In addition to the hackathon, Pearl Hacks also offers a variety of workshops and events before and during the event. We highly encouraged you to look into and attend the workshops that interest you! It is a great way to meet others and learn new skills that you can use during hacking.

Before the weekend of:


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Tie Dye

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Date: COMING SOON

Time: TBA

Location: TBA

Pre-workshop Setup: None!

Resources: Beginner Workshop Resources

During the weekend of:

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Hack 101

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First time joining a hackathon? No worries! Everything you need to know will be covered in this ultimate hackathon guide event so that you’re well prepared to make the most out of your time at Pearl Hacks! Come hear out directors talk about the hackathon process, tips and tricks, and answer any questions you might have about hacking.

Date: 2/21/26

Time: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Location: GSU-3206AB

Pre-workshop Setup: N/A


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Intro to Figma and UI/UX Design

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In this workshop we will learn how to use Figma (www.figma.com), a collaborative browser-based design tool that allows users to create web and mobile applications. During the workshop, participants will design an e-commerce website prototype and learn how to use basic design tools, frames, transitions, etc. Participants will also get the chance to work in groups and discuss ways to improve their design.