Women in AI & Robotics is a global network of experts in artificial intelligence and robotics. At the SICK Solution Hackathon, five young women from the association put their skills and expertise to use advanced hardware and software to solve challenges faced in everyday life and industry. They were part of a group of more than 100 participants from 16 countries who were given just 48 hours to develop innovative iot solutions. We spoke to Nathanya Queby Satriani (21) and Mouna Albaccouch (30) about their motivations, their experience in IT, and their role in Women in AI & Robotics.

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Taking part in a Hackathon, Nathanya Queby Satriani hopes to gain more hands-on experience by working with real hardware.

For you personally and for your team, what are your expectations for the SICK Solution Hackathon?

Queby: In my learning experience, the emphasis has been more on the theoretical and systems programming side. From the Hackathon, I hope to gain more hands-on experience with real hardware, and I’m looking forward to meeting the Women in AI & Robotics team in person. Since I am currently living in Austria and most of the team members live elsewhere, I have never met them in person. They all come from different countries and different backgrounds. As a team, we look forward to learning new things and solving problems together.

Mouna: For me, the SICK Solution Hackathon is a great networking opportunity. There are many people from all over the world, and there are also some big companies offering support during the event. This is a great opportunity to learn about and use the technologies available in the market. I want to get to know the quality people on the Women in AI & Robotics team better. We will do our best to contribute to society with our solutions.