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The INNOVATE IoT – Code and Connect workshop, organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (ICSB), spanned four days (7 Oct., to 10 Oct., 2024) of intense learning, collaboration, and innovation. The workshop aimed to provide participants with hands-on experience and practical knowledge in the rapidly evolving field of the Internet of Things (IoT). The event concluded with a valedictory session that highlighted the exceptional accomplishments of the participants.

The workshop began with an inaugural ceremony, attended by Principal Dr. Ramis M K, Dr. Shamna N V (Head of the Department), and esteemed resource persons, Mr. Muhammed Shayiz K P, Mr. Muhammed Shameel, and Mr. Muhammed Nadir T B. In their speeches, the dignitaries emphasized the growing importance of IoT in modern technology and how workshops like these equip students with the skills necessary to thrive in a competitive landscape.

Throughout the four-day event, participants gained exposure to the fundamental building blocks of IoT systems, including sensors, microcontrollers, and communication protocols, laying a strong foundation for the advanced concepts that followed. The workshop covered full-stack development, showcasing both front-end and back-end technologies. Additionally, the resource persons provided valuable insights into securing funding for IoT projects, equipping students with entrepreneurial skills to take their innovations forward. A major highlight of the workshop was the hands-on sessions where participants successfully built and controlled IoT devices using the NodeMCU platform. One practical demonstration included the control of an LED via a web server.

On the final day, the participants had the opportunity to apply their learning in a hackathon that allowed them to present IoT-based projects. Each team showcased their project’s technology, problem-solving approach, and potential applications. The projects reflected the diverse application of IoT, ranging from home automation to environmental monitoring. Following the presentations, participants demonstrated their working prototypes, applying the theoretical knowledge they had gained over the course of the workshop.

The valedictory session was graced by Principal Dr. Ramis M K, Dean Dr. Sayyad Ameen Ahammad, and AGM Mr.Sharafudeen P K, who reviewed the students’ projects, providing feedback and words of encouragement. They lauded the participants for their innovative approaches and praised the organizers for delivering an impactful workshop.

A special note of appreciation is extended to Dr. Shamna N V for her consistent support and guidance throughout the event. Prof. Afeefa Nazneen N.Z, Ms. Meghashree, and Mrs. Seetha Das V also played instrumental roles in mentoring the students during the sessions. Their leadership, coupled with the expertise of resource persons Mr. Muhammed Shayiz K P, Mr. Muhammed Shameel, Mr. Muhammed Nadir T B, and Mr. Muhammed Misbah, contributed to the overall success of the workshop. The workshop would not have been possible without the dedicated efforts of the student coordinators, who ensured the smooth functioning of each day’s activities.

The INNOVATE IoT – Code and Connect workshop not only imparted critical IoT skills to the participants but also encouraged innovation and creativity. The students left with a deeper understanding of IoT, entrepreneurial knowledge, and the confidence to take their ideas from concept to reality. This event has undoubtedly inspired a new wave of young IoT enthusiasts, equipped with the tools to shape the future of technology.