TNI Bureau: The vibrant city of Bhubaneswar hosted the Indic Wikimedia Hackathon 2024, a three-day national-level event held from December 20 to 22. Organized by the Indic Wikimedia Developers User Group and the Odia Wikimedia User Group, the hackathon brought together more than 50 participants from across India, all united by their passion for open-source technology and linguistic diversity.
Participants collaborated on creating tools, developing scripts, and fixing technical issues to enhance the Wikimedia Foundation’s platforms. Contributions focused on supporting Indian-language Wikipedias and promoting inclusivity in the digital space.
Key highlights of the event included:
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➡️Designing tools and scripts to improve the user experience for Wikipedia contributors and readers.
➡️Resolving technical challenges and optimizing Wikimedia’s open-source platforms.
➡️Supporting the growth and accessibility of Indian-language content online.
➡️Beyond the intense coding sessions, participants had the opportunity to explore Bhubaneswar’s cultural heritage, including a guided tour of the Khandagiri Caves, organized by the Detour Team.
“This hackathon is a celebration of technology and culture, combining efforts to preserve linguistic diversity with innovations that benefit millions of Wikimedia users,” said a representative of the Indic Wikimedia Developers User Group.
The Indic Wikimedia Hackathon 2024 not only demonstrated the strength of India’s open-source community but also highlighted the potential of technology in bridging cultural and digital divides.
For updates on future events and initiatives, visit the official pages of the Indic Wikimedia Developers User Group and Odia Wikimedia User Group.
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