Data Science Blogathon 2024 – From Data to Intelligence

Attention, data science enthusiasts, AI aspirants, and machine learning masterminds! Are you passionate about delving into the fascinating world of data science? Do you desire to showcase your expertise and contribute to a vibrant community? Then the GeeksforGeeks Data Science Blogathon is your perfect platform to shine!

What is Data Science Blogathon by GeeksforGeeks – From Data to Intelligence?

Starting on May 7th, 2024, this event offers you a compelling opportunity to explore the vast and interconnected domains of data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, data analytics, and visualization. Unleash your creativity and delve into these exciting areas of AI-ML-DS:

• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Deep Learning
• NLP
• Computer Vision
• Data Analysis
• Data Visualization

Event Details

The Data Science Blogathon 2024 will begin in the second week of May 2024 and will last until the third week of July 2024. Check out all the information below:

• Event Start Date: 7th May 2024
• Event End Date: 7th July 2024
• Result Date: 1st August 2024

Note: Only the articles that are submitted before 7th July 2024 will be entertained and submission will close at 12 AM on 7th July 2024.

Rewarding Your Efforts:

Your dedication and insightful contributions will be handsomely rewarded! Here’s what awaits the top performers:

• 1st – 5th Prize –> May get an oppurtunity to avail In-Office Internship Opportunity in Data Science Domain at 30000/Month Stipend + Data Science Course Coupon + GFG Swags (Bag, Stationary and Stickers)
• 6th – 25th Prize –> WFH Internship Opportunity + Data Science Course Coupon + GFG Swags (Bag and Stationary)
• 26th – 50th Prize –> GFG Swags (TShirt and Stickers)

How to Participate in Data Science Blogathon:

The process is straightforward:

1. Registration: Head over to the GeeksforGeeks Write Portal and create an account (if you haven’t already).
2. Content Creation: Craft your compelling post on any topic related to Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related fields. Ensure your content is well-researched, informative, engaging, and adheres to the submission guidelines.
3. Submission: Submit your post through the Write Portal. Double-check that it meets all the requirements to avoid any last-minute problems.

Below are the submission guidelines:

General Guidelines For Data Science Blogathon

A. Eligibility Related

• This event is open to all.
• Event participation will only be considered through WRITE portal only.
• Don’t forget to check to see whether your topic is already on GeeksforGeeks.
• Any article containing Plagiarised/AI-generated content, if found would be straightaway prohibited/discarded.

B. Submissions Related

• Any article present with the Data Science Blogathon 2024 tag will be reviewed on priority basis.
• The eligible articles from the ‘Pick Section’ will automatically add the AI-ML-DS Category and Data Science Blogathon 2024 tag to the Post. If a topic is picked and AI-ML-DS Category and Tag is NOT automatically added, that article is not eligible in the contest.
• At any given time, only 5 articles(Draft + Pending + Awaiting + Review Queue) can be selected from the PICK section.
• The pending article limit for Picked and Non-picked articles combined is 10 articles.
• If the picked article is present in the draft and is not submitted within 4 days, it will be automatically discarded.
• If the Picked article is present in the awaiting author section then it will be discarded in 3 days if not submitted with the required changes.
• If the Non-Picked article is present in the awaiting author section then it will not be discarded automatically.
• Any Non Picked article submitted under AI-ML-DS category and Data Science Blogathon 2024 tag will be considered for the event or not, will be decided by internal team.
• Improvement of the existing article will not be accepted or considered as an entry for this event.
• The Data Science Blogathon 2024 Tag must be included in the article; otherwise, the article will not be considered for event participation.
• Any submitted article (Having Pending Status) on or before 7th July 2024 under the Data Science Blogathon 2024 tag will be only considered for the review process.
• If anyone is submitting the article after 7th July 2024, then the article will be considered as a normal contribution and will not be counted under the Data Science Blogathon 2024.
• In case you get feedback on your pending Data Science Blogathon 2024 article, or your article is in awaiting status during this event then make the suggested changes by 14th July 2024 and submit the article for the review process. After 14th July 2024, the awaiting status article will not be considered for the Data Science Blogathon 2024 event.
• Any article submitted prior to 7th May 2024, whether it is in pending or awaiting author status will not be considered for the Data Science Blogathon 2024

C. Payment Related

• All the payments will be processed to the author’s bank account after signing the offer letter generated by GeeksforGeeks.
• INR 500 – 700 will be paid for each published article during this event. The final amount of the article will be decided by the review team.
• If an author’s existing fixed pay is more than the fixed pay under the event then maximum amount will be considered for the pay of the article.
• GeeksforGeeks reserves the right to accept or reject any changes at any time and at any stage, without assigning any reason or incurring any liability to the participants. No claim whatsoever will be entertained/paid by the GeeksforGeeks to the participants.

