Azure AI & Data Analytics Hackathon: Retail Intelligence Solutions
AI-RETAIL-HACKTransform retail challenges into AI-powered solutions in this intensive 2-3 day Azure hackathon. Master ML, computer vision, and RAG patterns while building real-world retail intelligence applications.
🚀 Build Production-Ready Retail AI Solutions in 2-3 Days
This intensive, hands-on hackathon transforms data professionals and developers into Azure AI practitioners through real-world retail challenges. Working with Woodgrove Retail's authentic dataset, you'll progress from SQL analytics to advanced machine learning and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) implementations—all while solving genuine business problems like high return rates and declining profitability.
đź’ˇ What You'll Master
- Predictive Analytics: Build ML models using Azure ML Designer to forecast high-risk orders
- Computer Vision: Train custom models in Azure Vision Studio for image-based product search
- RAG Patterns: Implement intelligent search with Azure Cognitive Search and OpenAI
- Full-Stack Integration: Deploy end-to-end solutions combining SQL, Cosmos DB, and AI services
- Real Business Impact: Create solutions that demonstrate measurable value
🎯 Perfect For
Data analysts, BI professionals, software developers, and solutions architects seeking practical Azure AI experience. Basic SQL and Python knowledge required—advanced ML expertise is not. You'll leave with working solutions, deployment experience, and the confidence to implement AI in your organization.
✨ Your Deliverables
Six completed challenges including deployed ML models, functional image recognition systems, RAG-powered search, and an integrated web application—all validated by expert coaches and ready for your portfolio.