1 Hackathon

2 Robotics

3 Tech Talks on Topics

4 Virtual Reality

Hackathon:

 

What is Hackathon?

 

A hackathon is a timed event in which individuals or teams made up of to collaborate intensively on creative projects, team/individual will invent and generate new ideas to solve the problems.

What happens in a Hackathon ?

The aim is to design, build and present the most innovative solution to a problem, and then pitch a final concept, prototype or presentation to the judges, you should be able to describe, demonstrate and explain your ideas to real world problem solving.

Note: Participants need to bring their own laptop to participate in the hackathon.

Benefits but not limited to:

Invent and generate new ideas, a space to explore different ideas, learn new skills and technologies, team formation/building, coding sessions and workshop will provide the foundation and learn as you move on, clearly define problem statement and categories to resolve, improve communication and leadership skills, new friends of your interest and skills.

Requirements:

Note: Participants need to bring their own laptop to participate in the hackathon.

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hackathon schedule

ICNA MAS Convention 2026 - AI Hackathon - Room 332
Saturday, May 23th 2026 Youth AI Hackathon Ages 10-18 - Registration fee $25
Title Description Timings
Check-In & Arrival 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Welcome + Introduction Overview of the hackathon, schedule, and expectations. Introduction to AI in simple terms, examples of what teams can build, and explanation of judging criteria and prizes. 2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
AI Tools Training Hands-on introduction to beginner-friendly AI tools like Teachable Machine and Scratch. Participants will learn how to train simple models and build interactive projects. 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Team Formation Participants form teams, introduce themselves, and decide on a project idea. Teams should choose a simple, creative concept they can realistically build today. 4:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Building Session #1 Teams begin working on their projects by setting up tools, defining goals, and building initial features. Mentors will walk around to guide, answer questions, and help troubleshoot. 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
Asr Break 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Building Session #2 Teams continue developing their projects, improving functionality and design. Focus on completing a working version and preparing for presentations. Mentors provide ongoing support. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Maghrib Break 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Team Presentations Each team presents their project, explaining their idea, how they used AI, and demonstrating their final product. 9:00 PM - 9:45 PM
Award Ceremony Judges announce the top teams and distribute prizes. Closing remarks and celebration of all participants. 10:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Tech Talks - Room 330

 
   
ICNA MAS Convention 2026 - Tech Talks - Room 330
Day Timings Speakers Topic




Saturday (May23rd ) 2:00 - 2:40 pm Darraj Hossain Data for Everything ( Business, ML, AI)
2:45 - 3:30 pm Dr. Kaisar Alam AI for School Success: The Smart & Ethical Guide for Students, Teachers, and Parents
3:45 pm-4:30 pm Arif Sufi Application of AI in Healthcare
4:35-5:15 pm Ikram Muhammad Let Artificial Intelligence (AI) Do the Work
6:00 - 6:40 pm Imtiaz Fazal From Job Seekers to Job Creators: Rebuilding Economic Strength in the Ummah
6:45 - 7:30 pm Dr. Ahmed Gomaa Technology and the future of our Ummah
9:00 pm-9:45 pm Khalil Minhas Public involvement in project management
9:50 pm-10:30 pm Khurram Hussain Entrepreneurship for Youth
Sunday (May 24th) 10:00 am-11:15 am Shamoon Siddiqui Robotics: The Next Revolution. Don’t Be Left Behind
11:30 am-12:15 pm Dr. Mo Medwani LLMs, Gen AI;"Generative AI and LLMs: The Future of Intelligent Automation"
12:20 pm-1:00 pm Ikram Muhammad Digital-Age Parenting: Balancing Tech, Boundaries, and Connection
2:00 pm-2:45 pm Atif Salaam / Shad Imam AI, Agents and the Islamic Ethos. Autonomy, Accountability, and Faith
2:50 pm-3:30 pm Fazal Mohammed / Rizwan Tahoti AI Progression and Career Choices
3:45 pm-4:15 pm Baari Mohammed Cyber Security Awareness
4:15 pm-5:00 pm Abdur Raqeeb Career Path in Technology Professions
9:30 pm-11:00 pm Tech Talk Speakers Beyond the Panel Meet the Speakers

