Hackathon Ideation

Brainstorming Projects for Day 2

Lars Schöbitz

Global Health Engineering, ETH Zurich

July 15, 2025

Session Roadmap (30 min)

  • Project Categories (~5 min)
  • Project Ideas Overview (~20 min)
  • Next Steps & Resources (~5 min)

Project Categories

Project Categories

  • Data Package & Analysis
  • Branding & Design
  • Data Discovery & Documentation
  • Teaching & Assessment Tools
  • Content Creation & Conversion
  • Course Development Ideas

Data Package & Analysis

Historical Data Digitization

Project: Convert scanned historical records into digital data

  • Collect historical papers/records
  • Create organized image folders
  • Use Claude to extract and analyze data
  • Create structured datasets
  • Build data packages for archival data

Open Wash Data Package Workflow

Project: Create new analyses using existing packages

  • Clone existing openwashdata package
  • Use Claude to write analytical articles
  • Add personal notes and templates
  • Create vignettes demonstrating usage
  • Share insights with community # Branding & Design {background-color=“#5b195b”}

Create Brand Guidelines

Project: Comprehensive branding for openwashdata

  • Design color palettes (colorblind-friendly)
  • Create common design elements
  • Develop brand YAML templates
  • Package YAML configurations
  • Implement via pull requests

Deliverables: - Style guide document - Template repository - Implementation examples # Data Discovery {background-color=“#5b195b”}

Identify New Data Sources

Project: Expand openwashdata collection

  • Research WASH data sources
  • Evaluate data quality
  • Create data packages
  • Document metadata
  • Submit to openwashdata

SFD Report Analysis

Project: Analyze Shit Flow Diagram reports

  • Collect all SFD PDF reports
  • Use Claude to extract data sources
  • Categorize as primary/secondary
  • Analyze data collection methods:
    • Key informant interviews
    • Focus group discussions
    • Lab analysis
    • Observations

Output: Comprehensive methodology database

SFD Data Validation

Project: Verify SFD data quality

  • Collect all SFD JSON files
  • Cross-check data completeness
  • Identify placeholder vs actual data
  • Create data quality report
  • Suggest improvements # Teaching & Assessment {background-color=“#5b195b”}

Assignment Templates

Project: Streamline assignment feedback

  • Create response templates
  • Implement as Claude slash commands
  • Test with real assignments
  • Document usage patterns
  • Share with educators

Document Conversion

Project: Modernize course materials

  • Convert Word reports to Quarto
  • Create slide templates
  • Maintain formatting consistency
  • Add interactive elements
  • Version control materials

Grading Automation

Project: Develop automated assessment tools

  • Design grading rubrics
  • Test on previous assignments
  • Use Claude for evaluation
  • Compare with manual grading
  • Refine accuracy

Output: Validated grading system

Git-based Submissions

Project: Modernize assignment submission

  • Design Git/GitHub workflow
  • Create student guides
  • Set up template repositories
  • Automate collection process
  • Replace email/Google Docs

Benefits: Version control, professional skills, automated workflows

Content Creation

Talk Transcription

Project: Convert talks to educational content

  • Find relevant WASH talks
  • Use Claude for transcription
  • Convert to slide format
  • Add visual elements
  • Create learning materials

CV Modernization

Project: Update CVs with Quarto

  • Collect existing CVs
  • Convert to Quarto format
  • Create templates
  • Add interactive elements
  • Version control careers

Mentorship Program Page

Project: Showcase mentor/mentee connections

  • Design profile templates
  • Create clickable elements
  • Link to participant work
  • Build interactive directory
  • Foster connections

Automated Grading System

Project: Implement Claude-based assessment

  • Define clear rubrics
  • Create evaluation prompts
  • Test accuracy and fairness
  • Document edge cases
  • Build instructor dashboard