IIT Bombay-FOSSEE-GIS/OSHW, IITTNiF & ICFOSS presents

Introducing the Hackathon: Unlocking Innovation for a Better World

Welcome to the Open Source Hardware IoT GIS Hackathon!

Welcome to the National Level Open Hardware-IoT Geospatial Hackathon, a stage where innovation knows no boundaries. This premier event brings together visionaries, tech enthusiasts, and problem solvers from across the nation to harness the power of open hardware, the Internet of Things (IoT), and geospatial technology. Get ready to explore uncharted possibilities, collaborate on real-world challenges, and make a significant impact on our world.

Significance:

• Solve Real-World Problems: Tackle critical issues such as environmental sustainability, disaster management, precision agriculture, and more. Your solutions can change lives and protect our planet.
• Foster Innovation: Innovation thrives when knowledge is shared openly. By promoting open source hardware and IoT, we empower you to push the boundaries of creativity and discovery.
• Create Collaborative Communities: Through this hackathon, we build communities of like-minded individuals passionate about making a difference. Together, we can achieve more than any one of us can alone.
• Empower Future Leaders: Whether you're a student, a professional, or an enthusiast, this hackathon is a launchpad for your ideas. It's a chance to develop your skills, showcase your talents, and make your mark on the world.

Join us on this extraordinary journey, where innovation knows no bounds. Together, let's turn ideas into actions and make a lasting impact on society and the environment. The Open Source Hardware IoT GIS Hackathon is your stage to shine, and the world is waiting to witness your brilliance.

Purpose:

This hackathon is more than just a competition; it's a platform for innovators, creators, and visionaries to come together and pioneer solutions for a brighter future. Our purpose is to harness the power of open source hardware, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to address some of the world's most pressing challenges.

The FOSSEE project, IIT Bombay promotes the use of Free/Libre Open Source Software in academia and industry. The FOSSEE project is funded through the National Mission on Education through ICT (NMEICT), Ministry of Education, Government of India. The FOSSEE-GIS team manages the overall coordination of the IIT Bombay FOSSEE GIS Internship in Geospatial Dashboard Design and Implementation.

National Level Open Hardware-IoT Geospatial Hackathon Schedule

Week 1: Kickoff and Orientation [March 01 to 07, 2024]

• Working Day 1: Registration and Welcome Ceremony
• Working Day 2: Opening Keynote and Theme Announcement
• Working Day 3: Workshop 1 - Introduction to Open Hardware and IoT
• Working Day 4: Workshop 2 - Geospatial Technology Fundamentals
• Working Day 5: Team Formation and Ideation Session
• Working Day 6-7: Self-Study and Project Brainstorming

Week 2: Deep Dive into IoT and GIS [March 08 to 14, 2024]

• Working Day 8: Workshop 3 - IoT Sensors and Data Collection
• Working Day 9: Workshop 4 - Advanced GIS Applications
• Working Day 10: Hacking Session Begins
• Working Day 11-14: Guided Hacking, Team Check-Ins, and Progress Reports

Week 3: Prototyping and Development [March 15 to 21, 2024]

• Working Day 15: Workshop 5 - Data Visualization with GIS
• Working Day 16: Workshop 6 - Open Source Hardware Prototyping
• Working Day 17-21: Dedicated Hacking and Prototype Development

Week 4: Final Touches and Presentations [March 22 to April 05, 2024]

• Working Day 22: Workshop 7 - IoT Data Analysis
• Working Day 23-25: Final Project Development and Testing
• Working Day 26: Project Submissions
• Working Day 27-28: Team Rehearsals and Presentation Prep

Week 5: Grand Finale and Awards

• Working Day 29: Presentations by Hackathon Teams
• April 12, 2023 (tentative): Judging and Results Declaration
• Date to be announced: Awards Ceremony and Celebration

Registration:

Please click on the following button to register yourself for the Hackathon:

Partners and Organizers:

Technical Partner: The Rural Data Research and Analysis (RuDRA) Lab, IIT Bombay is India's first HPC-powered data center dedicated to rural development.

Organizing Partner: The IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation is the Technology Innovation Hub specializing in Positioning and Precision Technologies, funded through the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical System (NM-ICPS), Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.

Core Team & Contact Us

• Prof. Kannan Moudgalya
  P.I., FOSSEE
  Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
• Prof. Pennan Chinnasamy
  Co.P.I., FOSSEE & PiC, The Rural Data Research & Analysis (RuDRA) Lab, IIT Bombay
  Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
• Prof. Roshan Srivastav
  Project Director, IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (NM-ICPS, DST)
  Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati
• Mr. Rajesh Kushalkar
  Senior Manager, FOSSEE-Open Hardware
  Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
• Mr. Mohamed Kasim Khan
  National Coordinator, FOSSEE-GIS
  National Mission on Education through ICT, Ministry of Education, Government of India
  Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Please write to us in case of any queries regarding the Hackathon at:

Email: contact-oshw@fossee.in