Hackers and coders unite, building apps for a better Oakland

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More than 140 committed digital citizens gathered on July 21st at the Code for Oakland event. Hackers and coders worked to improve life here in Oakland and throughout Alameda County.

The grand prize went to Hack the Budget, which allows anyone in Oakland to review the city budget and express their views. The app, which was awarded $1000, is designed to be accessible from a mobile phones and web browsers.

Hack The Budget also took the prize for the best civic engagement tool.