Recap: DPICS Annual Tech Symposium & Project Showcase 2026
Highlights, student project winners, keynote speeches, and industry panel discussions from our largest annual gathering on campus.
Celebrating Innovation Across Disciplines
Last weekend, Dhaka Polytechnic Institute Computing Society held its Annual Tech Symposium & Project Showcase 2026 at the institute's Central Auditorium.
With over 600 student attendees, 38 exhibited hardware and software projects, and esteemed guest speakers from the tech industry, the event was our most successful symposium to date!
Event Highlights & Keynotes
Keynote 1: "The Era of Applied AI in Bangladesh"
Our keynote speaker, Lead Engineer at a prominent regional fintech firm, shared practical insights on how machine learning models are transforming fraud detection, micro-credit scoring, and vernacular NLP applications in Bangladesh.
Keynote 2: "From Polytechnic to Silicon Valley: Career Roadmap"
An inspiring alumni panel discussion highlighting career transitions, remote engineering opportunities, and the importance of open-source contributions.
Outstanding Projects in the Showcase
Out of 38 submitted projects, an expert judge panel awarded the following teams:
- Best Overall Project: IoT-Based Flood Early Warning & Telemetry System (Team SensorNet)
- Best Software Innovation: Bangla Braille to Speech Converter Mobile App (Team Drishti)
- Best Robotics Project: Autonomous Floor Disinfection Rover for Hospitals (Team MechaCare)
Looking Forward
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the faculty advisors, organizing volunteers, and campus sponsors who made this grand gathering possible. Check out the symposium photo gallery in our social channels and prepare for our upcoming summer tech initiatives!