Info Session on Google Solution Challenge 2025 Event Report

Info Session on Google Solution Challenge 2025

Event Title: Info Session on Google Solution Challenge 2025
Date: December 8, 2024
Mode: Online
Venue: Google Meet
Organiser: GDG SRCASW in collab with GDG MAIT, in TECH WINTER BREAK SERIES
Speaker: Shubham Pitekar, Co-founder of SpoonShare and Global Top 3 Finalist,
Google Solution Challenge 2023
Number of Registrations: 70
Turnout: 51

Event Overview:

The online session, part of the Tech Winter Break Series, introduced participants to the Google Solution Challenge 2025 and provided insights into building impactful solutions around the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The session was conducted by Shubham Pitekar, whose journey with SpoonShare as a Google Solution Challenge 2023 finalist inspired attendees to
think innovatively and aim high.
The event highlighted the challenge’s structure, key milestones, and tips for success, focusing on leveraging Google technologies like Firebase, Flutter, and Google Maps API. Participants also gained practical knowledge about forming eƯective teams, identifying impactful problem statements, and using recommended tools to build scalable solutions.

Highlights of the Event:

 Prominent Speaker: Shubham Pitekar shared his journey of building SpoonShare, a mobile app designed to combat food wastage and hunger, and detailed how his team progressed through the stages of the Google Solution Challenge.
 Understanding the Challenge: The session explained the core objectives of the Google Solution Challenge, emphasizing the importance of aligning projects with the 17 SDGs.
 Insights on Technology Stack:
 Firebase: For backend solutions, including authentication, real-time database, and cloud storage.
 Flutter: To build cross-platform applications eƯiciently.
 Google Maps API: For geolocation and mapping services.
 Team Formation Tips: Attendees learned how to form balanced teams with members skilled in app development, UI/UX design, pitching, and project management.
 Mentorship and Iteration: The speaker emphasized the role of mentorship, iteration based on feedback, and maintaining well-documented GitHub repositories for success in the challenge.

Event Timeline:

The session began with an insightful introduction to the Google Solution Challenge 2025 by Shubham Pitekar, who shared an overview of the challenge’s mission to address the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He emphasized the importance of identifying impactful problem statements and highlighted the global reach of the challenge, which includes participation from over 115 countries and thousands of teams worldwide.

The core segment of the event focused on Shubham’s journey with SpoonShare, a mobile app designed to combat food wastage and hunger. He detailed the steps his team took, from identifying the problem to building a prototype, incorporating feedback from mentors, and iterating on their solution. He also shared technical insights, including the use of Firebase for backend services, Flutter for cross-platform app development, and Google Maps API for geolocation functionality. This segment provided attendees with a practical understanding of how to approach the challenge effectively.
The session also included an interactive Q&A segment, where participants sought guidance on team formation, choosing suitable technologies, and navigating the various stages of the challenge. Shubham answered queries with actionable advice,drawing from his experience as a Global Top 3 Finalist in the Google Solution Challenge 2023. He emphasized the importance of leveraging mentorship opportunities, maintaining well-documented GitHub repositories, and ensuring impactful solutions.
The session concluded with closing remarks, where Shubham encouraged
participants to explore the challenge further using available resources like Google’s official documentation and tutorials. He also shared his contact information for continued support and expressed his enthusiasm for seeing innovative projects from the attendees in the upcoming challenge. The organizers from GDG SRCASW and GDG MAIT extended their gratitude to Shubham and the participants for making the event a success.

Key Outcomes:

 Motivation to Participate: The session inspired attendees to think creatively and confidently participate in the Google Solution Challenge.
 Practical Insights: Participants left with a clear understanding of the tools, strategies, and resources needed to succeed in the challenge.
 Community Building: The event fostered connections among attendees,encouraging collaboration and innovation.

Conclusion:

The Info Session on Google Solution Challenge 2025 was a resounding success,equipping participants with the knowledge and inspiration to create impactful solutions aligned with the 17 SDGs. The collaboration between GDG SRCASW and GDG MAIT ensured a seamless and enriching experience, reinforcing the mission of empowering developers to leverage technology for social good.This event has set the stage for participants to embark on their journey in the Google Solution Challenge, armed with the tools and insights needed to make a difference.