Code for Hamburg

Code for Hamburg e.V. is an engaged digital city lab that has been sharing enthusiasm for open knowledge, open data, and innovations based on open source code since 2014. As part of the Code for Germany network, the association promotes the development and implementation of projects based on transparency and collaboration. The mission of Code for Hamburg is to support an open society by promoting Open Data and Open Source principles and developing innovative solutions for urban challenges.

Code for Hamburg offers a variety of services and initiatives aimed at promoting the use of open data and technologies. These include:

• Project Exchange: A platform that brings together programmers, designers, and idea generators to work together on open projects.
• Workshops and Events: Regular events, including Open Data workshops at universities and creative activities like CodeWeek, to raise awareness of open technologies.
• Voluntary Support: Providing introductions to tools, programming and design assistance, as well as offering workspaces and meeting rooms for project teams.

The main mission of Code for Hamburg is to support an open society by promoting Open Data and Open Source principles. The association advocates for more transparency and collaboration and believes in the freedom to make software source code publicly accessible. These values are reflected in the promotion of investment and legal security that can be achieved through open technologies.

Code for Hamburg is committed to sustainable digital solutions that positively impact both the city and the region. The association organizes the annual "FORUM Offene Stadt" to discuss the role of open digital solutions in shaping urban spaces. Current projects include:

• Drinking Water App: An application that provides information about the origin and quality of drinking water.
• Climate Watch: A project that informs about the status of climate protection in Hamburg.