Contest

Innovate for Tomorrow

Develop a project that focuses on enhancing industry, fostering innovation, and improving infrastructure in the community. Your project can take various forms, including technological solutions, visual storytelling, design, or data analysis.

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January 27, 2025
February 2, 2025
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at 11:59pm PT.

Challenge

Having revitalized Ironclad with opportunities for decent work, your journey takes you to the city of Titanfall. This towering metropolis was once the crown jewel of Astraeus, home to the planet’s most advanced technologies and infrastructures. Now, its innovation hubs sit silent, and its once-resilient infrastructure has begun to crumble. The transportation systems are failing, and the towering buildings are now dangerous relics of the past.

In Titanfall, you meet Aric, an ambitious young engineer who dreams of restoring the city to its former glory through sustainable infrastructure. As you explore the decaying systems and unused technology, Aric explains how innovation could transform the city—but only if the infrastructure is strong enough to support it.

However, not everyone shares Aric's vision. Enter Helena Margrave, a powerful corporate mogul who profits from the current state of decay in Titanfall. Margrave owns many of the failing infrastructure projects and has no interest in revitalization that might disrupt her lucrative contracts. She employs ruthless tactics to thwart any attempts at innovation, spreading fear among the citizens and manipulating the local government to suppress any new initiatives that could challenge her dominance.

Your mission is to collaborate with Aric to create a project that highlights the importance of resilient infrastructure and innovation in rebuilding Titanfall. Perhaps you will design an interactive platform to crowdsource ideas for urban renewal, create prototypes for sustainable transportation systems, or develop an educational campaign on the importance of infrastructure to economic stability.

As you and Aric work to inspire the people of Titanfall, you must also strategize ways to counter Margrave's influence, proving that the future of the city can be reclaimed through innovation and resilience. Your efforts could not only breathe new life into Titanfall but also set a precedent for future cities aiming to innovate while maintaining stability.

Project Brief: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure Initiative

Consider how your work can:

  • Promote sustainable industrial practices that reduce environmental impact while boosting productivity.
  • Encourage innovation by creating platforms or initiatives that support startups and inventive solutions within the community.
  • Enhance infrastructure by proposing designs or strategies that improve transportation, connectivity, and public facilities, ensuring they are resilient and sustainable.

Let your creativity inspire you as you craft a solution that contributes to building a robust and innovative infrastructure, paving the way for a thriving industrial landscape that benefits all.

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Hosted by Github

We're thrilled to have GitHub help us bring Mastery Quest: Sustainable Futures to life, providing a seamless platform for technologists of all kinds to build, collaborate, and share their projects. Whether you’re just getting started or already familiar, GitHub’s easy-to-use tools like Codespaces, Actions, and Copilot make it simple to dive in and get things done. 

For this entire summit, we’re trying something new: we’re asking that all submissions must be hosted on GitHub. Why are we doing this? We want you to use your skills on a widely-used industry platform, while also giving you the chance to showcase your work and collaborate with a global community of creators.

With over 100 million technologists already on GitHub, you’re not just participating in Mastery Quest—you’re joining a massive network of creators shaping the future of tech.

Rules & Prizes

Submission Format

All projects for Mastery Quest: Sustainable Futures will be hosted on GitHub, making it easy to share and explore the amazing ideas you'll create throughout the summit.

All submissions must include:

  1. A public GitHub link to your project
  2. A screenshot of your project
  3. A brief description:
    • Project concept
    • How it embodies the theme
    • Technologies used
    • Notable features or challenges

Let's see what you build on GitHub as we work together toward a more sustainable future!

If you’re new to GitHub, now’s the perfect time to dive in! GitHub is a platform that lets you host, share, and collaborate on code—perfect for showcasing your Sustainable Futures project. Check out these resources to get started:

Submission Guidelines

  • Deadline: Submit your project by February 2, 2025.
  • How to Submit:
    • Complete our Contest Entry Form to submit your project, including your GitHub link.
    • Ensure your project includes the required screenshot and description as specified above.

Judging Criteria

Your submissions will be evaluated based on:

  • Creativity: How original, innovative, and imaginative is the project in addressing the challenge?
  • Relevance to Theme: How well does the project align with and address the specific focus of the challenge?
  • Clarity of Concept: How clearly and effectively does the project communicate its purpose, approach, and potential impact?

Prizes

For our creative explorers who win a weekly challenge, one of these small but mighty rewards is just the beginning of your journey.

  • $50 Amazon Gift Card – Perfect for picking up new gear or inspiration for your next project, this gift card empowers you to equip yourself for the adventures ahead.
  • 3-in-1 Wireless Charger for phone, smartwatch, and earbuds ($75) – Whether you’re on a quest with your Apple or Samsung gear, this charger ensures your devices are always ready to guide you through uncharted territories.
  • Sony SRS-XB100 Wireless Bluetooth Portable Speaker ($50) – Compact and portable, this speaker brings the spirit of adventure wherever you go, making every step of your journey resonate with powerful sound.