IEEE TechX DeKUT 2025 DataPort Hackathon Info Session

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INFO SESSION

Welcome to the DataPort Hackathon happening during the TechX 2025 Event at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology!
This Hackathon is your chance to innovate, collaborate, and build real-world AIoT solutions that address local and continental challenges under the theme: “Unlocking the Power of AIoT in Africa’s Smart Revolution”

Form a team (max. 5 members)
Select your Track/focus area (Agriculture, Healthcare, Education, Renewable Energy, Smart Cities)
Showcase your creativity and technical skills
Win exciting prizes and gain global recognition!

You're equally invited for an Info Session scheduled for 9th June 2025 at 8pm on Google Meet.

 The Meeting Link will be shared in the WhatsApp Group
Let’s shape the future of Kenya and Africa through AIoT innovation! 


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  • Start time: 09 Jun 2025 05:00 PM UTC
  • End time: 09 Jun 2025 09:00 PM UTC
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  • Co-sponsored by IEEE COMPUTER SOCIETY KENYA SECTION
  • Starts 05 June 2025 08:58 PM UTC
  • Ends 09 June 2025 09:02 PM UTC
  • No Admission Charge




Agenda

1. Welcome & Opening Remarks 

  • Welcome attendees

  • Quick introduction to IEEE & IEEE Dataport

  • Why data-driven innovation matters

2. What is the IEEE Dataport Hackathon? 

  • Purpose & goals of the hackathon

  • Key dates & timeline

  • Who can participate (eligibility)

  • Hackathon structure (onsite/virtual/hybrid)

3. IEEE Dataport Overview 

  • What is IEEE Dataport?

  • Types of datasets available

  • How to access and use datasets (demo or screenshots)

  • Sample successful projects / use cases

4. Hackathon Themes & Challenges 

  • Thematic tracks (e.g. Health, AI, Smart Cities, Climate, Mobility)

  • Example problem statements / datasets to explore

5. How to Participate & Next Steps 

  • How to register

  • Team formation

  • Tools & platforms to be used

  • Support channels (mentors, workshops, Q&A sessions)

  • Judging criteria & prizes

6. Q&A / Open Discussion 

  • Answer participant questions

  • Encourage networking & community engagement

7. Closing & Call to Action 

  • Final reminders

  • Share registration link & resources

  • Encourage participants to start thinking about project ideas


IEEE DataPort Hackathon