Dr. Ahmed Gomaa

Ikram Muhammad

Dr. Mo Medwani, Ph. D

Darraj Hossain

Imtiaz Fazal

Dr. Ahmed Gomaa

Shamoon Siddiqui

Abdur Raqeeb

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Saturday, May 24th 2025
Speaker Name Title/Topics Timings
Main Session 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Darraj Hossain Data for Everything (Business, ML, AI) 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Dr. Ahmed Gomaa Ph.D. Cryptocurrency & NFTs 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
TBD TBD 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Ikram Muhammad Let Artificial Intelligence (AI) Do the Work 4:45 PM – 5:30 PM
Imtiaz Fazal Agile Project Management with Scrum 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ahmed Gomaa Technology and the Future of Our Ummah 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Sunday, May 25th 2025
Speaker Name Title/Topics Timings
Ikram Muhammad Digital-Age Parenting: Balancing Tech, Boundaries, and Connection 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Shamoon Siddiqui Robotics: The Next Revolution. Don’t Be Left Behind 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Ikram Muhammad Staying Safe Online: What Everyone Needs to Know 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Ikram Muhammad & Abdur Raqeeb Career Paths in Technology Professions 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Mo Medwani Generative AI and LLMs: The Future of Intelligent Automation 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
 

What is Hackathon?

 

A hackathon is a timed event in which individuals or teams made up of to collaborate intensively on creative projects, team/individual will invent and generate new ideas to solve the problems.

What happens in a Hackathon ?

The aim is to design, build and present the most innovative solution to a problem, and then pitch a final concept, prototype or presentation to the judges, you should be able to describe, demonstrate and explain your ideas to real world problem solving.

Benefits but not limited to:

Invent and generate new ideas, a space to explore different ideas, learn new skills and technologies, team formation/building, coding sessions and workshop will provide the foundation and learn as you move on, clearly define problem statement and categories to resolve, improve communication and leadership skills, new friends of your interest and skills.

Requirements:

Note: Participants need to bring their own laptop to participate in the hackathon.

Register for the Hackathon at the below button using your ICNA CON 2025 registration code

Register Here

Age Requirements

  • We have two Hackathon group categories:
    1) Youth Hackathon -11 to 19 years
    2) Professional Development Hackathon – 20+ years

     

DATE & Time

  • All Day Saturday & Sunday

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Location

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  • Room # 332

Registration Fee

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  • Registration $25 which includes Coding Session and Workshop.
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Robotics

 
  • Data Science
  • Parenting in Digital age
  • Artificial Intelligence and Muslim Ummah
  • Cybersecurity Awareness
  • Agile Project Management & Transformation
  • Cyber Security Profession as Career and more..

DATE & Time

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  • Saturday and Sunday

Location

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  • Room # 331

Registration Fee

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  • $25
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Tech Talks on Topics:

 
  • Data Science
  • Parenting in Digital age
  • Artificial Intelligence and Muslim Ummah
  • Cybersecurity Awareness
  • Agile Project Management & Transformation
  • Cyber Security Profession as Career and more..

DATE & Time

Coming Soon

  • Saturday and Sunday

Location

Coming Soon

  • Room # 330

Registration Fee

Coming Soon

  • Open/Free
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Schedule

Virtual Reality:

 
  • Virtual Reality showcase
  • Virtual Reality Sessions

What is Hackathon?

What happens in a Hackathon ?

Benefits but not limited to:

Invent and generate new ideas, a space to explore different ideas, learn new skills and technologies, team formation/building, coding sessions and workshop will provide the foundation and learn as you move on, clearly define problem statement and categories to resolve, improve communication and leadership skills, new friends of your interest and skills.

Age Requirements:

We have two Hackathon group categories:

1) Youth Hackathon -11 to 19 years
2) Professional Development Hackathon - 20+ years

Schedule and Requirements:

Note: Participants need to bring their own laptop to participate in the hackathon.

Click Here to learn more about Youth Hackathon

Click Here to learn more about Professional Development Hackathon 

Registration Fee:

Registration $25 which includes Coding Session and Workshop.