HackerX

Owned by Brittanie Keyser
Dec 28, 2018
2 min read

This tool has solely been researched by the WilsonHCG Innovation team.

Summary

Where developers meet.

HackerX is the world’s largest invite-only networking & recruiting event for developers

It’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet with some of the world’s most innovative companies and fastest growing startups


Product Summary

For Developers

What if my employer is there?

Don’t worry, we send out the list of companies attending prior to the event, our team also screens through each attendee to make sure your employer isn’t attending.


Do I have to be looking for a new job?

No, although the event revolves around recruiting, it’s a chance for passive job seekers to explore what’s out there and network with other developers.


What should I bring?

Just bring yourself and an empty stomach. If you’re more serious about switching jobs, bringing hard copies of your resume and business cards may come in handy.


Why was I invited?

To ensure quality, our events are invite only and you likely received an invite from our waitlist or you were invited by someone on our developer sourcing team.


Is there a dress code?

There’s no dress code at our events. They’re designed to be casual in nature so come in whatever you’re most comfortable in.


What should I expect?

Every event is different but they are all structured with approximately 1 hour of networking and 2 hours of rapid interviews with companies.

This allows you to meet the most amount of companies in the least amount of time.

Will there be food?

Most of our events will be catered with pizza and beer with vegetarian options. However, this can vary by host so if you have dietary restrictions we recommend eating beforehand.


For Employers

What should we bring?

We’ll provide you with a table and display placard and rating sheets at the event.

To stand out many employers bring a table cloth and company banners, as well as company swag.


What should I expect?

All of our events have approximately an hour of networking and 2 hours of rapid interviews.


Where do you get your developers?

The HackerX community is over 100k+ strong but each event goes through a curated sourcing and screening process by our team to ensure quality events.


How many developers am I going to meet?

It varies from city and by event but we target between 80-100 developer registrations. In some cities our turn out rate is close to 90% while in others it’s as low as 40% but we focus on quality and not quantity to ensure hires.


What does it cost?

We’re not a recruiting firm so we don’t charge a placement fee – just a flat event fee so we can focus on the events and community.


Will there be food?

Most of our events will be catered with pizza and beer with vegetarian options. However, this can vary as per host so if you have dietary restrictions we recommend eating beforehand.