Join us for the Auraflix Hackathon Kickoff, where innovation meets opportunity! This session will highlight the significance of Auraflix, its vision, and how it empowers creators, developers, and problem-solvers. We’ll also explore the hackathon culture, emphasizing its role in fostering creativity, collaboration, and rapid innovation. Whether you're a seasoned coder or a first-time hacker, this event will set the stage for an exciting journey of learning and building. Get ready to network, brainstorm, and turn bold ideas into reality. Let’s ignite the spirit of hacking and make this an unforgettable experience! 🚀

CEO & Founder

Rahul Kumar

Auraflix Hackathon Kickoff

Pre-Event

We don’t just see you as students chasing placements—we see you as **future leaders**, **innovators**, and **game changers** climbing the corporate ladder over the next **10 years**. The journey ahead isn’t just about landing a job; it’s about **thriving, growing, and mastering the art of long-term success**.  

And to guide you on this path, we have a **master in the field**, someone who has walked the road, faced the challenges, and unlocked the **keys to sustained career growth**. Get ready to gain **powerful insights**, **actionable strategies**, and the **mindset shift** needed to accelerate your professional journey.  

Stay tuned, take notes, and get ready to **level up!** 🚀🔥

Head of Engineering  -Wiom , Ex-CTO of CARS24

Marut Singh

Developing a Growth Mindset – Unlocking Your Future!

Hey everyone!!! 🚀🎉  

I’m **Gungun Panchal**, a **CSE student at NIT Surat**, an **ex-Amazon intern**, and just like many of you, I started out with **zero clue** about where to begin in tech. 😅 I had **big dreams**, tons of **curiosity**, but also a lot of *"Am I even good enough?"* moments. 🤯  

Fast forward a bit—I’ve **built cool projects**, **cracked hackathons**, **interned at Amazon**, and even got **featured in a podcast**. 🎤✨ But let me tell you, it **wasn’t a smooth ride**. It was all about **figuring things out**, **failing (a lot)**, and **constantly leveling up**. 🔥  

Today, I’m here to **keep it real** with you all—**no sugarcoating**. 🛑🍬 We’ll talk about the **struggles**, the **wins**, and the **exact roadmap** I’d follow if I were **starting fresh in web dev today**. 🌐💻  

Plus, this isn’t just me talking—I want to **hear your questions, thoughts, and doubts too**! 🗣️💬  

So, let’s make this **fun, interactive, and super useful**. 🎯🎊 Drop your **questions**, and let’s **crack the code** to a strong **web dev journey together**! 🚀🔥

Software Engineer

Gungun Panchal

My Journey as a Fresher

Exploring how a profound understanding of systems drives effective problem-solving, enabling innovative solutions, informed decisions, and long-term success.

Vichitr Gandas

Mastering Problem-Solving Through Deep System Understanding

Event

The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here! After an intense battle of innovation, creativity, and problem-solving, it’s time to crown the champions of AuraFlix Hackathon 2025! 🎉


This hackathon wasn’t just about winning—it was about **leveling up, making memories, and vibing with some of the smartest minds out there**! You’re walking away with **an experience to flex, a night full of unforgettable moments, friends to hype this up with, and a killer network to team up with for future hackathons**. This wasn’t just a competition—it was a **next-level adventure!** 🚀🔥


Let’s celebrate the brilliance and hard work of our winners as we proceed with the prize distribution ceremony. 🎊🔥

Winner Announcement & Prize Distribution!

post-event

Wiom

Spotnana

Auraflix

🎬 **The Real Scenario**
It actually happened. The world tuned in for the epic **Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight** on Netflix. The knockout moment arrived—and **Netflix lagged** right then. Millions missed the action. The frustration was real.

Even the biggest streaming giants face challenges under massive loads. During the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023, **59 million viewers** watched simultaneously, setting a world record. Handling such huge concurrency without lag is still a complex challenge.

But here’s **your unique mission:**

✅ **User schedules? Already known.**
✅ **All videos? Pre-stored and ready.**
✅ **Personalized video sequences? Pre-calculated for each user—like Instagram Reels.**
✅ **Global stream kickoff time? 00:00 Hours.**
🚨 **Optimization of compute and storage? A must-have.**

Now comes the **real test:**
No matter when a user logs in—whether at 00:00, 00:15, or 03:00—they must see **exactly the video they’re supposed to be watching at that moment** in their personalized sequence, as if they had been watching from the start.

