Smart Ideas Wanted for Bursa’s New Boulevard!

Smart Ideas Wanted for Bursa’s New Boulevard!

Bursa is getting ready to meet ideas that will shape the future of city life!

The Smart City Hackathon, implemented by Bursa Metropolitan Municipality and Techcareer.net, brings together tech enthusiasts, innovative minds, and problem-solving youth. It’s time to roll up your sleeves to make urban life smarter, more sustainable, and user-friendly!

Two-Phase Great Experience Awaits You

Phase 1 – Metaverse Exploration Process (Online)

Participants will virtually explore the new Naim Süleymanoğlu Boulevard in Bursa within the Metaverse environment. During this phase, they will receive training on:

• Smart city applications,
• Data usage,
• Problem-solving and solution development.

They will also plan their projects on the digital twin model of the area.

Phase 2 – Physical Hackathon (Bursa Finale)

Teams that successfully complete the Metaverse process will meet at the grand finale held in Bursa for two days. Participants will:

• Work one-on-one with mentors,
• Transform their ideas into prototypes,
• Present their projects to the jury and compete for grand prizes.

Prepare Your Idea, Build Your Team, Transform the City!

Here’s what we expect from you in this hackathon:
Develop ideas that will transform the new Naim Süleymanoğlu Boulevard into a smart city area.
Urban life, transportation, security, environment, or social impact...
Start with whatever area you want to contribute to!

💭 In the application form, you’ll answer a few short but impactful questions:

• What problem do you want to solve in this boulevard?
• What will your solution be?
• How will you involve the community in your project?
• What will make your project stand out from the rest?

Combine your creative, technical, and social perspectives and turn your ideas into the future!

Who Can Participate?

• University students,
• Recent graduates,
• Young professionals who graduated in the last 3 years (including graduates of 2023).

The only condition: You need to be passionate about technology and love analytical thinking!
(⚠️ The event is closed to employees of Bursa Metropolitan Municipality and their first-degree relatives.)

Prizes Await You!

The teams that place in the hackathon will not only shape the future of Bursa but also win great prizes!

🥇 1st Prize: 40,000 TRY
🥈 2nd Prize: 30,000 TRY
🥉 3rd Prize: 20,000 TRY

Application Process

Complete your application, submit your brief idea report, and pass the preliminary selection!
The teams that make it to the finale will showcase both their technical skills and creativity.

Deadline for Application: November 4, 2025
Details & Application: https://yarismalar.bursa.bel.tr/yarisma/akilli-sehirler-yazilim-maratonu-bursa-hackathon-2025/

The City Will Change With You!

This is not just a competition; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of Bursa.
If you’re ready to transform city life with technology,

Join the Smart City Hackathon! 💪