This collaboration between SmartBridge and IBM has paved the way for fostering innovation and enhancing technical skills among both students and faculty members through engaging programs such as the ‘Hack Challenge’ and ‘Faculty Development Programs.’

This has impacted over more than 40,000 students and 6,000 faculty members, equipping them with cutting-edge technologies essential for their personal and professional growth, say sources from SmartBridge.

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Additionally, teams worked on gaining a comprehensive understanding of GDP, tourism, and growth opportunities on a country-wide scale for the benefit of its citizens, say sources from SmartBridge.

Faculty Development

On the other hand, the Faculty Development Program, whether virtual or physical, garnered
significant enthusiasm among educators hailing from various institutes across 25 states in
India with top performing states (Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh), say sources from SmartBridge.

These educators were eager to acquire in-demand technologies and enhance their skills, with a view to both advancing in their respective fields and contributing to student growth and research methodologies, say sources from SmartBridge.

We have found them to be strong in execution and timely in completion of all our projects. They also have a vast network consisting of several students, faculties of many colleges in India that have given them the edge for a good outreach, he said.

Project-based learning

Mr. Amarender Katkam, CEO and Founder of SmartBridge, credited the success of this enduring partnership to the concept of project-based learning.

CEO and Founder of SmartBridge said their programs have introduced students and faculty members to various technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, Applied Data Science, Data Analytics, and Cloud App Development with Red Openshift.

We look forward to the continued expansion of this partnership with IBM India, with a focus on building job-ready talent armed with emerging skills that are vital in the dynamic world of technology, he said.

SmartBridge and IBM partnership

The partnership offers students and faculty members:

Skill Development: Participants are provided with the opportunity to develop and enhance
their coding and programming skills while learning to tackle complex problems and develop creative solutions through teamwork.

Networking: This initiative attracts individuals with shared interests, creating valuable networking opportunities for those passionate about technology.

Learning Opportunities: Participants gain exposure to various domains, from healthcare to finance to education, allowing them to work on emerging technologies and design solutions
that can resolve real-world issues.

Innovation: Participants have the unique opportunity to brainstorm and implement novel
solutions to real-world challenges, fostering a culture of innovation.

SmartBridge is a part of Veranda Learning Solutions. It also offers a slew of professional skilling and upskilling programs in trending technologies.

Veranda Learning Solutions aims at offering a robust learning platform riding on a network of strong mentors, educationists, and tech experts.

Velsathon is a 24 hour hackathon content being conducted by Vels Innovation Council of Vels Institute of Science, Technology And Advanced Studies (VISTAS).

They can work out the solutions in a most innovative or creative manner and then win prizes. Prizes worth Rs 25000 would be given away to those who prove their mettle in the competition, say sources from Vels Innovation Council.

They can visit the social media accounts on Facebook or Instagram and then scan the QR code present on the image related to Velsathon and that will open a form. The form can be filled and submitted, say sources from Vels Innovation Council.

Facebook handle of the institution is ‘https://www.facebook.com/VelsUniversity.Official/’ The image of Velsathon can be found under Photos menu on that page.

Instagram can be reached at ‘https://www.instagram.com/p/DHF_seNTK8J/’

Official website

Those willing to take part in the contest can also visit the official website of VISTAS at ‘https://vistas.ac.in/‘

The website address mentioned above can be typed in the browser and submitted to allow it to download. Once the webpage is ready, candidates can scroll down the webpage to find Velsathon image with the scanner under vistaspallavaram_official menu.

Once the image is found, candidates can scan the QR code there to obtain the form and fill it to take part in the contest.

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