Requirements

• Build a Flask web app with at least 3 routes
• Your project should be unique, functional, and somewhat styled
• While coding, commit your work at least once an hour on GitHub
• Describe your project (and add screenshots) in a README.md file
• List all your dependencies in a requirements.txt file
• Log at least 1 hour on Hackatime
• Host the app on Nest (deployment tutorial provide below)
• Nest is the preferred option, but if it's unavailable, you can use another hosting service such as Render

For higher rewards, log a minimum of 2 hours on Hackatime and implement at least one:

• Basic CRUD functionality using SQLite, CSV, Postgres, or something similar
• A functional user authentication system and protected routes
• Connect and successfully fetch data from an external API (weather, stocks, etc.)
• Aesthetically pleasing responsive layout that works on mobile and desktop
• And you'll earn 🤑 $10 🤑 instead of $5

Additionally, please note that:

• You must be in high school or middle school
• You started working on this project recently
• Your first commit must be made after this YSWS was announced
• You haven't gotten a Slushies grant before. If you have, maybe try some other YSWS
• This is a beginner YSWS, I don't want to see any AI made projects
• If you do use AI a bit for inspiration/debugging, make sure to include it in your README

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I ask for help?

Join #slushies on Hack Club Slack or DM @Eesa

I don't have any good project ideas!

Think about your interests or hobbies. If you like gaming, make a site about of some of the video games you like. If you're into reading, make a site where users can post book reviews, and etc.

Are there example projects?

I made a demo Flask project with SQLite on GitHub.
Here is a slightly more advanced project with basic user authentication.

Is there a deadline?

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM (midnight) Central Daylight Time

Can I "double dip" with another YSWS?

Unfortunately, this is not possible :(

I'm having trouble with Nest!

Take a look at this guide I wrote. Additionally, check out the official guides and the #nest channel on Slack.

What if Nest is down?

If Nest is down, wait a few hours for it to come back online. If it is down for an extended period, exceptions will be granted.

Some useful guides!