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XMAS FAF Hackathon 2024

A new edition of XMAS FAF Hackathon 2024 has successfully concluded, leaving behind unforgettable moments and innovative solutions that will linger in the participants’ memories for a long time.

On December 21–22, Tekwill became the hub where 90 students from the Technical University of Moldova spent 24 hours of tireless work in a festive environment filled with energy, competition, and collaboration.

Participants faced complex technological challenges that tested advanced skills in programming, software development, and innovation. The projects presented reflected not only accumulated knowledge but also the creativity and team spirit of the students.

Highlighted Projects

Among the 19 projects presented, the most remarkable were:

Fairy Desk — A website for file management, evaluation, and completion assistance.
Clausify — A web application that helps Santa Claus manage, visualize, and interact with children’s wishes while controlling his environment of elves and Rudolph.
Renovo — An application that assists Santa in solving problems and helps him deliver gifts more efficiently.
2much2ki — An interactive desktop application that keeps you company, gets upset if ignored, and challenges you to play with it to make it happy by collecting gifts together.

The Jury

The jury, composed of industry experts, had the difficult task of evaluating projects based on innovation, applicability, and social impact:

Viorel Bostan — Rector of the Technical University of Moldova (UTM)
Dinu Țurcanu — Vice-Rector for Digitalization, UTM
Dumitru Ciorbă — Dean of the Faculty of Computers, Informatics and Microelectronics, UTM
Marius Dumitrașcu — Managing Director at CODWER
Vladimir Poddukin — Project Manager at Allied Testing
Doru Fortuna — Senior Software Engineer, representing Stefanini
Cristian Cerneanu — Senior Entrepreneurship & Startups Manager at Future Technologies Activity

Mentors

A key element of the success was the involvement of mentors who guided participants throughout the event with technical support and suggestions:

Marius Dumitrașcu (CODWER), Dominic Flocea (Orange Systems), Eduard Balamatiuc (Sigmoid), Elena Graur (Sigmoid), Marcel Vlasenco (Reco), Maxim Cernețchi (Cegeka), Nicolae Gherman (Parkopedia), Maxim Plămădeală (Parkopedia), Cătălin Mîțu (ESET), Kirill Nikitin (Stefanini), Denis Cuciuc (Stefanini), Mihai Știrbăț (CODWER).

Sponsors and Partners

General Sponsor | Stefanini — A global technology company that provided valuable support in promoting innovation and collaboration between students and professionals.
Premium Partner | Allied Testing — A global leader in software quality assurance and testing, contributing to a professional and inspirational environment.
Premium Partner | CODWER — A company dedicated to innovation that helped participants transform creative ideas into real-impact solutions.
Premium Partner | Fusion Works — An ambitious IT company that encouraged the development of innovative projects.
Premium Partner | Moldova Future Technologies Activity (FTA) — Funded by USAID and Sweden, FTA played a central role in supporting digital transformation and IT talent in Moldova.
Partner | Technical University of Moldova (UTM) — A reliable partner and pillar of IT education in Moldova, providing continuous support for students’ professional development.

XMAS FAF Hackathon 2024 was not just a competition, but a true celebration of innovation. We thank everyone involved and look forward to the next edition!

About FAF: FAF is an NGO affiliated with the Technical University of Moldova, created by students and alumni of the “Software Engineering” program (English Section). Its goal is the personal and professional development of students through dedicated events.

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