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3 months ago

You’re officially in build mode 🚧

This week is all about solidifying your idea and mapping out how you’ll use DigitalOcean Gradient™ AI across your stack.

Ask yourself:

  • What problem does my app solve?

  • How am I using Gradient™ AI features (training, inference, deployment)?

  • What makes this more than a prototype?

Helpful reminders:

  • Your submission must be a new, working application

  • You’ll need a public, open-source repository with a visible license

  • Judges will look for clear, thoughtful use of Gradient™ AI — not just buzzwords

By the end of this week, aim to have:

  • A clear feature list

  • A rough system diagram

  • Your repo created and ready for commits

Momentum now will save you stress later.