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Tech Conference 2014 idea sharing

2014-11-21T01:50:08Z

Swtbentley: Idea sharing streams

Below are the "Idea Sharing" presentations from the October 2014 LDSTech Conference.

These ideas are not endorsed by the Church. They are ideas and suggestions presented by attendees of the LDSTech Conference for consideration by various Church departments.

=='''Class Sessions'''==
Session Streams from LDSTech Conference classes are at the [https://tech.lds.org/wiki/LDSTech_Conference_2014_session_streams2 Session Stream] page.

=='''Idea Sharing'''==

===Kevin Wade===
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===Nick Pasto===
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===Nathan Lowe===
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===Karl Klinger and Ty Harmon===
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===Rich Hogan===
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===Kirk Spencer===
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===Vikram Ravi===
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===Ken Martin===
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===David Ulbricht===
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===Brandon Patch===
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===May Bo Hubbard===
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===Bryson Hill===
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===Integrity; Better Service through Technology===
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LDSTech2014 contest

2014-07-29T04:15:46Z

Swtbentley: added links to forum and FAQ

[[image:Contest1boycard.jpg|200px|left|link=https://tech.lds.org/blog/609]]LDSTech announces the '''2014 Gospel App & Game Development Contest''', held as part of the 2014 LDSTech Conference.

The Contest begins immediately. Everyone is invited to develop a gospel-centered iOS, Android, or Windows game or app that will help flood the marketplace with quality entertainment alternatives for our families.

Harness your creative and programming skills to create something worthy. Pass this along to your family, friends, and neighbors to get them involved. Visit '''[https://tech.lds.org/blog/609 Gospel App & Game Development Contest]''' for rules, starter ideas, and more information.

Final submissions are due October 10, 2014 – a week before final judging at the LDSTech Conference. Get started now!

In addition to the '''[https://tech.lds.org/blog/609 Gospel App & Game Development Contest]''' page, other resources include the '''[https://tech.lds.org/wiki/ContestFAQ Contest FAQ]''' page and the LDSTech '''[https://tech.lds.org/forum/viewforum.php?f=153 Contest Forum]''' page.

LDSTech2014 contest

2014-06-14T18:05:04Z

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2014-06-14T18:02:53Z

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LDSTech2014 contest

2014-06-13T16:32:29Z

Swtbentley: added link to graphic

[[image:Contestcard1boy.jpg|200px|left|link=https://tech.lds.org/blog/609]]LDSTech announces the '''2014 Gospel App & Game Development Contest''', held as part of the 2014 LDSTech Conference.

The Contest begins immediately. Everyone is invited to develop a gospel-centered iOS, Android, or Windows game or app that will help flood the marketplace with quality entertainment alternatives for our families.

Harness your creative and programming skills to create something worthy. Pass this along to your family, friends, and neighbors to get them involved. Visit '''[https://tech.lds.org/blog/609 Gospel App & Game Development Contest]''' for rules, starter ideas, and more information.

Final submissions are due October 10, 2014 – a week before final judging at the LDSTech Conference. Get started now!

LDSTech2014 contest

2014-06-13T16:30:08Z

Swtbentley: "redirect" sending to the non-wiki Joomla file

[[image:Contestcard1boy.jpg|200px|left]]LDSTech announces the '''2014 Gospel App & Game Development Contest''', held as part of the 2014 LDSTech Conference.

The Contest begins immediately. Everyone is invited to develop a gospel-centered iOS, Android, or Windows game or app that will help flood the marketplace with quality entertainment alternatives for our families.

Harness your creative and programming skills to create something worthy. Pass this along to your family, friends, and neighbors to get them involved. Visit '''[https://tech.lds.org/blog/609 Gospel App & Game Development Contest]''' for rules, starter ideas, and more information.

Final submissions are due October 10, 2014 – a week before final judging at the LDSTech Conference. Get started now!

LDSTech2014 contest

2014-06-13T16:19:49Z

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LDSTech2014 contest

2014-06-13T16:18:54Z

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#REDIRECT [https://tech.lds.org/blog/608-elder-steve-bentley]

[[image:Contestcard.jpg|220px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel App & Game Development Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From mazes to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
[[image:Contest1boy.jpg|270px|left]]Apps and Games may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:

** '''Primary'''
** '''Youth'''
** '''Family'''

Awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for each category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators. And of course, there's the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment!

