Learn AI. Build real projects.
Together in Kanpur.
theprogrammers is a community of students and developers in Kanpur. We run free hands-on workshops on AI and open-weight models, and mini hackathons where you build and deploy real projects.
Three ways to get involved
Start wherever you are. Total beginner or already shipping, there's a place for you here.
Community
Meet students and developers in Kanpur. Share what you're building, get help, and find teammates and mentors.
Join the communityFree AI workshop
Hands-on training on AI and open-weight models, from running your first model to building a complete project.
See the workshopMini hackathon
On 30 October, build and deploy a project with open-weight AI models. Win T-shirts, badges, stickers and Arduino UNO Q boards.
See the hackathonFrom zero to shipped
The workshop is optional. Already know the basics? Jump straight into the hackathon.
Join the community
Sign up with your name and email to hear about new workshop batches, hackathons and meetups.
Learn at the free workshop
Understand AI and open-weight models and build your first project, online or offline in Kanpur.
Build at the hackathon
Team up, build something real with open-weight models, deploy it, and compete for prizes.
Join the community
Free to join. Get updates on workshop batches, hackathons and meetups in Kanpur.
We'll send a welcome email to confirm.
Questions, answered
Is it really free?
Yes. Joining the community, the workshop and the hackathon are all free to attend.
Who can take part?
Anyone can join the community. The workshop and hackathon are for BTech, BCA and MCA students in any semester, and freshers are welcome.
Do I need to know AI already?
No. Even if you're a beginner, fill the form. The 1-week workshop starts from the basics and teaches you everything you need before the hackathon.
Do I have to attend the workshop before the hackathon?
No, the workshop is optional. If you only know the basics, we recommend it: the 1-week training covers everything needed for the hackathon. It is open to the first 100 registrations.
Can I attend online?
The workshop runs both online and offline in Kanpur, so pick whichever suits you. The hackathon is in person on 30 October, so you need to be in Kanpur that day.
What should I bring?
A laptop and charger. For online sessions you'll also need a stable internet connection. No prior AI experience needed.