Frequently Asked Questions

The competition has three knockout rounds: Idea Submission (19–26 October, online proposal), MVP Build-a-thon (2–9 November, development and online MVP submission), and Pitching (16–21 November, change request, refinement, and final pitch). The Organiser determines how many teams advance after each round based on participation and submission quality. Selected finalists present their demo on 21 November.

Rounds 1 and 2 are fully online. The final is held onsite at Netcompany Ho Chi Minh City for local teams and online for teams outside Ho Chi Minh City.

No. It will be emailed to every team when Round 1 officially begins to ensure fairness.

Students and young technology enthusiasts interested in software development, digital solutions, and IT consulting. Each team has three members.

Yes, provided that the Organiser is notified.

No. English proficiency is an advantage because the case study, official communications, and presentation slides are provided or prepared in English.

Requirements vary by round and will be communicated before each stage. Please check your email and the internal announcement channel regularly.

No, unless the Organiser announces otherwise.

Yes. Teams may use AI to improve productivity, but must understand, validate, and own everything they submit. An AI journal provided by the Organiser must be submitted after Round 2.

Yes, provided their licenses are respected and the team clearly identifies which parts they developed.

No. Choose the stack that best fits your solution.

No. A functional MVP demonstrating core functionality, business value, and feasibility is expected.

Before each round, the Organiser will email the judging criteria, as determined by the Organiser, and the results. Every team member should register with a valid email and check it regularly.

AI should be used as a supporting tool, not as a substitute for the team’s thinking and ownership. The Organiser values teams that use AI responsibly, validate AI-generated content, and assess the feasibility of their product. Teams should understand and be able to defend every part of their submission, and should avoid using presentation slides that are entirely AI-generated.

The top three teams receive VND 60 million, VND 30 million, and VND 15 million in cash prizes. Outstanding teams also receive scholarships from Engineer Pro and DuaEdu. Cash prizes are split equally among team members and sent as Got It e-vouchers. Learn how to use them here.

Teams retain ownership. By participating, teams allow the Organiser to use project summaries, slides, demo videos, and event photos for communication and promotion.

Reply to the official competition email or contact the Organiser. Please report submission issues as soon as possible; extension requests are reviewed case by case.