A 36-hour GenAI Hackathon. Build a real product in one weekend and get hired by Pocket FM

Zero to One is India's first Generative Media Hackathon, bringing together students, developers, AI engineers, designers, founders, and creators to build the next generation of AI-powered storytelling, audio, and visual experiences.

Presented by Pocket FM, in partnership with OpenAI, Lightspeed, Databricks and powered by HackCulture, this 36-hour offline hackathon is where ambitious builders transform bold ideas into working products.

From keynote sessions and expert mentorship to live demos and networking, Zero to One is designed to help participants go from an idea to a real prototype.

THE EXPERIENCE

• Build alongside 150+ shortlisted builders during an intensive 36-hour hackathon.
• Solve real-world challenges at the intersection of AI, storytelling, audio, and media.
• Learn directly from founders, AI leaders, and industry experts.
• Attend keynote sessions, an exclusive OpenAI session, and mentor hours.
• Present your solution before an expert jury during the final demo showcase.
• Win exciting prizes and exclusive rewards.
• Connect with fellow builders, founders, investors, and the AI community.

KEY SPEAKERS

Learn from the people building the future of AI and media.

• Rohan Nayak — Co-Founder, Pocket FM
• Prateek Dixit — Co-Founder, Pocket FM
• Harsha Kumar — Partner, Lightspeed
• Vasu Sharma — Head of AI, Pocket FM
• Debasis Bhattacharya — Director of Field Engineering, Databricks

Eligibility

Zero to One is open to passionate builders who are eager to innovate at the intersection of AI and media. The hackathon welcomes participants from diverse backgrounds, including:

• Students
• AI Engineers
• Software Developers
• Founders
• Builders

Team Requirements

• Participation is team-based.
• Teams must consist of 3 to 4 members.
• Solo participation is not permitted.

The hackathon is open to students, AI engineers, software developers, designers, founders, and builders who are passionate about creating with AI.