Date posted: 24th Aug 2016
We went to visit our sponsors Spectrum IT this month and were excited to talk to them about PubHack as well as their own experience in the recruitment sector. They’re a real friendly bunch who really know what they’re talking about when it comes to recruiting software & web... Read More »
Date posted: 14th Jul 2015
We’ve just found out the news that PubHack has made it through to the final shortlist for the Net Awards! Wow, we’re so excited to have got this far. Thank you so much to everyone who has supported PubHack and voted for us. The voting has been taking place... Read More »
Date posted: 13th Jul 2015
We’ve just put together a video with some of the highlights from the 4th PubHack event. Massive thanks to Ollie and Lewis for filming throughout the day. You can also see all the presentations videos on our YouTube Channel. Read More »
Date posted: 16th Jun 2015
Novatech are computer specialists based in North Harbour, Portsmouth, and are one of our top sponsors for PubHack 4! Like you fellow hackers, Novatech are passionate about technology and are a great choice for anyone wanting to spec a PC for work, home or gaming. We took a trip... Read More »
Date posted: 2nd Jun 2015
With just a little over 3 weeks to go until PubHack #4, we are unbelievably excited about the next event. Since we released tickets for the event back in February (and them selling out in 48 hours!), we’ve been busy bees planning, building things and generally wishing it was... Read More »
Date posted: 1st Jun 2015
If you’re a freelancer or small business in Portsmouth, tired of working from home or looking to get an office space, you might want to check out Port 57. One of our official sponsors for PubHack #4, Port 57 is a co-working studio on Albert Road, the creative heart... Read More »
Date posted: 31st May 2015
Yesterday we took a visit to our sponsors – Rusty Prop Brewery, to find out more about this brand new local micro brewery that started last year. We met with Si (above), who is one part of the beer making duo (also run by Steve), who started Rusty Prop last year. They started... Read More »
Date posted: 15th May 2015
We’re absolutely stoked that you guys nominated us for Grassroots Event of the Year at .Net Awards! We’re only a small team and we’re up against some big players so it’s really humbling to be shortlisted. If you want to see us go to the Net Awards in September,... Read More »
Date posted: 22nd Apr 2015
We’re looking for a couple of volunteers to help out at PubHack #4. The event is happening on 25th June 2015 and we need some extra pairs of hands to help run the event on the day, and a day or two in the run up to the event.... Read More »
Date posted: 20th Mar 2015
We’re really quite chuffed that quite a few of you have nominated us for a Grass Roots Events Award at the .Net Awards. If you’d like us to be in with a chance of winning then we need all the nominations we can get. All you have to do... Read More »
Date posted: 13th Feb 2015
We’re so chuffed about the response we’ve received about PubHack #4 and even more chuffed that all the spaces are filled! If you’re still hankering after a ticket, you can join our waiting list. If there are any drop outs we’ll give you first dibs on the tickets. Just... Read More »
Date posted: 12th Feb 2015
That’s right, the time is here! The 4th PubHack event will be taking place on Thursday 25th June 2015 at our new hosts The Fat Fox in Southsea. Now on sale! Tickets are only £12 (includes booking fee and VAT) and there are only 40 available. We’ve done our... Read More »
Date posted: 12th Feb 2015
Winners of Best Design at PubHack #3 have now released their idea ‘Date Escape’ as a usable web app. Just in time for Valentines Day, you can now use the Date Escape app to avoid awkward dates. Just visit the link, follow the instructions and off you go! Have... Read More »
Date posted: 13th Oct 2014
The 7th October 2014 saw the 3rd PubHack event take place, and wow what a day it was! 12 teams took part and over 40 devs, designers and makers came together to take on the PubHack challenge at the Brewhouse & Kitchen in Portsmouth. The Theme The event kicked... Read More »
Date posted: 10th Oct 2014
During the event, our lovely film maker Aaron went round and interviewed teams about what they were upto at PubHack #3. What do you think of the theme? Where’s Paddy? CatN Team CG Webree Fivestar Apps #DevsDoDesign More videos You can see more PubHack #3 videos on our YouTube... Read More »
Date posted: 20th Sep 2014
It’s really exciting to have GoSquared on board as one of our top sponsors for PubHack #3! They’re a London based company who have created this awesome software to help you monitor activity on your website in real time. Real Time Analytics for your websites We’ve been using GoSquared... Read More »
Date posted: 20th Sep 2014
We’re delighted to have FreeAgent on board as one of our top sponsors for PubHack #3! We’ve been using FreeAgent for about 2 years now and absolutely love it. Perfect for freelancers & small businesses It takes the stress out of accounting and actually makes it enjoyable. Some of... Read More »
Date posted: 8th Sep 2014
CatN are one of our top sponsors, who not only are supporting us in running the event but are also entering a team to PubHack #3. You’ll get the chance to meet them and also compete against them in the 10 hour hackathon! PUBHACK #3 PERKS & PRIZES! For... Read More »
Date posted: 8th Sep 2014
The guys at Good Audience are sponsoring Pubhack #3 which some really awesome prizes. We want to tell you a bit about them and how you could use them for your PubHack project! What’s up for grabs? They’re giving each attendee of PubHack a months free ‘Slow & Steady’ package,... Read More »
Date posted: 8th Sep 2014
We’re really excited to have Github on board sponsoring Pubhack #3 not only with prizes, but Github’s own Andrew Nesbitt will be on the judging panel for the event. What’s up for grabs? So there are 6 award categories. The overall winner will get 1 years free Silver Account... Read More »
Date posted: 8th Sep 2014
Trello is a really awesome project management and collaboration tool that we’ve been using to organise PubHack as a team. We’re really chuffed that they have offered a Gold Package to each member of the overall winning team of PubHack. Why Trello is awesome… It’s just so visual and easy... Read More »
Date posted: 5th Sep 2014
So with PubHack #3 fast approaching, I thought it was time we took a look at some of the projects that teams have made in the past, as well as talk about what may be on the cards for the upcoming event on 7th October. PubHack #1: Zombies, Dead Hipsters... Read More »
Date posted: 11th Feb 2014
Well that came around quickly! It seems like only yesterday we were all gathering in the Brewhouse at eight in the morning, nervously awaiting our first PubHack brief. And now we’re six months on and the 2nd event is almost upon us. What is PubHack exactly? For those of you... Read More »
Date posted: 14th Oct 2013
The first ever PubHack went off with a bang! We had 100% attendance, with 25 geeks from around the South coming to take part in our 10 hour digital hackathon in Portsmouth at the Brewhouse and Kitchen. The Brief After an early morning bleary eyed introduction, we kicked things... Read More »
Date posted: 25th Jun 2013
That’s right, we’re finally able to release tickets! For just a few pounds, 7 to be exact, you can be the proud owner of a ticket to the first ever PubHack. Buy tickets — only £7 each! What your ticket includes Not only will you one of only 20... Read More »
