The upcoming hackathon, taking place at McGill University in Montreal on February 22nd and 23rd, invites undergraduate students from around the world to showcase their programming skills. The event offers a unique blend of creativity, technical difficulty, and learning opportunities, with $30,000 in cash prizes, latest tablets, and mobile phones up for grabs. Teams are capped at four people, but solo participants can still join forces with others through event coordinators. Travel expenses will be reimbursed up to $150, and admission is free, including food and drink, making it an attractive opportunity for college developers.