Zero to Mastery: Python Workshop

The Python workshop, held on October 16 & 17, 2024, was conducted by Febin Nelson P (S5 CSE). The objective of the session was to equip students with foundational skills in Python programming, focusing on its syntax, core concepts, and practical applications. The workshop aimed to help participants understand essential programming constructs such as variables, data types, control structures, functions, and modules. Additionally, the session introduced problem-solving techniques and real-world applications of Python, enabling students to build and execute basic Python programs.

16 October - 17 October 2024

Zero to Mastery: Python Workshop

On October 1, 2024, IEEE CS SBC RIT, in collaboration with IEEE RAS SBC RIT, conducted an awareness session on IEEE Xtreme 18.0 by Gayathri MS, ambassador for IEEE Xtreme 18.0. The session provided insights into the 24-hour global coding competition, covering its format, rules, and problem-solving strategies. Success stories, preparation tips, and an interactive Q&A session helped students understand the competition's benefits and enhance their preparedness for the competition.

1 October 2024

Flutter Workshop

IEEE CS SBC RIT, in collaboration with IEEE SB MITS, IEEE SB MANGALAM, and IEEE SB KIDANGOOR, hosted a workshop on "Flutter: From Zero to Mastery" as part of INFORMATIKA 4.0 on August 22, 2024. The session aimed to introduce students to Flutter’s capabilities in mobile app development, equipping them with the skills to build efficient applications. Led by Rohit Babu George (Chair, IEEE CS SB MITS) and Bhavan S (Webmaster, IEEE SB MITS), the workshop covered Flutter app implementation, navigation, and routing techniques With around 65 students in attendance, the session was highly interactive, encouraging engagement and discussions. Attendees found the workshop insightful and well-structured, gaining a solid foundation in Flutter and its applications in mobile app development.

22 August 2024

Web Development Workshop

IEEE CS SBC RIT conducted a Web Development session on July 5, 2024, to help students build a strong foundation in website creation and debugging. The session was led by Alvin Varghese, Software Engineer at Litmus7, who provided introductory lessons in front-end and back-end development. Participants were introduced to key web technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and backend frameworks. The session also covered best practices in web development, ensuring students gained a structured understanding of the field. Students found the session highly engaging and appreciated the hands-on approach, which helped them grasp web development concepts effectively.

5 July 2024

Github Mastery

A virtual session on GitHub Mastery was conducted by IEEE CS SBC RIT on April 27, 2024, to familiarize students with Git and GitHub. San Mathew (S6 CSE) guided participants through the fundamentals of version control, collaboration techniques, and GitHub’s key features. The session covered branching, merging, and efficient code management, helping students understand the significance of GitHub in software development. Around 70 students attended, gaining practical knowledge to enhance their coding workflow.

27 April 2024

Adobe Photoshop Workshop

On April 13, 2024, IEEE CS SBC at RIT launched its ‘Tour of Design Tools’ Webinar series with a debut episode focusing on Adobe Photoshop by Dilshith TS of S6 CSE. The event, held via Google Meet, aimed to provide attendees with basic knowledge of photo editing and poster-making using Adobe Photoshop. The session covered essential tools and templates available in Photoshop, demonstrating how to manipulate images creatively. Attendees learned about image resolution, masking images, font usage, and layering techniques. The workshop helped students to familiarize themselves with image editing and helped them to understand fundamental design principles, colour theory, and composition techniques.

13 April 2024

Digital Design Thinking Workshop

IEEE CS SBC RIT, in collaboration with ENSEMBLE, hosted a Digital Design Thinking Workshop on March 26, 2024, led by Jinash Jaleel (S8 CSE). The session introduced students to digital designing using Figma. Participants gained foundational skills in UI/UX design, exploring visual layout, functionality, and aesthetics. The participants found the event well-organized and informative, offering valuable insights into various design tools and their applications.

26 March 2024

Web Development and Career Guidance

The Web Development and Career Guidance event organised by IEEE CS SB RIT as part of IEEE Day, was a resounding success. The event aimed to introduce 9th and 10th-grade school students of MGM High School, Pampady, to the world of web development and offer insights into potential tech careers. It provided a unique opportunity for young minds to explore the technology industry and gain hands-on experience. The event began with an introduction to web development, highlighting its significance and role in shaping the digital world. Students gained a clear understanding of web development's importance in our daily lives. The practical segment of the event proved to be a hit among the students. Guided by an experienced mentor, Mr. Vyshnav C J, students created their web pages, sparking excitement and curiosity. During the Q&A session, students enthusiastically asked questions about tech careers, educational paths, and the skills required. Students also learned about the IEEE and its role as a global technology leader.

