ITSA’s hackathon, the first edition of ITSA’s Design and Code Marathon, held at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), was an incredible success. From June 7th to 28th, 2024, the event buzzed with energy and creativity as participants showcased their UI/UX design and coding skills.
Event Highlights
The event timeline included a registration deadline and project brief day on June 7, 2024, a project submission deadline on June 26, 2024, and concluded with an award ceremony on June 28, 2024.
Participants: The marathon featured 9 dynamic teams, each comprising developers and designers. Based on the brief, they aimed to develop a functional software application or tool, to incorporate into Device Health Management Service(DHMS).
Teams and Participants:
- MetricMavens:
- Chikendu Hillary
- Samson Chimaraoke
- MOD:
- David Nwankwola
- Otis Odili
- Modestus Osinachi
- Spark Squad:
- Ubadineke Prince
- George Onari
- Okonkwo Caleb
- Bit Alchemists:
- Chinekezie Ikechukwu
- Okereke Clement
- Dominion Nwakama
- Team Apex:
- Anyanwu Ozioma
- Johnpaul Anyanwu
- Okoye Chibuike Christian
- Catalyst Devs:
- Francis Eze
- Nwafor Blessing
- Franklin Ikemezie
- Code Crusaders:
- Ibeakama Daberechukwu
- Osini Godsgift
- Tech Titans:
- Paul Chinedu Michael
- John Ahiakwo
- PixelByte:
- David Mmadubuike
- Ihekwoaba Success
Celebrating the Winners
After rigorous coding sprints and creative design challenges, the winners emerged as follows:
- 1st Place: Spark Squad
- 2nd Place: PixelByte
- 3rd Place: MetricMavens
The founder and CEO of IT Service Desk Africa, Mr. Ikechukwu Onwumere, presented the awards. The event included networking opportunities, intense coding sessions, and engaging UI/UX design challenges. Participants had a blast, and the camaraderie among teams was palpable. This event not only highlighted the immense talent at FUTO but also set the stage for many more marathons and hackathons to come.
Looking Forward
This first edition of ITSA’s Design and Code Marathon has set a high bar for future events. We’re excited to continue fostering innovation and creativity among students, preparing them for a bright future in tech.
Subscribe to DHMS
Are you a school owner or responsible for a large number of students? Ensure the safety and security of all your school’s devices with Student DHMS from IT Service Desk Africa. Our comprehensive service protects against cybersecurity threats and ensures smooth, uninterrupted learning by managing device maintenance and security. Invest in Student DHMS to safeguard your institution’s technology infrastructure and provide a safe digital environment for your students.
At IT Service Desk Africa, we’re proud to offer Africa’s first subscription-based device health management service, designed to keep all your devices running smoothly and securely. Our expert IT solutions cater to corporate organisations, providing comprehensive support, from device management and process automation to managed IT services, ensuring seamless operations.
For families, our Device Health Management Service (DHMS) offers essential features like device security, data protection, and educational resources. With our flexible plans, you can manage and protect your family’s devices effortlessly, while controlling expenses and ensuring a safe online experience for your kids. Learn more at IT Service Desk Africa and Family DHMS.
Click here to subscribe.
