> UPCOMING
>Backend Reloaded
Build production-grade backends with a single primitive. APIs, background jobs, workflows, queues, and AI agents - unified in one system with built-in State management and Observability.
Dec 15 - Dec 21
> Backend Reloaded
> Modern backends shouldn't require juggling frameworks, queues, and services. Motia unifies everything. API endpoints, background jobs, durable workflows, AI agents, streaming, and observability into one runtime with a single core primitive.
> Join Backend Reloaded Hackathon to build next-generation backends that are simpler, faster, and production-ready from the start. Win cash prizes, exclusive swag, and mentorship opportunities.
> It's time to build backends the way they should be: unified, observable, and effortless.
> Single Core Primitive
Everything unified
Write APIs, background jobs, workflows, and AI agents using one primitive - Steps. Add observability, state management, and streaming without extra configuration. Reduces juggling between different tools and framework.
> Production Ready
Deploy with confidence
Built-in observability, distributed state, durable execution, and real-time streaming. Scale from prototype to production with one command. Resilient by default.
> Win Big
$3,000+ in prizes
Compete for cash rewards, exclusive Motia swag, Google Summer of Code mentorship, and job interview opportunities. Top 3 winners share $3,000+.
> Prizes & Rewards
Compete for amazing prizes and showcase your backend innovation
> Top 3 Winners
> For every winner:
> Community Rewards
> Star the Motia repository on GitHub and share your participation on social media (don't forget to tag Motia). Top 10 posts will win Motia credits and swag bundles.
>Sponsor
>Judging Criteria
- >Real-World Impact: How effectively does your project solve real backend challenges? From automating workflows to building scalable production systems, show us the problem you're solving.
- >Creativity & Innovation: How uniquely do you leverage Motia's unified runtime? Combine APIs, workflows, background jobs, or AI agents in novel ways using Steps as your core primitive.
- >Learning Journey: Demonstrate your problem-solving approach and growth mindset, especially valuable if you're exploring unified backends, durable workflows, or multi-language systems for the first time.
- >Technical Excellence: Quality of implementation matters. We evaluate code quality, workflow efficiency, use of Motia's observability and state features, scalability, and integration depth.
- >Developer Experience: How intuitive is your project? Whether it's API design, workflow visualization, dashboards, or developer tools—polish and usability count.
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