About the Hackathon
# ๐ก Welcome to Project G.U.D
Join our 3-week developer **Deploython** and be among the first to build **Universal Apps** on **Push Chainโs Testnet Donut**. With **$5,000 in prizes**, itโs your chance to deploy once, reach users from every chain, and help shape the future of multichain development.
### *Join ourย [Telegram](https://t.me/+huMzY55D2ms4ODE1) for developer support and participation.*
# ๐ RESULT DAY: 14th Nov

After 90+ submissions and weeks of judging, the results are finally ready.
Join us on **14th November (Friday) at 3 PM UTC** on the **[Push Chain's X / Twitter Live Broadcast](https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1ZkJzZyMODoJv)** - as we crown the winners ๐.
**Additionally.. ๐**
Keep an eye on your inboxes โ as we reveal the **TOP 15 Finalists** ๐
๐ฉ Finalists will be invited to **showcase their projects LIVE** to the Push Community during the Result Day Broadcast. ๐ฅ
๐ฉ All finalists are shortlisted for the Community Voting Prize Track **($1,000)**. ๐ณ๏ธ
๐ฉ And of courseโฆ 4 out of these 15 brave finalists have been chosen as the winners of our Main Judging Track **($4,000)**. ๐
### ๐ Location: [X Live Broadcast](https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1ZkJzZyMODoJv)
๐๏ธ Date: 14th November, Friday
โฐ Time: 10:00 AM EST | 3:00 PM UTC
#
๐ Go Universal & Deploy (G.U.D)
## What is Push Chain?
**[Push Chain](https://push.org?utm_source=dorahacks&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=project_gud)** is a shared-state Layer 1 blockchain built to eliminate fragmentation across all chains.
Push enables you to build **Universal Apps** that can support transactions from **any chain** (Ethereum, Solana, EVM L2s, L3s) - without requiring users to juggle between multiple wallets, tokens or gas mechanics.
In short, Deploy once, go cross-chain &ย 10X your user base.
## What makes Push Chain unique?
Devs deserve better for their apps - **more users, more revenue, more distribution**.
- **Expand Your Userbase Instantly**: Deploy once, reach users across EVM + non-EVM chains **(yes, even Solana!)**.
- **Avoid Audit Friction**: Since you do not modify your solidity code, there is no need for a full re-audit.
- **Simplified Fees**: Automatically routes gas fees under the hood. Users do not need to hold $PC tokens or switch chains to complete transactions.
- **Consistent DevEx**: One **Push SDK**, one set of JSON-RPC endpoints, and a unified API to build and deploy. Supports Viem, ethers, and our own Push Chain client.
- **Future-Proof Builds**: With **shared state and programmable solvers** (coming soon), you can orchestrate complex workflows with multichain R/W operations - without building separate adapters.

# ๐๏ธ What Can You Build?
**You can transform an existing EVM app into a Universal App, or build a brand-new Universal App from scratch.**
## **What are Universal Apps?**
Universal Apps are fully interoperable apps deployed on Push Chain that support transactions from any EVM, non-EVM chain (eg: Solana, Ethereum, Base, etc) - without relying on centralized relayers, bridges or other hacks.
**Any EVM app can be converted into a Universal App using the [Push Chain SDK ](https://pushchain.github.io/push-chain-website/pr-preview/pr-1067/docs/)**
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<th style="width: 50%;">Deploy your existing EVM app</th>
<th style="width: 50%;">Build a new universal app</th>
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<td>No contract rewrites - deploy & instantly reach all chains.</td>
<td>Start fresh and explore bold new ideas that could scale into profitable startups.</td>
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# โ๏ธ Why Join Project G.U.D?
- **$5000** in rewards and grant support for top projects
- **Round-the-clock Support and Mentorship:** Get hands-on guidance and direct mentorship support from our cracked devrel and core infra team. Join the dedicated [Telegram Support Group](https://t.me/+huMzY55D2ms4ODE1) to meet them.
- **Boost visibility**: Winning projects will be featured on the Testnet Portal to thousands of users!
- **Deploy early, grow faster**: Be among the first to launch applications on Push Chain and capture early user traction.
# โฐ Timeline
- **Pre-registration Starts**: Sep 18
- **Deployathon Kickoff**: Sep 23
- **Submission Deadline**: Oct 13
- **Jury Winner Announcement**: Oct 24
- **Community Voting and Winner Announcement:** Right after Jury Announcement!
# ๐ Prizes
## $4000 Reward Pool + $1000 Additional through community voting
### Jury Rewards:
| Rank | Prize (USD) |
|--------------|-------------|
| ๐ฅ First Place | $2000 |
| ๐ฅ Second Place | $1000 |
| ๐ฅ Third Place | $600 |
| โณ๏ธ Fourth Place | $400 |
### Community Voting Rewards:
| Rank | Prize (USD) |
|--------------|-------------|
| ๐ฅ First Place | $500 |
| ๐ฅ Second Place| $300 |
| ๐ฅ Third Place | $200 |
**๐กTIP - Build In Public:**
**Share your progress publicly โ the more the community sees, the better your chances of winning more votes!**
## Additional Incentives:
- Winning Apps to be specially featured on the Testnet Portal.
- Winners gain a chance to access Push Chains VC and partner network
- Onchain perks (Secret passes, Badges) and Offchain perks (Meet the founders, 1-1 Mentorship)
# โ
Eligibility
The contest is open to developers across the experience spectrum.
If youโve been building production-grade EVM dApps, are an early-stage builder, or have a new universal app use case you want to execute, youโre more than welcome
You can either hack solo or build together by forming teams.
# ๐งJudging criteria
Submissions will be evaluated based on the following:
- **Functionality**
- **Composability**
- **Ease of use**
- **Innovation**
- **Design** **and Vibes**
# โ๏ธ Contact us
Join the **[Telegram Support Group](https://t.me/+huMzY55D2ms4ODE1)** to find teammates, share queries, meet the Push team, get the latest updates and Alphas!
# ๐ Helpful Links to Get Started Building
1. **Website: [https://push.org](https://push.org?utm_source=dorahacks&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=project_gud)**
2. **Documentation Hub: [https://pushchain.github.io/push-chain-website/pr-preview/pr-1067/docs/](https://pushchain.github.io/push-chain-website/pr-preview/pr-1067/docs/)**
3. **Core SDK (npm): [https://www.npmjs.com/package/@pushchain/core](https://www.npmjs.com/package/@pushchain/core)**
4. **UI Kit: [https://www.npmjs.com/package/@pushchain/ui-kit](https://www.npmjs.com/package/@pushchain/ui-kit)**
5. **Faucet: [https://faucet.push.org/](https://faucet.push.org/?utm_source=dorahacks&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=project_gud)**
6. **Block Explorer: [https://donut.push.network/](https://donut.push.network/?utm_source=dorahacks&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=project_gud)**
### **For more details about Project G.U.D ๐ [Read Here](https://push.org/blog/announcing-project-gud-go-universal-and-deploy/?utm_source=dorahacks&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=project_gud).**