FAQ

Questions? Answers!

What does it have to do with Pfaff?

The PFAFF HACK is based on a research project that among other goals aims to create a digital ecosystem in the former sewing maschine manufacturer Pfaff’s factory area in Kaiserslautern. This so-called ‘Pfaffquartier’ is planned to be a a climate-neutral working and living space right in the city. Fraunhofer IESE is one of nine members in this project and wants to take a step towards the future by realizing various innovative approaches to life in the city of tommorrow.

Find out more about the > EnStadt:Pfaff research project.

Do I need to know how to code?

Yes, you need some programming knowledge. You or someone from your team should have some programming experience. But you don’t have to be a perfect programmer to participate. As long as you are motivated, the basics are enough! Our team of mentors will support you the whole time. Just as important as programming are conception, presentation, design and so on.

Pitch your idea in front of our jury.

Can we participate as a team?

Yes. Just all fill in your team name in the Signup Form and we know you want to participate together. If you don’t have a team yet, don’t worry, we’ll make sure you find the right group.

What is the Platform Mock?

The Platform Mock makes connecting different services easier. This helps you and your team to quickly develop and test your prototypes during the hackathon. You are also encouraged to interconnect your service with services from other teams.

You will receive the Platform Mock documentation after your Registration.

Which services and apps will help us to live climate-neutral and environmentally firendly?

PFAFF HACK Adventure

The Pfaffhack Adventure Mini-Game teaches you the Platform Mock in a playful way. You get access after your registration.

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Is there a code of conduct?

You can read our code of conduct > here.

Still questions?

Feel free to send us an email at pfaffhack@iese.fraunhofer.de :-).

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