The Twilio Developer Contest is an online competition aimed at encouraging developers to create innovative applications using Twilio's application programming interface (API). The contest begins on May 18, 2009, and runs until December 31, 2010. To participate, developers must submit their applications according to a submission schedule and meet specific requirements, such as leveraging Twilio's API and providing detailed instructions for installation and use. A judging committee will review and rank entries based on criteria listed in the terms and conditions, with prizes awarded to winning entries. The contest is open to software developers 18 years of age or older, and winners may be notified via email within 48 hours and must accept their prize within 15 days. The contest's terms and conditions outline rules for participation, submission requirements, judging criteria, and liability limitations.