3 October 2023

Zero to Mastery

'Zero to Mastery' was an introductory Python programming workshop held by IEEE CS SB RIT in collaboration with IEEE RAS SBC RIT as part of the IEEEXtreme. The workshop provided participants with a foundational understanding of Python programming, covering basic syntax, data types, and control structures. The event was conducted by Mr. Nikhil Krishnan, S6 CSE and focused on creating a simpler project in Python. The workshop was well-attended, and the students found the session to be very interesting and informative. Overall, it succeeded in equipping participants with essential knowledge in the world of coding.

30 September - 1 October 2023

Bug Bash

The IEEE Bug Bash was a debugging competition that aimed to improve participants' problem-solving abilities and debugging skills. The event was part of Informatyka 3.0 and was held on September 24, 2023, from 8:00 to 9:00 PM in an online mode. It was organized by IEEE SB RIT, IEEE SB CEK, and IEEE SB Mangalam in collaboration with the IEEE CS Kerala Chapter. The competition was hosted on the Hackerrank platform and featured a series of programming challenges with various types of bugs, ranging from basic syntax errors to intricate logic issues. Participants received source code to debug, and the competition had multiple rounds with progressively more complex challenges. The collaborative environment of the competition fostered knowledge sharing, and the competitive element added motivation and engagement. Participants appreciated the networking opportunities with industry professionals for their insights and potential career connections.

24 September 2023

Web Development and Career Guidance

The IEEEXtreme Awareness Session was held on September 19th, 2023, to inform and engage students about the IEEEXtreme Programming Competition, a global 24-hour online programming competition for engineering students by IEEE. The event was organized by IEEE CS SB RIT in collaboration with IEEE RAS SBC RIT and was attended by 50 students. Mr. San Mathew, and IEEEXtreme 17.0 Ambassador, led the session, which aimed to create enthusiasm, and a sense of camaraderie, and equip attendees with the knowledge and tools needed to participate successfully in the competition. The session served as a starting point for students interested in the world of competitive programming and problem-solving and aimed to foster a competitive spirit and passion for problem-solving.

19 September 2023

Tour Of Design Tools: Adobe Premiere Pro

The objective of this workshop was to teach participants how to use this professional video editing software for post-production. The event was led by Mr. Abdul Rahim K, the Chair of IEEE RAS RIT, who shared advanced techniques and workflows in Adobe Premiere Pro. The session equipped attendees with essential skills and knowledge to use the software efficiently and effectively for their projects. The workshop covered basic interface navigation, video editing tools, timeline management, adding effects and transitions, audio editing, and exporting finished projects. Participants gained a comprehensive understanding of the software's features and capabilities, as well as valuable insights into industry-standard practices for video editing and production. The Adobe Premiere Pro session was executed successfully, delivering valuable insights into using the software effectively. The presenter's expertise, engaging delivery, and interactive approach contributed to a successful learning experience.

10 September 2023

GitHub Mastery

Github Mastery was conducted by IEEE CS SBC RIT to provide information to students about Git and GitHub. The event was online and open to all. The session initially started with a detailed explanation of the various features of Git enabling students to track the changes to their code, maintain a history of previous versions, to create multiple branches of their code, which can be worked on separately and merged back together later. It goes into more detail about the features and tools available on GitHub. This included learning how to create a repository, make changes, collaborate with other users, track changes made by other users, review code, provide feedback, and manage merge conflicts. The event was handled by Mr. Anandu S from S6 CSE and the mentor was able to teach the participants to lay the foundation to become a GitHub Master. The GitHub session was a valuable learning experience for developers and collaborators, fostering better collaboration, code management, and software development practices. It contributed to a more knowledgeable and empowered developer community and promoted the growth of open-source projects and collaborative software development. The Github Mastery session was successful in helping many students understand the basics of Git and GitHub and provided invaluable resources for developers of all levels of expertise.

25 May 2023

Membership Development Session

IEEE CS SBC RIT, IEEE CS SBC AJCE, and IEEE CS SBC MACE conducted a Membership Development Session to promote the benefits of an IEEE Computer Society membership and encourage individuals interested in computer science and related fields to join and actively participate in the society's activities. The session provided an overview of the society's history, mission, and benefits of membership, including access to high-quality publications, technical resources, and educational materials. Existing members shared their success stories, inspiring potential new members to join and network with like-minded professionals.

