AWS Community and industry experts.

  3. Improve your writing, storytelling, and technical documentation skills.

  4. Stand a chance to win exclusive prizes and AWS Community Day goodies.

  5. Connect and network with top AWS professionals.

Get Started

  1. Register for the Blogathon – Sign up on https://acdblr-blogathon.devpost.com/

  2. Choose a topic – Select from predefined categories or propose your own AWS-based use case.

  3. Write your blog – Focus on real-world AWS implementations with measurable impact.

  4. Submit your blog – Submit the final version before the deadline for review and judging.

 

  • DevOps & Automation

  • FinOps & Cloud Cost Optimization

  • Big Data & Analytics with AWS

  • Security Best Practices

  • AWS AI & ML Use Cases

  • Serverless & Cloud-Native Applications

  • Database Optimization & Migration

Requirements

What to Write About

Participants should write about an AWS-focused real-world use case demonstrating:
✔ Innovative ideas & architecture
✔ Implementation details with measurable benefits (KPIs, ROI, cost optimization, etc.)
✔ Infographics, architecture diagrams, screenshots, videos (if needed)
❌ No simple how-to guides or marketing pitches 
❌ No AI-generated, copied, or ripped-off content – Your blog must be based on your own expertise and real-world experiences.

Submission Steps

  1. Write & Publish
    Write your blog and publish it on one of the accepted external platforms.

  2. Start Submission on Devpost
    Go to the Devpost project submission page and click on “Start a Project.”

  3. Fill Minimal Details
    When asked to "Explain the project," just provide minimal context.
     You do NOT need to copy-paste or summarize your blog content here.

  4. Add Blog Link
    In Step 4 of the Devpost submission form, paste your published blog link.
    Note: This is the link that will be evaluated.

What to Submit

What the blog must contain:

  • Blog title & description

  • Final blog article (2000-2500 words or 7-minute read)

  • Supporting diagrams, screenshots, and video explanations (if any)

  • References to AWS whitepapers, documentation, or research articles

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

5 non-cash prizes
First Place
1 winner

ACD Bengaluru Ticket + Swags + AWS credits ( $100)

Second Place
1 winner

ACD Bengaluru Ticket + Swags + AWS credits ($50)

Third Place
1 winner

ACD Bengaluru Ticket + Swags + AWS credits ($20)

Fourth Place
1 winner

ACD Bengaluru Ticket + Swags

Fifth Place
1 winner

ACD Bengaluru Ticket

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Suman Debnath

Suman Debnath
Principal Developer Advocate, ML @ AWS

Karthik Ragubathy
Senior Solutions Architect at Amazon

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation & Uniqueness
    How original is the use case?
  • Technical Depth
    How effectively are AWS services used?
  • Real-World Impact
    Does the blog address a practical problem?
  • Clarity & Readability
    Is the content well-structured and easy to understand?
  • Supporting Visuals & Code Snippets
    Use of diagrams, screenshots, and code.
  • Personal Experience & Insights
    Bonus points for personal learning and unique perspectives.
  • Authenticity
    No AI-generated, copied, or ripped-off content will be accepted.

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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