Hello GDG Peeps! 👋

Last year, we organized the AASTU Tech Fest, bringing together an amazing community of tech enthusiasts, innovators, and developers. As we gear up for this year’s edition, we’d love to hear from YOU!

💡 What did you love about last year’s Tech Fest?
⚡️ What can we improve?
🚀 Any ideas or suggestions for this year?

Drop your feedback in the comments below 👇 and help us make AASTU Tech Fest 2025 even bigger and better! Let’s build something amazing together. 💙✨

#AASTUTechFest #GDGOnCampus

🚀 Become a Claude Campus Ambassador! 🎓✨

Are you passionate about AI and its impact on education? Here’s your chance to bring cutting-edge AI tools to your university! Anthropic has launched the Claude Campus Ambassador program, giving students the opportunity to:

🔹 Lead AI initiatives on campus and help students and faculty integrate AI into learning
🔹 Work directly with the Anthropic team to explore AI-driven education tools
🔹 Get exclusive access to Claude’s latest features and resources
🔹 Build your network with like-minded AI enthusiasts and industry experts

When I was at AAiT (Addis Ababa University), programs like Google Developer Student Clubs (GDSC) opened amazing opportunities for students. Now, Claude is offering an even greater chance to be at the forefront of AI in education! 🚀

📢 Apply now and be a part of the future of AI in universities!
🔗 Link for applying

📣 Share this message in your university groups and channels! Let’s empower students with AI! 🚀🎓

@blackHorseCoder

Ethiopia’s First-Ever Hospitality Hackathon

The moment is here! This is your chance to innovate, compete, and disrupt the future of hospitality in Ethiopia. In partnership with ALX Ethiopia, Kuriftu Resort, and We Ventures, this two-day hackathon will bring together visionary minds, tech enthusiasts, and hospitality pioneers to develop groundbreaking solutions that redefine the industry.

Dream big, build bold, and pitch like a pro—because the stakes are high! The winning team takes home a massive 150,000 ETB, and the top 3 teams will unlock exclusive incentives, mentorship, and career-transforming opportunities to bring their ideas to life.
But that’s not all! Participants will also get to hear from inspiring panelists—industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers—who will share insights, trends, and strategies to shape the future of hospitality. And when it's time to compete, an esteemed panel of judges will evaluate the best ideas and award the top innovators.

Key Challenges to Tackle:

🛎️ Revolutionizing Learning & Development: Develop scalable, tech-driven systems for training and retention.
💳 Upgrading Membership & Loyalty Programs: Enhance value and incentivize loyalty with advanced, personalized rewards systems.
🗣️ Smart Feedback Collection: Implement automated systems to instantly gather and respond to guest feedback.
📋 Digitizing Resort Inspections: Create digital tools for more efficient inspections and maintenance management.

🔗 Learn more: https://hospitalityhackathon.et/

Date: Saturday, April 12th and Sunday, April 13th, 2025
Location: Capstone ALX Hub & the newly built Kuriftu African Village
Register NOW: hospitalityhackathon.et/registration

GM ☕
Good Afternoon Binancians,

🎉The long waiting is over and we have offline （in person）community meet up here in Addis!

🟠

📆When - Megabit 27, 2017 E.C（April 05, 2025 )

⏰ Time - ke kenu 8 seat - 12 seat （2PM - 6PM）

📍Where - Science museum, Addis Abeba, Ethiopia

🤩 Reserve here - 🤩

https://meetup.binance.events/e/ethiopia-web-3-connect

🔶🔶🔶🔶 🇪🇹🇪🇹

🚀 Ready to Elevate Your Tech Journey? 🚀

Join us for an exclusive Dev Dialogue session with Birhan Nega Full Stack Developer, software engineering expert, and tech innovator! 💡💻

📅 Date: Sunday, April 7
🕒 Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM GMT+3
📍 Where: Online

💡 What’s in Store?

🔹 Mastering Full-Stack Development with Angular, React & .NET Core 🏗
🔹 Creating High-Performance, Scalable Web Applications 🚀
🔹 Balancing Aesthetics & Functionality in Software Engineering 🎨
🔹 Career Growth & Industry Best Practices 🔥

🔥 Why You Can’t Miss This!

Birhan specializes in crafting seamless front-end experiences with Angular & React, combined with scalable back-end solutions using .NET Core. His expertise spans:

💡 Architecting robust, high-performance applications 🧠
🌍 Merging technical excellence with user-centered design 🎯
📱 Problem-solving and innovation in modern web development 🚀

🚀 Don’t Miss This Chance to Learn from a Full-Stack Expert! 🚀

🔗 RSVP Now: 👉 Secure Your Spot

💥 Be there. Be inspired. Be ready to level up! 💥

#DevDialogue #FullStackDevelopment #TechInnovation #SoftwareEngineering #CareerGrowth #GDGOnCampus

🚀🔥 SOLIDITY BOOTCAMP STARTS TOMORROW! 🔥🚀

💡 Want to break into Web3? No experience? NO PROBLEM! 😎 We’re bringing you a hands-on Solidity Bootcamp where you’ll learn smart contracts, blockchain basics, and real-world coding projects! 💻✨

🎯 Why join?
✅ Hands-on coding with real projects 👨‍💻
✅ Expert mentorship from top Web3 pros 🎓
✅ Exclusive perks & a thriving community 🌍🔥

⚡ BEGINNER? No worries! 🙌 We’ve got a 2-day onboarding session with our technical mentor so you can catch up fast and join the bootcamp! 🚀

📅 When? 🗓️ Saturday, April 5 | ⏰ 4 - 6 PM | 📍 Google Meet

👥 Join our community & secure your spot now! 👉 https://meet.google.com/ity-qjvz-iqk

💥 Don’t miss out on this game-changing opportunity! Let’s build the future together! 🔥💎

@BaDEthiopia #SolidityBootcamp 🚀 #Web3 💻 #Blockchain 🔗 #SmartContracts 📜 #BuildWithBaD 🌍 #TechForAll 🎯

✨ Ready to Redefine What’s Possible?