==[[apps ideas|Starter ideas]]==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games. See the '''[[apps ideas|idea and wish list page]]''' for specific starter ideas (or to add ideas for apps you'd like to see).
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''. [[image:Contest1girl.jpg|300px|right]]
* What kinds of games and apps could help you, your children, your grandchildren, or others:
** have gospel-oriented fun?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** enjoy graphic-violence-free leisure and play time?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

==Process==

* '''''Contest Updates.'' Please visit this page periodically for updates to Rules and Processes.'''
* '''''[https://tech.lds.org/projects?view=contest Register]''''' now to participate in the Contest. ''This early registration process will help us communicate important information to you, and assist in our resource planning. After September 1, there is no need to register; simply "submit" (below).''
* '''''[https://tech.lds.org/projects?view=contest Submit]''''' your app between September 1 and October 10, 2014. ''Note, if you have not Registered by September 1, the Submission process captures the same needed information.''
* '''''Copies''''' of your app must be sufficiently available for judging and for demoing at the LDSTech Conference.
* '''''Availability'''''. The App must '''not''' be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
* '''''Attendance'''''. You are not required to attend the [[LDSTech Conference 2014|LDSTech Conference]], but it would be great to do. You'll need to [[LDSTech Conference 2014 registration|register to attend]]. Rooms will be available if you'd like to demonstrate your creation.

==Rules==

* No Church membership data is allowed.
* Appropriate Copyright and Licensing for Third Party Intellectual Property, including Church-owned or licensed property, is required.
* Do not use music which has been licensed to the Church.
* No malware or other inappropriate content is allowed.
* You must adhere to the [https://www.lds.org/legal/terms?lang=eng Rights and Use Information (Updated 2/21/2012)].
* You must adhere to the [https://www.lds.org/legal/privacy?lang=eng Privacy Policy (Updated 3/18/2014)]
* The creator of the application retains ownership and will not be asked to transfer ownership to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. '''An approved disclaimer will soon be made available on this page.'''
* You are not allowed to use the Church’s name or LDSTech to endorse your application.

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions to [mailto:gameappcontest@ldschurch.org gameappcontest@ldschurch.org].

LDSTech2014 contest

2014-06-11T18:00:47Z

Swtbentley: Replaced "come back soon" page with the Real Page

[[image:Contestcard.jpg|220px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Development Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From mazes to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
[[image:Contest1boy.jpg|270px|left]]Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:

** '''Primary'''
** '''Youth'''
** '''Family'''

Awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for each category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators. And of course, there's the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment!

==[[apps ideas|Starter ideas]]==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games. See the '''[[apps ideas|idea and wish list page]]''' for specific starter ideas (or to add ideas for apps you'd like to see).
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''. [[image:Contest1girl.jpg|300px|right]]
* What kinds of games and apps could help you, your children, your grandchildren, or others:
** have gospel-oriented fun?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** enjoy graphic-violence-free leisure and play time?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

==Process==

* '''''Contest Updates.'' Please visit this page periodically for updates to Rules and Processes.'''
* '''''[https://tech.lds.org/projects?view=contest Register]''''' now to participate in the Contest. ''This early registration process will help us communicate important information to you, and assist in our resource planning. After September 1, there is no need to register; simply "submit" (below).''
* '''''[https://tech.lds.org/projects?view=contest Submit]''''' your app between September 1 and October 10, 2014. ''Note, if you have not Registered by September 1, the Submission process captures the same needed information.''
* '''''Copies''''' of your app must be sufficiently available for judging and for demoing at the LDSTech Conference.
* '''''Availability'''''. The App must '''not''' be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
* '''''Attendance'''''. You are not required to attend the [[LDSTech Conference 2014|LDSTech Conference]], but it would be great to do. You'll need to [[LDSTech Conference 2014 registration|register to attend]]. Rooms will be available if you'd like to demonstrate your creation.

==Rules==

* No Church membership data is allowed.
* Appropriate Copyright and Licensing for Third Party Intellectual Property, including Church-owned or licensed property, is required.
* Do not use music which has been licensed to the Church.
* No malware or other inappropriate content is allowed.
* You must adhere to the [https://www.lds.org/legal/terms?lang=eng Rights and Use Information (Updated 2/21/2012)].
* You must adhere to the [https://www.lds.org/legal/privacy?lang=eng Privacy Policy (Updated 3/18/2014)]
* The creator of the application retains ownership and will not be asked to transfer ownership to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. '''An approved disclaimer will soon be made available on this page.'''
* You are not allowed to use the Church’s name or LDSTech to endorse your application.

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions to [mailto:gameappcontest@ldschurch.org gameappcontest@ldschurch.org].

