Question 1

Why should I participate in this hackathon?

Accepted Answer

Your participation in this hackathon will help researchers improve the care of critically ill children, potentially saving lives and improving the efficiency of healthcare systems.

Question 2

Will it cost money to participate?

Accepted Answer

No--it is free to make an account on Kaggle and participate.

Question 3

I am a student and have never participated in a hackathon before, should I participate?

Accepted Answer

Yes! This is a great way to get some practice with a real-world data set, become familiar with Kaggle challenges, and maybe even get a win to put on your CV. Winning these types of competitions can help you stand ourt from the crowd when applying for internships or jobs.

Question 4

I don't know anything about sepsis, will I be able to participate?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We've produced all the information you need to know about sepsis to develop your code. Additionally, during the hackathon you will have the opportunity to ask questions of the lead researchers.

PHEMS Hackathon: Pediatric Sepsis Prediction

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