Exciting times lie ahead for the ICP community in February, as a flurry of events fills the calendar. At the heart of this activity is the ongoing Inter-University Hackathon, set to culminate on March 15, 2024.
Since its launch in January, this hackathon has drawn in over 700 bright students from various academic institutions across East Africa.
At present, the hackathon boasts participation from developers representing 12 esteemed universities. Engaged in a spirited competition, these participants are deeply involved in showcasing their skills.
They are presenting a wide spectrum of innovative projects developed on the Internet Computer (ICP) platform.
With an unwavering commitment to creativity, they are harnessing the transformative power of ICP to conceive groundbreaking solutions, thereby expanding the boundaries of decentralized computing.
Currently, the hackathon features participation from developers representing 12 prestigious universities,Who are deeply immersed in a competitive arena. Demonstrating their prowess, participants are showcasing a diverse array of innovative projects developed on the Internet Computer (ICP) platform.
With a relentless pursuit of creativity, they are leveraging the transformative potential of ICP to conceive groundbreaking solutions,thereby pushing the frontiers of decentralised computing.
We are thrilled to announce an action-packed February for the ICP community. The spotlight of the month is on the ongoing Inter-University Hackathon, which is set to end on March 15, 2024. The hackathon, which kicked off in January, has brought together over 700 talented students from different learning institutions across the East African region.
So far, developers from 12 top universities are currently engaged in a fierce battle as they showcase a wide variety of innovative projects built on the Internet Computer (ICP) platform. The participants have brought their A-game, as they challenge their creative minds and harness the transformative power of ICP to create groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of decentralized computing.
Speaking during the hackathon event, Kushite ICP CEO, Yvonne Kagondu said, “The ongoing competition is not just about engaging developers in a battle of wits; it’s about tackling real-world issues with creativity and technical skill. The enlisted projects currently in development span various domains, showcasing the versatility and potential applications of decentralised computing, with respect to solving existing socio-economic challenges.”
The Hub encourages tech enthusiasts, industry professionals, and the wider public to follow the progress of the ongoing hackathon, leading up to the eagerly anticipated project presentation on March 15th. The event promises to unveil a diverse array of innovative solutions, each addressing real-world challenges in unique and impactful ways.
Beyond the hackathon, Kushite has curated a month-long series of workshops, webinars, and networking events throughout February, emphasizing the company’s dedication to fostering innovation, collaboration, and community engagement.