LDSTech2014 contest

2014-05-13T20:06:04Z

Swtbentley: taking page down pending some approvals

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-05-08T16:09:34Z

Swtbentley: Redirected page to LDSTech2014 contest

#REDIRECT [[LDSTech2014 contest]]

LDSTech2014 contest

2014-05-08T16:01:27Z

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[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Development Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
[[image:game_quiet_time.png|230px|left]]Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for each category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators. And of course, there's the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment!

==[[apps ideas|Starter ideas]]==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games. See the '''[[apps ideas|idea and wish list page]]''' for specific starter ideas (or to add ideas for apps you'd like to see).
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''. [[image:early_learning.png|300px|right]]
* What kinds of games and apps could help you, your children, your grandchildren, or others:
** have gospel-oriented fun?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** enjoy graphic-violence-free leisure and play time?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* You are not required to attend the [[LDSTech Conference 2014|LDSTech Conference]], but it would be great to do. You'll need to [[LDSTech Conference 2014 registration|register to attend]]. Rooms will be available if you'd like to demonstrate your creation.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameappcontest@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-28T17:08:01Z

Swtbentley:

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
[[image:game_quiet_time.png|230px|left]]Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for each category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators. And of course, there's the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment!

==[[apps ideas|Starter ideas]]==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games. See the '''[[apps ideas|idea and wish list page]]''' for specific starter ideas (or to add ideas for apps you'd like to see).
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''. [[image:early_learning.png|300px|right]]
* What kinds of games and apps could help you, your children, your grandchildren, or others:
** have gospel-oriented fun?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** enjoy graphic-violence-free leisure and play time?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* You are not required to attend the [[LDSTech Conference 2014|LDSTech Conference]], but it would be great to do. You'll need to [[LDSTech Conference 2014 registration|register to attend]]. Rooms will be available if you'd like to demonstrate your creation.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameappcontest@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-28T14:30:29Z

Swtbentley:

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==[[apps ideas|Starter ideas]]==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games. See the '''[[apps ideas|idea and wish list page]]''' for specific starter ideas (or to add ideas for apps you'd like to see. In general,
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''.
* What kinds of apps could help you, your children, or your grandchildren or others:
** better learn the gospel?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-28T14:29:17Z

Swtbentley: /* Starter ideas */

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==[[apps ideas|Starter ideas]]==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games. See the '''[[apps ideas|idea and wish list page]]''' for specific starter ideas (or to add ideas for apps you'd like to see. In general,
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''.
* What kinds of apps could help you, your children, or your grandchildren or others:
** better learn the gospel?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-28T14:26:14Z

Swtbentley:

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==Starter ideas==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games. See the '''[[apps ideas|idea and wish list page]]''' for specific starter ideas (or to add ideas for apps you'd like to see. In general,
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''.
* What kinds of apps could help you, your children, or your grandchildren or others:
** better learn the gospel?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-28T13:30:47Z

Swtbentley:

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==Starter ideas==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games. See the '''[[apps ideas|idea and wish list page]]''' for specific starter ideas (or to add ideas for apps you'd like to see. In general,
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''.
* What kinds of apps could help you, your children, or your grandchildren or others:
** better learn the gospel?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T18:50:27Z

Swtbentley: /* Starter ideas */

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==Starter ideas==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games.
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''.
* What kinds of apps could help you, your children, or your grandchildren
** better learn the gospel?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

With the above in mind, by way of example and not limitation, here are some starter ideas '''(please add to this list!)'''[[image:you_are_what_you_play_rt_rotate.png|350px|right]]
* primary tunes, coloring, matching, mazes, baptism preparation, stories
* location ("foursquare"), strategy, connecting, nearby sites, mission preparation
* scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement, missionary opportunities, gospel sharing

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T18:49:57Z

Swtbentley: /* Starter ideas */

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==Starter ideas==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games.
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''.
* What kinds of apps could help you, your children, or your grandchildren
** better learn the gospel?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

With the above in mind, by way of example and not limitation, here are some starter ideas '''(please add to this list!)'''[[image:you_are_what_you_play_rt_rotate.png|350px|right]]
*** primary tunes, coloring, matching, mazes, baptism preparation, stories
*** location ("foursquare"), strategy, connecting, nearby sites, mission preparation
*** scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement, missionary opportunities, gospel sharing

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T18:49:17Z

Swtbentley: /* Rules */

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==Starter ideas==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games.
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''.
* What kinds of apps could help you, your children, or your grandchildren
** better learn the gospel?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

With the above in mind, by way of example and not limitation, here are some starter ideas '''(please add to this list!)'''[[image:you_are_what_you_play_rt_rotate.png|350px|right]]
*** primary tunes, coloring, matching, mazes, baptism preparation, stories
*** location ("foursquare"), strategy, connecting, nearby sites, mission preparation
*** scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement, missionary opportunities, gospel sharing

