Appathon'25 is the 5th edition of the premier annual mobile app development competition organized by the GDG SALEM AND GDGOC SONA  College of Technology. This 12-hour coding challenge is designed to foster innovation, problem-solving, and industry-academia collaboration by engaging developers and buddy engineers in real-world application development.

Event Highlights:

• No Registration Fee
• Registration Process: Upon successful registration, the problem statement for the preliminary round will be shared with the Team Leader.
• Preliminary Round
• Each team must select one problem statement and develop a solution.
• The solution should be hosted on GitHub, accompanied by a 2-minute video introducing the team, explaining the technologies and tools used, and providing a walkthrough of the application.
• Submission Deadline: April 5, 2025.
• 40 teams will be shortlisted from this round.

• Only mobile applications are accepted.

• Final Round – April 17, 2025 (6:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
• Each team will consist of three members.
• 6:00 AM: Problem statements will be released.
• Selection is based on First Come, First Serve (FCFS), with each problem statement limited to three teams.
• 6:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Submission and initial review of the Software Requirement Specification (SRS) document.
• 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Detailed review and feedback on the submitted SRS.
• 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Teams must develop and complete the primary three use cases.
• 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Midway review session to assess progress.
• 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Teams will continue developing the remaining use cases and refining their applications.
• 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Final round of review to assess completed applications

• Teams must bring their own devices; necessary support will be provided by the organizers.

• Organizers will be available throughout the event to clarify any doubts regarding the use cases.

• Outcomes of the Event
• Fully Functional Mobile Applications: Teams will develop and present working prototypes based on real-world problem statements.
• Industry Exposure: Participants will gain hands-on experience in solving practical challenges, enhancing their technical and problem-solving skills.
• Innovation & Creativity: The event will foster creative thinking and innovative solutions in mobile app development.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Teams will experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, improving their teamwork and communication skills.
• Industry-Academia Interaction: Experts from the industry will provide valuable feedback, bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world application.
• Showcasing Talent: The event will serve as a platform for students to demonstrate their technical skills and creativity to industry professionals.
• Networking Opportunities: Participants will interact with peers, mentors, and industry experts, opening doors for future collaborations and career opportunities.
• Recognition & Rewards: Winning teams will be acknowledged for their efforts, motivating them to pursue further innovation in app development.