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Date Published
Author
Amman Waseem
Word count
705
Language
English
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None

Summary

AI Venture Factory, powered by HaiVE, successfully hosted India’s first AI No-Code Hackathon at St Joseph's College of Engineering in Chennai, emphasizing innovation and accessibility with over 500 participants nationwide. The event, sponsored by FlutterFlow, BuildShip, and HaiVE, aimed to democratize AI development through no-code tools and attracted a diverse group of contestants, including a 14-year-old student who won second prize. Notably, the first prize went to SentientMatters.com, a zero-employee AI-powered news media startup that rapidly rebuilt its iOS app using FlutterFlow. Participants were granted access to premium tools like FlutterFlow and BuildShip, and HaiVE's AI servers, allowing them to develop and present their projects effectively. The hackathon also influenced Anna University's curriculum, proposing BuildShip as an elective, and plans for future events aim to further integrate no-code development into educational programs across Tamil Nadu. The success of this event underscores the potential of no-code platforms to democratize technology development and support the next generation of AI innovators in India.