DayZero

DayZero was a flagship hackathon organized by CodeNex, SRMIST, designed to bring together aspiring innovators, developers, and problem-solvers to transform ideas into impactful technological solutions. With over 3,000 participants, the event was highlighted as South India’s Largest Hackathon in CodeNex’s 2025 club brochure. The hackathon provided a platform for participants to explore innovative ideas, collaborate in teams, apply their technical skills, and develop creative solutions to real-world challenges. By encouraging hands-on development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and out-of-the-box thinking, DayZero 1.0 reflected CodeNex’s commitment to fostering innovation and bridging the gap between academic learning and practical experience. The event marked a significant milestone in CodeNex’s journey of building a vibrant student technology community driven by creativity, collaboration, and technological excellence.