20 May 2023

Experience Sharing

The session was organized by IEEE CS SBC RIT, IEEE CS SBC AJCE, and IEEE CS SBC MACE. The focus of the session was to provide students with personal experiences from mentors on their route to success. Mr. Abhijith K, the CEO of Aion Creative Wings and the Best Student Volunteer of the Kochi Subsection 2019 conducted the session to share his experience with IEEE and the skills and benefits he gained. The session focused on topics such as the benefits of being a member of the IEEE Computer Society, career growth opportunities with IEEE, technical opportunities, and other startup plans and queries. Mr. Abhijith shared with students his experiences on how IEEE helped him in his professional development and the impact it had on his career. The session was recorded for future reference and shared with students who would like to know more about IEEE. Sharing experiences helped individuals build connections and understand a wider aspect of opportunities gained with the help of IEEE. The session promoted collaboration, continuous learning, and advancing knowledge and skills within the computer science community. By fostering a culture of sharing, the CS Society strengthens its impact on the field and its ability to address the challenges and opportunities faced by computer science professionals globally.

19 May 2023

Membership Development Session

IEEE CS SBC RIT, IEEE CS SBC AJCE, and IEEE CS SBC MACE organized a session on the Upsilon Pi Epsilon Honor Society Scholarship and Richard E. Merwin Scholarship as a part of the CS ByteBoost Membership Development Program. The panel discussion featured Ms. Reema Shaji, CEO of IEDC MESCE and Global Ugrad Scholar, and Ms. Ann Rose Cherian, Associate Consultant at Informatica and IEEE SYP Kochi Coordinator. During the engaging panel discussion, students were provided with information regarding the criteria, transcripts, and eligibility. The mentors shared their valuable experience with the students, providing them with opportunities to learn, connect and advance their careers or academic goals. The interactive peer-to-peer discussion proved constructive and gave students a chance to learn more about these benefits, how to access them and use them to their fullest potential.

18 May 2023

Tour Of Design Tools: Adobe Photoshop

The workshop was aimed at helping students master the skills necessary to become creative professionals. The event was held on the 28th and 29th of April 2023 and provided students with ample opportunities to explore their creativity. The session focused on picture editing with essential Photoshop features and tools. Mr. Sinu V Mathew, the Chair of IEEE SB CEK, led the event and mentored students in familiarizing themselves with the fundamental tools and features available in Photoshop. The workshop was attended by around 80 students who learned to use Photoshop tools effectively to design their posters. The session provided attendees with the basic knowledge of editing and poster making. The participants found the event to be well-organized and informative, offering valuable insights into various design tools and their applications.

28 April - 29 April 2023

P2P Learning #1 - Introduction to DS and OOP

P2P Learning is a series of peer to peer learning sessions. The first episode of P2P Learning, commenced on 3rd April 2021 and spanned over seven days. The event aimed at providing students with basic programming knowledge an introduction to basic concepts of Data Structures and Object-Oriented Programming using Java. The event helped the students gain basic knowledge in Data Structures and Object-Oriented Programming using Java. It also helped the mentors to improve their event handling, speaking and teaching skills.

3 April 2021 - 9 April 2021

P2P Learning #1 - Introduction to DS and OOP

P2P Learning is a series of peer to peer learning sessions. The first episode of P2P Learning, commenced on 3rd April 2021 and spanned over seven days. The event aimed at providing students with basic programming knowledge an introduction to basic concepts of Data Structures and Object-Oriented Programming using Java. The event helped the students gain basic knowledge in Data Structures and Object-Oriented Programming using Java. It also helped the mentors to improve their event handling, speaking and teaching skills.

3 April 2021 - 9 April 2021

Make Your Point

Make Your Point was a PowerPoint Presentation Competition based on the theme “Sustainable Economic Growth”. The event spanned over four days from 23rd February to 26th February 2021. The event was organized as a part of Science week 2021 to enhance and analyze the research and presentation skills of the students. Aswathi P J of first year CSE emerged as the winner and was awarded a cash prize of Rs 500.

23 February 2021 - 26 February 2021

VS Code 101

VS CODE 101 was a webinar on Visual Studio Code Workflow. The webinar was hosted on Google Meet platform on 27 December 2020 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The session, handled by Irene Anna Kurien of S3 CSE, walked the attendees through the various keyboard shortcuts that can be used to increase productivity, how to edit the VSC settings, use the extension marketplace and the inbuilt source control feature. The session also focused on the builtin IntelliSense, snippets and emmet abbreviation provided to the users by VS Code.

