uibeginner⏱ 10 min setup
Zod
TypeScript-first schema validation. Works great with React Hook Form.
Plain language
What is it?
A validation library that checks if data (from forms, APIs, or users) is the right shape and type before you use it.
Why use it at a hackathon?
To catch bad data before it causes problems. Especially important in health, legal, or crisis apps where incorrect data can have real consequences.
Common use
Validating health intake forms, checking API responses, ensuring civic data submissions are complete, validating grant application fields.
Tags
validationtypescriptschemasparsing
At a glance
Setup time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: beginner
Skill: Beginner. Define what your data should look like, and Zod checks it. Very readable syntax. Pairs naturally with React Hook Form.
Impact context
Challenge domains
Health & WellbeingCivic TechJustice & RightsEconomic EquityCrisis & Disaster Response
SDGs
Good HealthPeace & JusticeReduced Inequalities
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Building with Zod?
Add it to your hackathon session workspace.