InfraJam2026
Build the future of AI infrastructure. 48 hours. Unlimited compute. One epic hackathon.
Two days to buildsomething incredible
InfraJam is Swift Compute's flagship hackathon, bringing together the brightest minds in AI and infrastructure to push the boundaries of what's possible.
Hours of Hacking
Prize Pool
Expected Hackers
Tracks
Unlimited GPU Access
Get free access to H100s, A100s, and cutting-edge GPUs throughout the hackathon.
Expert Mentorship
Work with AI engineers and infrastructure experts from leading tech companies.
Real Infrastructure
Build on Swift Compute's production platform with enterprise-grade tools.
Global Community
Connect with builders, researchers, and innovators from around the world.
Choose your challenge
Six tracks, unlimited possibilities. Pick the one that excites you most and start building.
AI/ML Infrastructure
Build tools and platforms that make training, deploying, and scaling AI models easier and more efficient.
Cloud Native
Create innovative solutions for container orchestration, serverless computing, and distributed systems.
Security & Privacy
Develop cutting-edge tools for securing AI workloads, data privacy, and infrastructure protection.
Developer Experience
Build tools that make developers more productive when working with GPU compute and AI infrastructure.
Open Source
Contribute meaningful improvements to open source infrastructure projects or create new ones.
Wild Card
Surprise us! Build something completely unexpected that pushes the boundaries of what's possible.
48 hours of innovation
From kickoff to awards, here's what to expect during InfraJam 2026.
$2,000 in prizes
Compete for cash prizes, compute credits, and exclusive swag to kickstart your project.
- $100 in Swift Compute Credits
- Featured on Swift Compute blog
- Exclusive Swift Compute swag pack
- $50 in Swift Compute Credits
- Featured on social channels
- Swift Compute swag pack
- $25 in Swift Compute Credits
- Community showcase feature
- Swift Compute swag pack
Questions? Answered.
Everything you need to know about InfraJam 2026.
InfraJam is open to developers, engineers, researchers, and students of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned infrastructure engineer or just starting to explore AI/ML, you're welcome to join. Participants must be at least 18 years old.
InfraJam is completely free to participate! We cover all compute costs during the hackathon, and in-person attendees receive free meals, snacks, and swag. Virtual participants get the same access to compute resources and mentorship.
Both! You can register as an individual and either form a team at the event during our team formation session, or compete solo. Teams can have up to 4 members. There's even a special prize for the Best Solo Hacker.
Anything related to AI infrastructure! This includes tools for model training and deployment, GPU optimization, developer experience improvements, security solutions, and more. Check out our tracks for specific categories, or go wild with our Wild Card track.
All registered participants receive free access to Swift Compute's GPU cloud during the hackathon. This includes H100s, A100s, and other cutting-edge hardware. You'll receive your credentials and setup instructions before the event.
Yes! We're hosting an in-person event in San Francisco with limited capacity. In-person participants get exclusive networking opportunities, on-site mentorship, and all meals provided. Virtual participants can fully participate online with equal access to prizes.
Bring your laptop, charger, and any personal items you need for a 2-day event. We'll provide everything else including food, drinks, snacks, and a comfortable hacking environment. Sleeping arrangements are not provided, but we'll have quiet spaces for rest.
Projects are judged by a panel of industry experts based on innovation, technical complexity, usefulness, and presentation. Each track has dedicated judges with relevant expertise. Final demos are live-streamed for all participants.
Still have questions?
Contact us at infrajam@swiftcompute.aiRegister forInfraJam 2026
Secure your spot at the most exciting infrastructure hackathon of the year. Limited in-person capacity available.
September 19-20, 2026
48 hours of building
San Francisco + Virtual
Join in-person or participate remotely
Free to Participate
Including compute credits and meals