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (contest registration form) between 6/1/2014 and 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] between 6/1/2014 and 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available, or 25 free/evaluation copies must be available from October 10 through October 17, for judging and demonstrating at the LDSTech Conference.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T18:42:01Z

Swtbentley: /* Awards and Prizes */

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==Starter ideas==
Since the gospel is infinite, so are the possibilities for gospel-related applications and games.
* Be creative!
* Find ideas from existing popular apps and improve them -- '''''"create something worthy"'''''.
* What kinds of apps could help you, your children, or your grandchildren
** better learn the gospel?
** strengthen testimonies?
** develop personally?
** serve more effectively?
** connect with gospel and Church themes rather than worldly themes?

With the above in mind, by way of example and not limitation, here are some starter ideas '''(please add to this list!)'''[[image:you_are_what_you_play_rt_rotate.png|350px|right]]
*** primary tunes, coloring, matching, mazes, baptism preparation, stories
*** location ("foursquare"), strategy, connecting, nearby sites, mission preparation
*** scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement, missionary opportunities, gospel sharing

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (registration) by 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] by 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available (judging is on this version), or an authorized evaluation license.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T18:25:51Z

Swtbentley: /* Categories */

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories and awards==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms in the following categories:
* Preschool
* Primary
* Teen
* Family
* Gospel Learning and Life

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference awards, prizes, and recognition will be offered for category, plus additional awards for teen, senior, and first time creators.

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==Awards and Prizes==
Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference prizes, awards, and recognition will be offered for:
* Teen/pre-teen Creator
* Senior Creator (age 65+)
* 1st Time Creator
* Category grand prize
* LDSTech Conference Attendees’ Favorite[[image:you_are_what_you_play_rt_rotate.png|350px|right]]

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (registration) by 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] by 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available (judging is on this version), or an authorized evaluation license.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T02:52:40Z

Swtbentley:

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms. Along with a few starter ideas (but do not limit yourself to these!), the categories are:
* Preschool (tunes, coloring, matching, mazes).
* Primary (tunes, coloring, mazes, baptism prep, ).
* Teen (foursquare, ).
* Family (temple ID, nearby Church history sites, missionary, ).
* Gospel Learning and Life (scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement; most anything gospel or Church related)

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]

==Awards and Prizes==
Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference prizes, awards, and recognition will be offered for:
* Teen/pre-teen Creator
* Senior Creator (age 65+)
* 1st Time Creator
* Category grand prize
* LDSTech Conference Attendees’ Favorite[[image:you_are_what_you_play_rt_rotate.png|350px|right]]

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Application|Contest Application form]] (registration) by 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the [[file:2014_Game_Contest_Submission|Submission Form]] by 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available (judging is on this version), or an authorized evaluation license.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T02:42:51Z

Swtbentley:

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms. Along with a few starter ideas (but do not limit yourself to these!), the categories are:
* Preschool (tunes, coloring, matching, mazes).
* Primary (tunes, coloring, mazes, baptism prep, ).
* Teen (foursquare, ).
* Family (temple ID, nearby Church history sites, missionary, ).
* Gospel Learning and Life (scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement; most anything gospel or Church related)

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]
==Awards and Prizes==
Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference prizes, awards, and recognition will be offered for:
* Teen/pre-teen Creator
* Senior Creator (age 65+)
* 1st Time Creator
* Category grand prize
* LDSTech Conference Attendees’ Favorite
[[image:you_are_what_you_play_rt_rotate.png|350px|right]]

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the Contest Application form (registration) by 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the Submission Form by 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available (judging is on this version), or an authorized evaluation license.
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T02:29:22Z

Swtbentley: /* Rules */

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms. Along with a few starter ideas (but do not limit yourself to these!), the categories are:
* Preschool (tunes, coloring, matching, mazes).
* Primary (tunes, coloring, mazes, baptism prep, ).
* Teen (foursquare, ).
* Family (temple ID, nearby Church history sites, missionary, ).
* Gospel Learning and Life (scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement; most anything gospel or Church related)

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]
==Awards and Prizes==
Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference prizes, awards, and recognition will be offered for:
* Teen/pre-teen Creator
* Senior Creator (age 65+)
* 1st Time Creator
* Category grand prize
* LDSTech Conference Attendees’ Favorite

==Rules==

* Timeline: [[image:you_are_what_you_play.png|300px|right]]
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the Contest Application form (registration) by 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the Submission Form by 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available (judging is on this version).
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliation with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
* '''Note that you remain the owner of anything you create; you are not transferring ownership nor licensing any rights to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.'''

