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Empowering Female IT Students through GirlCode Hackathon 2023: AI4Women

August 2, 2023

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The GirlCode Hackathon 2023 is a unique opportunity for female IT students to showcase their technical prowess and innovative skills. This annual event serves as a platform for women in technology to collaborate and network in a supportive learning environment. With this year’s theme, ‘AI4Women,’ participants will leverage artificial intelligence to address real-world problems.

A Supportive Learning Environment

Unlike traditional tech events, the GirlCode Hackathon 2023 focuses on fostering a collaborative environment for participants to work together on various software projects. From websites and games to mobile apps, the hackathon offers diverse opportunities for participants to hone their expertise and create impactful solutions.

Empowering Women in Tech

GirlCode is committed to empowering 10 million women and girls with tech skills by 2030. The organization fosters knowledge sharing, networking, and professional advancement in a competitive yet collaborative atmosphere. With this hackathon, GirlCode highlights female technical talent and provides a platform for talented individuals to learn, grow, and excel.

Two Days of Innovation

The GirlCode Hackathon 2023 will take place on the 5th and 6th of August at the Watershed on Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town. The event is open to individuals of varying expertise levels, and attendance costs as little as R50 per person.

Prizes and Job Prospects

While participants will collaborate in a supportive learning environment, they also have the chance to take home exciting prizes. Previous winners of the hackathon have received trips, cash rewards, gadgets, vouchers, and even secured full-time positions abroad.

A Bright Future for Female Tech Leaders

The GirlCode Hackathon 2023 is a reminder of the extraordinary potential that lies within the female tech community. By providing a platform for talented women to learn, grow, and excel, GirlCode is playing a crucial role in shaping the future of the technology industry, one hackathon at a time.

Book Your Spot

To book your spot at the GirlCode Hackathon, visit their website. Additionally, Cape Town Etc is offering discounted rates on professional courses – a perfect opportunity to upscale your skills. Explore the deals here.

Wildfire on Table Mountain: Cape Town’s Annual Battle Against the Flames

Each dry summer, wildfires sweep across Cape Town’s Table Mountain, driven by hot winds, invasive plants, and sometimes human carelessness. These fires roar quickly through thick fynbos, threatening rare plants and homes alike, while firefighters battle bravely from land and sky to control the flames. The community comes together, sending supplies and support, showing how deeply Cape Towners care for their mountain. Though fire is part of nature’s cycle, climate change and frequent blazes put this delicate balance at risk, making every effort to protect Table Mountain more important than ever.

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The Spier Light Art Exhibition in Stellenbosch is a magical outdoor event that turns a quiet vineyard into a glowing playground of light and creativity. Artists from near and far use colorful lights to tell stories about history, community, and technology, inviting visitors to explore and interact with the shining artworks. As night falls, the farm transforms into a living canvas where light dances, sparks imagination, and connects people through shared wonder. This event is more than art—it’s a joyful celebration of light’s power to inspire and unite.

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