In an era where inclusivity is finally taking the spotlight in technology, CodHer 2024 stood out as a vivid example of what happens when you put women’s talent, creativity, and ambition at the forefront. Hosted by ACM CEG, in collaboration with Hack2Skill, CodHer was more than just another hackathon—it was a space designed by women, for women, celebrating the next generation of innovators ready to reimagine the digital landscape. Over the course, participants came together in a hybrid format, combining the energy of in-person collaboration with the flexibility of remote problem-solving.
A Hackathon with Purpose
While many tech competitions focus purely on output, CodHer prioritized skill-building and mentorship as much as the final deliverables.
The hackathon aimed to:
- Inspire women technologists to build with confidence.
- Provide hands-on experience in emerging technologies like AI, cloud computing, and web development.
- Foster peer learning and networking among young professionals.
The atmosphere was electric—teams gathered around laptops, sketching wireframes, debating APIs, and testing prototypes late into the night.
Learning from the Best
One of CodHer’s highlights was its series of knowledge sessions and expert talks covering both technical and professional growth topics, including:
- Building Scalable Cloud Infrastructure Apps
- Pathways with Machine Learning and Neural Networks
- Career Pathways in Emerging Tech Sectors
Attendees also received guidance from experienced mentors—engineers, researchers, and product designers—who shared insights from their own journeys navigating the tech industry.
The Esteemed Jury Panel
Projects were evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges who brought diverse expertise in software development, innovation, and academia.
- Kuldeep Singh — Head of Xr Practices, ThoughtWorks, India
- Subhadha Sidhaye— VP – Technology, Persistent Systems, India
- Garima Dutt — CEO, Yes Foundation, India
- Mohammad Adeem Parvez — Prinicpal Solutions Architect, India
These judges assessed submissions based on technical excellence, innovation, and potential real-world impact.
Recognizing Talent and Effort
CodHer 2024 wasn’t only about competition—it was about celebrating participation and progress. The jury praised the creativity and polish of the submissions. Awards were presented in categories such as:
🏅 Best Innovation
🏅 Most Impactful Solution
🏅 Rising Star Team
Why Events Like CodHer Matter
According to industry reports, women remain significantly underrepresented in tech leadership and engineering roles. Hackathons like CodHer create essential spaces where women can:
✅ Develop confidence presenting technical solutions.
✅ Learn in an environment free of bias or intimidation.
✅ Connect with mentors and role models who understand their challenges firsthand.
By combining skills development, networking, and visibility, CodHer contributes to building a more diverse and equitable technology workforce.
📢 A Word from the Organizers
An ACM CEG representative shared:
“CodHer is about unlocking potential. Every woman here brings a unique perspective to technology, and it’s time the industry reflects that.”
📅 What’s Next
As CodHer wraps up, participants are encouraged to keep refining their projects and exploring pathways to showcase their work further—whether at demo days, startup competitions, or open-source communities.
If you missed this edition, stay tuned. The organizers plan to make CodHer an annual tradition, growing in scale and ambition every year.
For more details or to catch highlights, visit the official event page:
Hack2Skill – ACMCEG CodHer