27 December 2020

Code Storm

Code storm is a 24-hour coding competition as a part of ZEAL 2.0, a joint SB initiative of IEEE SB RIT and Vidya Academy of Science and Technology, Thrissur. It was conducted exclusively for the students of RIT and VAST to enhance their coding skills and to improve their coding speed. The event was conducted on 5th December, 2020 from 6:00 pm till 6th December 6:00 pm. Aadithye N of VAST, Thrissur secured the first prize. The first runner up was taken over by Ashwin Geo Jolly of RIT, Kottayam followed by Tinto M T of VAST, Thrissur.

5 December 2020 - 6 December 2020

Clue Coding

Clue Coding was a code debugging treasure hunt contest conducted exclusively for the students of RIT as part of AKCSSC’20. It was conducted on 13 November 2020 Friday 8:00 am to 14 November 2020 Saturday 8:00 am. The winners of this contest represented IEEE RIT SB in AKCSSC’20 coding contest. Bivin Varkey Varghese of S7 CSE secured the first prize in the contest. Aswin K R of S3 CSE secured the first runner up position followed by Agnes George of S3 CSE.

13 November 2020 - 14 November 2020

IEEEXtreme Overview

IEEEXtreme Overview was an informative session conducted for the IEEEXtreme participants of RIT. The main focus of the event was to give students a brief idea about the coding competition, the registration process and clearing queries related to the same.The event was conducted on 3rd october, 2020 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The session included a brief introduction about the competition, benefits of participation, important tips to keep in mind while participating, live demonstration of the registration process and sharing of competition experience.

3 October 2020

Gate Orientation Programme

Gate orientation programme was a webinar conducted exclusively for the Computer Science and Engineering students across Kerala to give students a brief idea about the GATE exam, the registration process and clearing queries related to the same.Two experienced and skilled personalities from RUBIX academy, Mr Baazil P Thamby and Mr. Sreejith D K, took the webinar on 26 September, 2020 Saturday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm followed by an interactive session with the RIT aluminis who cleared the GATE exam with remarkable scores.

26 September 2020

Gladiator Challenge

No: of participants-20
🔹 1st- Adith Krishna
🔹 2nd- Smaran Ponnappa
🔹 3rd- Aparna Anand S

30 May 2020 - 31 May 2020

Code Colosseum Edition-3

No: of participants-20
🔹 1st- Bivin Varkey Varghese
🔹 2nd- Aravind Ram K
🔹 3rd-Muhammed Sajad A

23 April , 2020

Interview With an Engineer

As the first episode of E-Index series, the students of Computer Society were asked to make a report of an interview with an Engineer in the field of software. A total of 6 entries were collected from various students.

Codeathon

Codeathon was a 12 hour long coding contest organised as part of Women in computing on 14th April from 8am - 8pm. Questions were added each hour totalling to 9 questions. Merin Babu of 2nd year CSE secured the first position, followed by Sreelakshmi NS of 3rd year CSE at the second position and Irene Anna Kurien of 1st year CSE at the third position

April 14th, 2020

Code Colosseum Edition-2

The edition-2 of Code Colosseum, a 24 hour long coding competition was held on 28 March at 10am. The contest was hosted online on HacherRank with 35 participants. The contest had six questions and Bivin Varkey Varghese of third year CSE secured the first position followed by Arvind Ram of first year CSE at the second position and Shivani Sanjay of second year CSE at the third position.

28 March, 2020

Code Colosseum Edition-1

The contest was hosted on HackerRank and there were 31 participants. The Edition - 1 of Code Colosseum had three questions and Sidarth Ajithkumar of 1st year CSE secured the first position, runner up Bivin Varkey Varghese of 3rd year CSE followed by Irene Anna Kurien.

20 March, 2020 - 21 March,2020

Programming Workshop(EC-level 2)

A programming workshop was conducted by Computer Society SBC IEEE SB RIT for EC and EEE students on 15 th February 2020.This session was the 2nd one in the series of programming workshop planned for EC and EEE students. This workshop was taken by Mr. Vaisakh

15th February 2020

Programming Workshop(EC-level 1)

A basic programming workshop was conducted by Computer Society for EC and EEE students. This workshop was aimed at students who are beginners and have zero knowledge in programming.

4th -6th February 2020