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-27T02:27:18Z

Swtbentley: /* Rules */

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories==
{{ldstechconference2014}}
Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms. Along with a few starter ideas (but do not limit yourself to these!), the categories are:
* Preschool (tunes, coloring, matching, mazes).
* Primary (tunes, coloring, mazes, baptism prep, ).
* Teen (foursquare, ).
* Family (temple ID, nearby Church history sites, missionary, ).
* Gospel Learning and Life (scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement; most anything gospel or Church related)

[[image:game_quiet_time.png|250px|left]]
==Awards and Prizes==
Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference prizes, awards, and recognition will be offered for:
* Teen/pre-teen Creator
* Senior Creator (age 65+)
* 1st Time Creator
* Category grand prize
* LDSTech Conference Attendees’ Favorite

==Rules==

* Timeline: [[image:you_are_what_you_play.png|300px|right]]
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the Contest Application form (registration) by 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the Submission Form by 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available (judging is on this version).
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliate with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-26T22:30:52Z

Swtbentley:

[[image:Contest_announce_page.png|400px|right]]New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014.

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create*Something*Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

==Categories==
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Games and Apps may be developed for Apple, Android, Windows, or online platforms. Along with a few starter ideas (but do not limit yourself to these!), the categories are:
* Preschool (tunes, coloring, matching, mazes).
* Primary (tunes, coloring, mazes, baptism prep, ).
* Teen (foursquare, ).
* Family (temple ID, nearby Church history sites, missionary, ).
* Gospel Learning and Life (scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement; most anything gospel or Church related)

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==Awards and Prizes==
Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment, LDSTech Conference prizes, awards, and recognition will be offered for:
* Teen/pre-teen Creator
* Senior Creator (age 65+)
* 1st Time Creator
* Category grand prize
* LDSTech Conference Attendees’ Favorite

==Rules==

* Timeline:
** The App must not be commercially available prior to May 1, 2014, although it may be a “significant” upgrade to a version available prior to 5/1/2014.
** You must submit the Contest Application form (registration) by 10/1/2014.
** The App must be publicly available on commercial sites (iStore, Google Play, Windows Store) or other online locations by 10/10/2014 (allow sufficient time for "store" approvals).
** You must submit the Submission Form by 10/10/2014.
* The App may not utilize, share, or transmit any Church membership data.
* You must follow copyright and licensing restrictions on all third party intellectual property.
* The App must not contain any inappropriate content, malware, etc.
* A free version must be available (judging is on this version).
* The App must include a disclaimer of any ownership by or affiliate with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

==Contact Information==

Direct all questions, application forms, and submission forms to '''gameapp2014@ldschurch.org'''.

Visit the official facebook and twitter pages.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-26T20:42:17Z

Swtbentley:

New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014!

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create-Something-Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

{{ldstechconference2014}}
==Categories==

Along with a few starter ideas (but do not limit yourself to these!), the categories are:
* Preschool (tunes, coloring, matching, mazes).
* Primary (tunes, coloring, mazes, baptism prep, ).
* Teen (foursquare, ).
* Family (temple ID, nearby Church history sites, missionary, ).
* Gospel Learning and Life (scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement; most anything gospel or Church related)

==Award Categories==

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment,
Teen/pre-teen Creator
Senior Creator (age 65+)
1st Time Creator
Category grand prize
LDSTech Conference Attendees’ Favorite

==Rules==

==Contact Information==
emails.
facebook, twitter, etc.

LDSTech Conference 2014 gospel games & apps contest

2014-04-26T20:24:44Z

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New for 2014, the LDSTech-sponsored '''Gospel Games & Apps Contest''' culminates at the LDSTech Conference 2014!

LDSTech encourages developers of all levels and abilities to join in this contest to '''Create-Something-Worthy'''. From "name that tune" to "where are we?" to "scripture golf", if you have an idea for a gospel or Church related software application, now is the time to make it happen!

{{ldstechconference2014}}
==Categories==

Along with a few starter ideas (but do not limit yourself to these!), the categories are:
Preschool (tunes, coloring, matching, mazes)
Primary (tunes, coloring, mazes, baptism prep,
Teen (foursquare,
Family (temple ID, nearby Church history sites, missionary
Gospel Learning and Life (scripture mastery, scripture golf, self improvement; most anything gospel or Church related)

==Award Categories==

Aside from the personal satisfaction you'll receive from your accomplishment,
Teen/pre-teen Creator
Senior Creator (age 65+)
1st Time Creator
Category grand prize
LDSTech Conference Attendees’ Favorite

==Rules==