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HACKTOBERFEST SRINAGAR X BUILDFESTKASHMIR
Hacktoberfest Hack Day Srinagar × BuildFestKashmir Get ready to build, experiment, and bring your ideas to life! Hacktoberfest Hack Day Srinagar, hosted by BuildFestKashmir, is a one-day, in-person hackathon bringing together developers, students, designers, and tech enthusiasts from across Kashmir. As part of Hacktoberfest 2026, this event focuses on hands-on building with open-source AI and open-weight models. Participants will work on their ideas, develop projects, and showcase what they create in a collaborative environment. Whether you're an experienced developer or just getting started, this is an opportunity to learn by building, explore new tools, solve real-world problems, and connect with people who share your passion for technology. **What to expect:** * A hands-on, collaborative hackathon experience * Building projects using open-source AI tools and open-weight models * Opportunities to learn, experiment, and showcase your work * Connecting with Kashmir's developer and tech community * A chance to compete in the Best Open-Source AI Project challenge **Who should attend?** Students, developers, designers, AI enthusiasts, and anyone interested in building technology are welcome. Bring your laptop, your ideas, and your willingness to build. Let's make something meaningful together! Organised by **BuildFestKashmir**, as part of **Hacktoberfest 2026**, powered by Major League Hacking (MLH) and DEV, and presented by DigitalOcean.
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