👋 Introduction

Welcome to the Islamic Call University Hackathon 2025 — where innovation meets purpose. This event brings together students, developers, designers, and thinkers to build impactful solutions that serve communities, advance education, and promote ethical technology.

Over the course of 48 hours, you’ll collaborate with peers, learn from mentors, and build creative digital solutions in areas like health, governance, education, and Islamic knowledge. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced coder, you're welcome here!

🧰 Tools and Technologies

You can use any tools, languages, or platforms you're comfortable with. However, here are some commonly used and recommended technologies:

Recommended Tools:

  • Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Vue.js

  • Backend: Node.js, Django, Flask, PHP, Laravel

  • Mobile: Flutter, React Native, Android SDK

  • Databases: Firebase, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL

  • AI/ML: Python, TensorFlow, OpenAI API

  • Design/UI: Figma, Canva, Adobe XD

  • Collaboration: GitHub, GitLab, Trello, Slack/Discord

You may also use:

  • APIs from government datasets, Islamic content sources, or Google Cloud/AWS/Azure.

  • Open-source libraries, as long as they’re properly credited.

💡 Inspiration

Need ideas? Here are some problems you could tackle:

  • 📱 Islamic Education: Build a Quran learning app or Da’wah content platform.

  • 🏥 Health Access: Create a tool to connect clinics with underserved communities.

  • 📚 Student Tools: Build platforms to help students manage study, prayer, or mental health.

  • 🌍 Transparency: Tools to report local issues or improve community accountability.

  • 🤲 Charity Tech: Simplify Zakat/Sadaqah tracking or donation systems.

  • 🕌 Mosque Management: Solutions for mosque scheduling, donations, or prayer time reminders.

Let your solution reflect your passion for service, creativity, and positive impact.

📬 Contact Us & Support Channels

Need help or have a question?

  • 📧 Email: hackathon@icu.ac.ug

  • 📱 WhatsApp Help Desk: +256 704 124 853

  • 🧑‍🏫 On-site Help Desk: Open during all event hours at the venue

Our mentors and organizing team are here to support you with:

  • Technical help

  • Idea validation

  • Submission walkthroughs

  • Team formation

📚 Additional Resource Links

Here are useful resources to guide you: