Google Developer Group AAU

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Last week, we concluded our two-month summer bootcamp, which was held throughout the summer in four tracks: Frontend, Backend, DSA, and Graphic Design and It has been a huge success.

Congratulations to the students who have completed this course! We believe the effort and discipline you demonstrated this summer will serve as a stepping stone to your future success.

We accepted over 100 students, and more than 50 successfully completed the course, with the help of around 25 teachers and facilitators who were involved in teaching and designing the curriculum.

We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the assistants and teachers who contributed to this program. Your dedication to helping others, sharing knowledge, and learning from one another makes our community stronger and more valuable.

A special thanks to Alpha Degago (3rd-year Software Engineering student) for bringing the idea and gathering the right people to lead the program.

Have a wonderful year!

Yeabsira Nigusse
(Outgoing Lead)

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Techኢት Podcast S02E14🎙

Guest: Dr. Wondwossen Mulugeta
Host: Alpha and Ruth
Date: Oct 1, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM (2:00LT)

We are excited to announce that Dr. Wondwossen Mulugeta, Vice President for Institutional Development at Addis Ababa University, will be joining us on the next episode of the Techኢት Podcast 🎙

With over 21 years of experience in academic and institutional leadership, Dr. Wondwossen is spearheading the Digitalization and Infrastructure initiatives at Addis Ababa University, guiding Ethiopia’s first autonomous university through a transformative journey. He has made significant contributions as an Assistant Professor at the School of Information Science, leading impactful E-learning and organizational change projects.

Dr. Wondwossen did research on machine learning and natural language processing (NLP), focusing on local languages like Amharic. He explored how supervised machine learning can handle the morphological complexities of Amharic and worked on Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for Amharic manuscripts, advancing the field of computational linguistics.

Dr. Wondwossen also served as a Board Director at Zemen Bank, where he plays a key role in IT security, audit, and strategic direction for the bank’s technological innovations.

In this episode, we delve into Addis Ababa University's technology focus areas, advancements in natural language processing (NLP) for local languages such as Amharic, and the many emerging AI trends that are shaping the future of Ethiopia's tech landscape.

Join us on October 1, 2024 at 8:00 PM(2:00LT) for a deep dive into AI, NLP, and technology innovation at Addis Ababa University and beyond. 🎧💡

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of Ethiopia’s leading experts in technology.

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Meet Fita Wegene

Fita Wegene, a 2024 Computer Science graduate from Addis Ababa University, brings a diverse skill set in web and mobile development, machine learning, and UI/UX design. He is deeply passionate about exploring the impact of software on communities and is committed to designing innovative solutions that make a difference.

During his time with us, Fita served as our Graphics Designer, where his creativity and eye for detail helped shape our visual identity.

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Meet Tewodros Nibret
Former GDSC AAU Core Team member and mentor

Tewodros Nibret, a 2024 Computer Science graduate from Addis Ababa University, is currently working as a Machine Learning Engineer at iCog-Labs. With a deep passion for full-stack web development and machine learning, Tewodros is dedicated to continuously enhancing his skills and contributing to the tech world.

During his time with us, he was a core team member and served as a mentor during study sessions and workshops. His guidance and expertise made a significant impact on our team's growth and success.

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Meet Yeabsra Derrese
Former GDSC AAU Co Lead and Mentor

Yeabsra Derese, a 2024 Computer Science graduate, was an integral part of our team. Currently working at iCog Labs, he brings a wealth of expertise in full-stack web development, LLM application development, and AI research. During his time with us, Yeabsra served as a co-lead, playing a crucial role in driving innovation and guiding the team through complex projects.

Though he has moved on, his contributions continue to have a lasting impact on our work.

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Meet Admas Terefe

Admas Terefe, a 2024 Computer Science graduate, is currently working as a Software Engineer at Eskalate. With a strong background in both web and mobile development, he consistently challenges himself with algorithm problems to stay sharp and innovative.

During his time with us, Admas served as our Technical Lead and was an invaluable mentor during workshops and study sessions. If you have any questions about his contributions, feel free to reach out!

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This was this year's Frontend development workshop. Here are some pictures from the event 😊

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This was this year's Flutter workshop. Here are some pictures from the event 😊...

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Let's go back in time and see what events and activities were organized by GDSC AAU this year😊.

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Hello, How are you doing?

How is your summer going? Is everything going as planned?😊