Pune: Against the backdrop of ever evolving technologies and digital disruption in the country, Extentia has set the stage for X24.2017, the third edition of its hackathon around the theme ‘When Business Meets Digital Transformation’. The X24.2017, an annual hackathon, will take place on September 15 and 16.
According to officials, X24 will require participants to develop technology based solutions from concept to pitch. “Six teams will be presented with a set of challenge statements and compete for a trophy. This year’s theme ‘When Business Meets Digital Transformation’ will challenge Extentians to build cutting edge technology solutions for real-world problems,” they said.
The officials said that last year’s event stayed true to the twists that mark X24. “The first one came three days prior to the event, a wild card spot was opened and new members joined the chosen teams.
Extentia also minted xCoins and introduced the concept of The Marketplace where Extentians purchased intellectual and hands on services by in-company experts. This service was available for a specified time, and allowed teams to improve their applications and products, the officials said.
Speaking about the hackathon, CEO of Extentia, Umeed Kothavala said, “X24 presents interesting opportunities to Extentians for innovation and productive teamwork. There are quite a few events and changes planned to keep our teams engaged and make X24 2017 bigger and better this year. We are also delighted to have so many sponsors lined up already.”
Officials further added that the 24-hour event will be broadcast live through a website feed this year.