HACKTOBERFEST SRINAGAR X BUILDFESTKASHMIR

About the Event Hacktoberfest Hack Day Srinagar × BuildFestKashmir is a one-day, in-person hackathon bringing together students, developers, designers, and technology enthusiasts from across Kashmir to build, experiment, and collaborate. As part of Hacktoberfest 2026, this event is an opportunity to explore open-source AI, experiment with open-weight models, and turn ideas into working projects. Whether you're interested in artificial intelligence, web development, software engineering, or solving real-world problems through technology, this is your chance to learn by building alongside other passionate people. Organised by BuildFestKashmir, the event aims to strengthen Kashmir's growing developer community by creating a space where people can share ideas, collaborate on projects, learn from one another, and showcase what they can create. ## What Will You Do? Participants will work on projects using open-source AI tools and open-weight models. The focus is on experimentation, practical implementation, creativity, and building something useful. You'll have the opportunity to: * Build and experiment with AI-powered applications. * Explore open-source technologies and tools. * Collaborate with other participants and exchange ideas. * Develop practical technical and problem-solving skills. * Present your project and showcase your work. * Connect with fellow developers, students, and tech enthusiasts. ## Who Can Participate? The event is open to students, aspiring developers, experienced programmers, designers, AI enthusiasts, and anyone interested in technology and innovation. You don't need to be an expert to participate. Curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn are what matter most. Whether this is your first hackathon or you're already building projects, you'll have an opportunity to contribute and grow. Why Attend? Hackathons are about more than just writing code. They're about taking an idea, working with others, overcoming challenges, and creating something that didn't exist before. Hacktoberfest Hack Day Srinagar offers a chance to gain hands-on experience, explore new technologies, meet like-minded people, and become part of Kashmir's open-source and developer ecosystem. ## About BuildFestKashmir BuildFestKashmir is a community-driven initiative focused on bringing builders, developers, innovators, and technology enthusiasts together through hackathons, collaborative projects, and community events. Through initiatives like this Hacktoberfest Hack Day, we aim to make technology more accessible, encourage practical learning, and create more opportunities for people in Kashmir to build, collaborate, and innovate. Bring your laptop, bring your ideas, and come ready to build. **Let's build something meaningful, together.**