The stage is set. The stories are powerful. The energy? 🔥

Now all that’s missing is you.

Join us for Women Techmakers Addis: Women Who Redefine What’s Possible – IWD 2025

🗓 April 12, 2025
📍 DxValley 2.0 Incubation Center
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM


Register here 👉 https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-addis-presents-women-techmakers-addis-presents-women-who-redefine-whats-possible-iwd-2025/

Come for the inspiration. Stay for the impact.

We can’t wait to see you there!

#WTMAddis #WTMIWD #RedefinePossible #GDGAddis #WomenInTech #WTMHackathon2025 #ReachForChange #COOP #ITC_NTFV

🧠Do you crave new knowledge and want to improve yourself, but struggle to find the time to read entire books? Maybe you're overwhelmed by choices, unsure which book is worth the commitment, or simply prefer bite-sized learning?

Introducing Bits of Wisdom by Panastra-labs – your daily shortcut to powerful ideas.

It's a unique Telegram system designed for busy minds. Here's how it works:

⚔️ Community-Powered Library: Users like you upload books they find valuable using our simple Telegram bot.
⚔️ Daily Book Spotlight: Each day, we select one book from our diverse, growing collection.
⚔️ Bite-Sized Insights: Throughout the day, our channel delivers 4 concise, powerful lessons extracted directly from that book.
⚔️ Read More if You Love It: Think the book is for you? Download the full book instantly with a simple command in our Telegram bot.

Discover new perspectives and expand your horizons, just a few minutes at a time. Stop letting 'no time' be a barrier to your growth.

channel: @bits_of_wisdom
bot (to upload or download books): @thehighhhbot

🚀 Ready to Join Us For Today's Dev Dialogue? 🚀

Join us for an exclusive Dev Dialogue session with Birhan Nega Full Stack Developer, software engineering expert, and tech innovator! 💡💻

📅 LIVE IN 20 MINTUES

🚀 Don’t Miss This Chance to Learn from a Full-Stack Expert! 🚀

🔗 RSVP Now: 👉 Secure Your Spot

💥 Be there. Be inspired. Be ready to level up! 💥

#DevDialogue #FullStackDevelopment #TechInnovation #SoftwareEngineering #CareerGrowth #GDGOnCampus

Dev Dialogue Has Officially Started!

Join the meeting: https://meet.google.com/ucq-sqvs-nbn

💥 Be there. Be inspired. Be ready to level up! 💥

#DevDialogue #FullStackDevelopment #TechInnovation #SoftwareEngineering #CareerGrowth #GDGOnCampus

Birhan Nega has joined the call!

Hello everyone, we are now making our map playground (not the API) available to everyone in Ethiopia. I hope this will give you an idea of what we offer, so give it a try and let us know what you think, especially the parts you dislike. I personally love the directional API's instructions. If you have any comments or recommendations, kindly leave them here. For a better experience, use a PC. The link is https://docs.gebeta.app/map-playground in case you missed it.

🎙 Dev Dialogue with Abel Tsegaye: Crafting Scalable Solutions at Google 🎙

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Abel Tsegaye, a highly organized and dynamic Software Engineer at Google with a passion for coding and delivering high-quality solutions. Abel’s experience spans across multiple industries, from fintech to travel, and he brings a deep understanding of mobile and web development. He emphasizes crafting scalable, efficient, and robust solutions, all while maintaining a strong focus on craftsmanship and excellence.

Tune in as Abel shares insights into his journey, how he handles complex challenges, and his experiences working at leading global companies like Google and Moni Africa.

Who is Abel Tsegaye?

Abel Tsegaye is a full-time Software Engineer at Google with a rich background in building scalable and efficient mobile applications. With experience working at Moni Africa (YC W22), Eskalate, 1888 EC, and even interning at Google with the Fitbit team, Abel’s expertise spans a wide range of technologies. He is driven by a passion for delivering innovative solutions, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and communication in teams.

Key Highlights:

🎯 From Ethiopia to Google: Abel talks about his journey from growing up in Ethiopia to landing his role at Google. His passion for software engineering, the key projects he worked on, and the lessons he learned along the way.

🚀 Getting to Google: Abel discusses how he navigated his path to Google through startup experiences and co-founding Eskalate. His journey will inspire developers aiming for big tech.

💡 Advice for Developers: Abel shares valuable advice for developers on how to grow, stay motivated, and make an impact—whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up.

🌱 Challenges and Key Lessons: Abel recounts the challenges he faced in startups and big tech, including leading mobile development for fintech and travel platforms. His insights into overcoming obstacles and learning from each experience are essential takeaways.

⚖️ Startups vs. Big Tech: With experience in both environments, Abel discusses the differences between the innovative freedom of startups and the structure of big tech, offering advice on what developers can learn from both.

Why Watch This Video?

This episode is a must-watch for developers and tech enthusiasts alike. Abel Tsegaye offers practical advice on building scalable products, choosing the right tech stack, and thriving in global tech environments like Google. His journey, from fintech to travel platforms, is full of valuable lessons for anyone interested in building impactful solutions. 🌟💻

Watch Now: https://youtu.be/6_cDpO-ez_U?si=LQMWEBOkelrPlSv6

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