Pre-Hackathon Training
Online Q&A sessions and self-paced training material
Before the Quantum Hackathon - SESAME 2026, a pre-hackathon training programme will be provided by the Open Quantum Institute (OQI) as part of its Hackathon in a Box approach.
The training is designed to help prospective hackathon participants develop the basic knowledge and skills needed to participate effectively in the event.
Who Can Participate?
The pre-hackathon training is intended for university students in STEM fields who are interested in participating in the Quantum Hackathon - SESAME 2026.
There is no competitive selection process for the pre-hackathon training. However, registrations will be lightly screened to ensure that participants are within the target group and have an appropriate academic background for the programme.
Participation in the pre-hackathon training is strongly recommended for hackathon applicants, but it is not mandatory for final selection to the hackathon. Completing the training also does not guarantee selection for the in-person hackathon.
Recommended Background
To follow the training comfortably, participants are recommended to have:
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Basic programming skills.
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Basic knowledge of mathematics and linear algebra.
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General familiarity with algorithms and problem solving.
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An interest in learning about quantum computing.
Previous experience in quantum computing is not required.
Registration
Registration is required to participate in the pre-hackathon training. Interested participants should register through the Registration menu.
Training Details
Pre-hackathon selection announcement will be on Monday, 31 August 2026.
(applications received after 31 August 2026 16:00 Amman Time, will not be considered for pre-hackathon).
The pre-hackathon training will begin on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Participants will receive access to the self-paced training material, which they can work through during the training period.
Three online Q&A sessions with QWorld will be held on:
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Tuesday, 1 September 2026
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Tuesday, 8 September 2026
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Tuesday, 15 September 2026
All Q&A sessions with QWorld will start at 18:00 Amman time (17:00 CEST).
The Q&A sessions will allow participants to ask questions about any part of the self-paced training material.
Further information, including access details and instructions for the training platform, will be shared directly with eligible registered participants.