D. Rewards Related

• If a person has two or more articles in the Top 50 results, the highest-ranking article will be used to determine the winner rank.
• The prize distribution process will begin 10 days (working) after the results are announced. Our team will send the winners an email with the necessary information such as Name, Complete Address Details, etc. to their registered email addresses.
• The payments and rewards are exclusively available to Indian contributors. However, if you are not from India, you can contribute articles to this event but would not be eligible for prizes.

E. Winners Related

The Top 50 winners will be chosen on the following parameters:

• 30% Likes
• 70% Internal Criteria – Will be decided by GFG review team based on the article’s complexity, clearity and how well written it is etc.

Note: In case of any doubt please connect us here.

Enjoy the Journey, Share Your Knowledge:

We’re eager to be delighted by your insightful and creative posts! The GeeksforGeeks Data Science Blogathon is your chance to refine your data science skills, gain valuable recognition in the community, and make a lasting contribution to the field. Let’s launch on this exploration of data science together!

Additional Tips for Success:

• Optimize for Readability: Structure your post with clear headings, subheadings, and bullet points for easy navigation. Employ an engaging writing style to keep your audience hooked.
• Incorporate Code Examples: When discussing specific techniques, provide short, well-commented code snippets along with their execution screenshots and videos. This will allow readers to test and practice the concepts themselves.
• Proofread and Edit: Ensure your post is free of typos and grammatical errors. First impression matters, and a polished piece will undoubtedly stand out.

Remember: Don’t be intimidated by the competition. Dive deep into a topic that excites you, unleash your passion for data science, and make your voice heard! We look forward to witnessing your data science brilliance at the GeeksforGeeks Blogathon!

FAQs: Data Science Blogathon 2024

1. Who can participate?

Anyone can participate in the Data Science Blogathon 2024 event.

2. How many articles can I write?

You can write as many articles as you want as long as they are technical articles and not posted on our website already.

3. How will I get paid?

If you are already an author on GeeksforGeeks then you can apply for payment as you normally would. If you are a new author, Go to the Work with Us tab, Click on Apply here on the Write portal to apply for an offer letter, and then click on the Remuneration tab on the Write portal to apply for payment. In both cases, the payment will be received in the first week of the following month. Here is an example, if Ajay applies for the remuneration at the Starting, Middle, or end of Feb 2024 then he will get the payment in the first week of March 2024.

4. Is there any minimum number of articles to participate in the event?

No, you can participate in the event by publishing at least one article and can apply for remuneration for it.

5. Is there any minimum number of articles to get the rewards and certificate?

Participation certificates and rewards will be awarded to participants who have a minimum of 3 articles published in the event.

6. What will be the last date to submit the article?

The last date for article submission is 7th July 2024. However, you need to know if you submit the article on the last date and get feedback on it to make some changes then you’ll get 7 more days to make the required changes in the article and submit it again for the review process.

7. Can I submit my article which I have published on another platform also?

No, the article must be unique, and original, and not be published on any other platform. Also, it should be plagiarized-free.

8. After I submit the article, what process will take place?

Once you write and submit the article, then the status of your article becomes Pending. The team then reviews your article and gives you feedback in comments (if needed) under the article and saves your article status to Awaiting Author. After that, you’re required to make the changes as per the feedback and again submit the article for review and the status of your article becomes Pending again. Finally, after you have made all the required improvements, your article status becomes In Review, which means it has been approved. Also, when your article gets published, the status of your article becomes Published.

9. If I am already getting more than INR 700 per published article, then which amount will be considered for this event?

If you’re already associated with GFG and getting paid INR 500- 700/published article, then you’ll receive the maximum amount that GFG is paying before this event. But you will get a chance to win some exciting prizes like Tablets, Alexa and GFG Goodies.

10. Can I receive payment through PayPal?

Currently, we accept payment transfers through Net banking/Transfer and do not entertain PayPal or another third-party app to transfer the remuneration.

11. During this event, my articles will also count for Internship?

Yes, your articles will be considered for the internship also.