> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://hackdays-guide.mlh.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://hackdays-guide.mlh.com/start-here.md).

# Start Here

- [What Is a Hack Day?](https://hackdays-guide.mlh.com/start-here/readme.md): Learn what Hack Days are, how they differ from full hackathons, and what MLH provides.
- [Requirements and Eligibility](https://hackdays-guide.mlh.com/start-here/requirements-and-eligibility.md): Confirm the required event format, organizer responsibilities, and partner eligibility before applying.
- [Apply to Host](https://hackdays-guide.mlh.com/start-here/apply-to-host.md): Create and complete a Hack Day application, then move into event management after approval.