With an audience of 427, including parents, friends, and supporters of the Computer Science Department, our final-year Computer Science students showcased their capstone projects on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the University of Pretoria’s Rautenbach Hall, Hatfield campus.
This remarkable event celebrated their hard work, innovation, and dedication throughout the year. We extend heartfelt gratitude to our committed CS staff, esteemed guests, industry clients, generous sponsors, and, most importantly, our students, who exemplified excellence in their projects.
In recognition of outstanding achievements, ten teams received awards sponsored by leading industry partners:
| Prize Name | Sponsor | Winning Team |
|---|---|---|
| Agile Process Adoption | Agile Bridge | TeckTonic |
| Algorithmic Innovation | Ex Mente | BitForge |
| Cybersecurity and Information | Naked | Y2Kode |
| Data Science: Most Innovative Use of Data | Derivco | Tech Odyssey |
| DevOps Adherence Excellence | SouthernCross Solutions | Tech Odyssey |
| Architectural Awareness | Entelect | QBee |
| Innovation | EPI-USE Labs | Janeeb |
| Software Engineering Excellence | Hensoldt | Five-Dudes |
| Exceptional Teamwork | Gendac | Phantom Works |
| Best Cloud Native Application | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | LanLords |
On behalf of the Head of Department, Dr Linda Marshall, we extend a special thank you to our prize sponsors: Agile Bridge, Derivco, Ex Mente, Entelect, EPI-USE Labs, HENSOLDT South Africa, Gendac, and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Your support has been instrumental in the success of this event.
Explore the inspiring projects here: Project Showcase