The Call for Code Global Challenge is an initiative aimed at addressing the significant disparities in access to essential resources such as clean water, safe housing, education, and fair representation, particularly for women and underserved communities hosted by Persistent System at Pune Facility. These inequalities are exacerbated by the impacts of climate change, which strain already limited resources and highlight shortcomings in current protective measures. In this context, generative AI emerges as a crucial tool with the potential to tackle these pressing challenges, reduce inequality, and improve the quality of life for those most affected.
By participating in the 7th Annual Call for Code Global Challenge, teams will not only enhance their skills in emerging technologies but also engage in solving real-world challenges. This initiative promotes open-source solutions using generative AI to improve equitable access to resources and opportunities for everyone. Participants will benefit from access to expert technical mentors, training resources, and events, all while contributing to impactful technology solutions aimed at addressing global sustainability issues.
What is the “Call for Code” Global Challenge?
The Call for Code Global Challenge aims to address the uneven access to essential resources like clean water, safe housing, education, and fair representation, particularly for women and underserved communities. Climate change exacerbates these disparities, straining limited resources and highlighting the flaws in current protections. In this context, generative AI is positioned as a powerful tool to tackle these urgent issues and reduce inequality, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for those most affected.
Call For Code launched in 2018, Call for Code is the largest global initiative focused on using technology for social good. We invite developers, innovators, and problem-solvers from universities, startups, and enterprises worldwide to create and contribute innovative tech solutions that address pressing social and humanitarian issues. Our goal is to ensure that the best solutions are implemented to make a meaningful impact. With the world facing complex and interconnected challenges, we believe technology has the power to drive positive change.
Who Should Participate in Call for Code?
- Builders: The tech experts on your team, skilled in transforming ideas into practical solutions through digital innovation.
- Designers: UX specialists who ensure that solutions are user-friendly and visually appealing, bringing creative flair to technical challenges.
- Communicators: Strategic thinkers who simplify complex concepts and inspire action, crucial for articulating the problem and how the solution can make a meaningful impact.
- Humanitarians: Altruistic individuals who grasp the complexities of social issues and are dedicated to developing impactful solutions.
Judging Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated based on the following criteria, each scored from 0 to 20 points, with the final score being the average of the judges’ evaluations:
- Completeness and Transferability (5 Points)
- Effectiveness and Efficiency (5 Points)
- Design and Usability (5 Points)
- Creativity and Innovation (5 Points)
Opportunities for Participants
University students on the top three winning teams will also be eligible for:
- Exploration of IBM job opportunities
- Option to be matched with an IBM mentor
According to the 2024 Call for Code Global Challenge guidelines and the participation agreement, submissions can include a variety of materials such as:
- Code: The actual programming code that constitutes the solution.
- Project Entry Information: Details about the project, including its goals and functionalities.
- Team Participant Information: Information about team members and their roles.
- Demonstration Videos: Videos showcasing how the solution works and its impact.
- Promotional Materials: Videos and other content that describe the submission and highlight its significance.
- Documentation: Supporting documents that provide additional context and information about the project.
Join the Challenge
Enhance your skills in emerging technologies while addressing real-world challenges by participating in the 7th Annual Call for Code Global Challenge. Design an open-source solution in the cloud using generative AI to improve equitable access to essential resources and opportunities for all. Compete for a chance to win USD 50,000 and gain recognition within the Persistent and IBM communities.
Participants will also have the opportunity to grow their AI, cloud, and other emerging tech skills through access to expert technical mentors, training resources, and events. Join us in leveraging open innovation to create impactful technology solutions that tackle global sustainability issues in unique and demonstrable ways.
Overall, the 2024 Call for Code Global Challenge presents a unique opportunity for innovators to leverage their skills in addressing critical global issues. By inviting submissions that encompass a range of materials, from code and project details to promotional videos and documentation, the challenge encourages comprehensive and creative solutions. Participants will not only contribute to meaningful change but also enhance their expertise in emerging technologies. This collaborative effort aims to harness the power of generative AI and open-source solutions to create a more equitable world.
