How we work
We build together. The best tools for neurodivergent children come from people with different backgrounds – neurodivergent contributors, developers, designers, and accessibility specialists.
We organize two-day hackathons quarterly. People with different skills work on real features that go straight into the platform. Code, design, accessibility testing – everything counts.
We set the themes beforehand. Your skills shape what gets built. If you have ideas on how to better support neurodivergent children – we want to hear them.
Hackathon structure
Hackathons run over two days, fully remote – join from anywhere. We use Discord to talk, GitHub to build, and Miro to plan.
Here's how it usually goes:
- Day 1, morning: project intro, tech setup, team formation
- Day 1, afternoon: building starts – prototyping, testing ideas
- Day 2, morning: keep building, usability testing, feedback rounds
- Day 2, afternoon: demos, integration planning, next steps
We keep things predictable: clear schedules, regular breaks, no surprises. Need to work async or take longer breaks? No problem.
Who we're looking for
We're looking for people from different backgrounds:
Clinical and developmental psychology
You understand how neurodivergent children learn, which approaches work, and how to translate therapeutic methods into digital tools.
UX/UI design
You design interfaces that are calm, clear, and accessible. Experience with neurodivergent users is a plus. Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
Frontend development
React, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS. You build interactive, responsive, accessible components.
Backend architecture
Python (FastAPI, Flask), PostgreSQL, API design. You build systems that scale and respect privacy.
DevOps and infrastructure
CI/CD, deployment, monitoring, testing infrastructure. Docker, GitHub Actions, Vercel, AWS.
Digital accessibility
WCAG 2.2, ARIA, assistive technology testing. Accessibility is our foundation – not an afterthought.
Learning experience design
You create engaging learning experiences that motivate without overwhelming. Game design, motivation psychology, playful pedagogy.
User research and experience strategy
Usability testing, journey mapping, feedback analysis. Experience researching neurodivergent users is especially valuable.
Note: We don't need help with AI/ML – our internal team handles that.
Neurodivergent? You're welcome here.
Many of us on the team are neurodivergent. We know what it's like when the environment doesn't fit. That's why our hackathons are set up like this:
- Clear schedules – no surprises, no last-minute changes
- Async is fine – no pressure to be online the whole time
- No small talk required – camera off is totally okay
- Regular breaks that actually happen
- Set up your space however works for you
If you're autistic or have ADHD and want to contribute – reach out. We'll figure out what works best for you.
For organisations: what we expect
We're open to working with organisations – but we have three requirements:
1. Demonstrated commitment to neurodiversity
This isn't about putting 'neurodiversity' on your website. We mean real commitment – in your products, your culture, your decisions.
2. Neurodivergent employment
We don't partner with organisations that talk about neurodivergence but don't employ neurodivergent people. If you want community involvement, start with inclusion at home.
3. Adaptive work practices
Neurodivergent people work differently. Communication may be more direct, processing may take more time. If your organisation can adapt – great. If not, this isn't the right fit.
Community-driven development
We're a community project. We don't think a small team in isolation builds the best tools. Good things happen when different people come together – developers, designers, therapists, families, and most importantly: neurodivergent people themselves.
Want to help? Whether for one hackathon or ongoing – we'd love to have you.
How to join
Want to take part – as an individual or with your organisation? Just reach out.
Tell us:
- A bit about you (name, what you do, relevant experience)
- What you'd like to work on (psychology, design, frontend, backend, DevOps, accessibility, learning design, user research)
- Whether you're neurodivergent (optional – helps us plan better)