Meet MLH's Top Hackers of 2026!
Major League Hacking (MLH) is built to empower hackers, helping early career technologists get the skills they need to be successful in their future, all while having fun, learning, and growing. Our community is defined by the extraordinary people who lift each other up and push technology forward. The MLH Top 50 is our annual celebration of the standout individuals whose stories, leadership, and passion inspire us all. Read more →
Gabriel Teixeira, 22
Growing up in a remote Brazilian town where the arrival of a single computer was a community event, Gabriel Teixeira once felt technology was completely out of reach. Today, he has immersed himself in every layer of the hacker community. From participating in high-stakes hackathons to expanding access for others as an organizer for events including HackUSF and Hackabull, Gabriel's journey is a testament to the true transformative power of community and opportunity: “Technology gave me leverage. Hackathons gave me direction. The hacker community gave me people.”
Who are these hackers?
These hackers are people who have stood out from the crowd and done something exceptional within the hacker community. Whether they were creating an event to bring tech education to their area, working to make the tech world more inclusive, or programming a project with a positive impact on society, they have all inspired us. Like you, they are students or recent graduates who are using their knowledge to make the world a better place.