💡 **Your Challenge**
**Design a scalable and cost-efficient streaming system** that:

- Syncs personalized video streams to a global timeline.
- Delivers lag-free playback for millions of users—anytime they join.
- **Optimizes compute and storage** without compromising user experience.

🔍 **Key Problems to Solve:**

- How will you synchronize streams for late joiners so they pick up the exact video in their sequence without manual seeking?
- How can you ensure uninterrupted streams without buffering when millions log in at unpredictable times?
- How will you **minimize compute usage and storage costs** while handling massive concurrent streams?
- What smart **caching, pre-fetching, and load-balancing strategies** will you implement for optimal performance?

⚡ **Why This Challenge Stands Out**

- **Perfect Timing for Everyone:** Users logging in at any time must see the exact video corresponding to the global schedule.
- **Massive Scale, Zero Lag:** Millions of personalized streams running concurrently—can your solution handle the load?
- **No Rewinds, No Waiting:** The stream doesn’t pause—users must instantly join the flow without buffering or manual adjustments.
- **Efficiency at Scale:** Delivering this experience while **optimizing compute and storage** is the real deal-breaker.

🌐 **What You’ll Be Building**

- A system that dynamically syncs pre-stored video chunks to a global timeline.
- Real-time adaptive streaming for buttery-smooth playback tailored to each user.
- Efficient load balancing and CDN strategies for global, concurrent streaming.
- **Compute and storage-optimized workflows** to ensure scalability without skyrocketing costs.

🔥 **Are You Ready?**
The world has seen what happens when streaming fails. **Now it’s your turn to show how it should be done—flawless, synchronized, and cost-efficient.**

**#StreamSync #NoLagNoWait #HackTheStream #EfficientStreaming** 🚀

"StreamSync" – Personalized Streaming, Perfectly Timed

🚀 **The Real Challenge**

In a world where fame is just a click away, how do we truly measure lasting influence? Viral sensations fade, but how do we recognize those who stay relevant and credible over time? Unlike movies that have IMDb ratings, public figures—be it influencers, entrepreneurs, athletes, or creators—lack a universal system that fairly measures their impact and long-term relevance.
Current popularity metrics often spotlight fleeting fame, leaving long-term achievers overshadowed. This challenge is about changing that narrative.

🌟 **Your Mission**

Build a next-generation rating system that doesn’t just track popularity but values credibility, sustained relevance, and genuine impact.

Imagine a dynamic, IMDb-like platform that ranks public figures by:

- ⭐ Credibility & Trustworthiness – How credible are they in their field?
- ⏳ Fame Longevity – How long have they remained relevant?
- 📈 Meaningful Engagement – Are they influencing for the better or just trending for the moment?

Your solution should bring fairness to the forefront, distinguishing consistent achievers from short-term viral hits.

💡 **Key Challenges to Crack**
- 🔒 **Fighting Fake Fame:** How can we prevent spam reviews and manipulative ratings?
- ⚖️ **Balancing Buzz & Legacy:** Can a rising star outshine a seasoned expert? How do we measure that fairly?
- 🌐 **Staying Real-Time:** How can ratings adapt instantly with trends while staying credible?
- 🤖 **Ethics & Privacy:** Can AI be used responsibly to ensure unbiased results?

✨ **Why This Challenge Stands Out**

- 🌍 **Bridging the Fame Gap:** Move beyond followers and likes—introduce a longevity factor for fair evaluations.
- 🤖 **AI for Fairness:** Leverage smart analysis to spot genuine influence and minimize manipulation.
- 💼 **Real-World Impact:** A game-changer for recruiters, brands, and researchers hunting for credible collaborators.
- 🔄 **Dynamic & Evolving:** A rating system that changes with the times, staying fresh and relevant.

🔥 **Are You Ready to Lead the Change?**
This isn’t just another rating system—it’s a revolution in how we measure true influence. If you believe credibility matters as much as popularity and longevity deserves recognition, this challenge is for you.

**Let’s redefine fame—fairly, intelligently, and transparently.**

Are you ready to build something the digital world truly needs? 🌟
