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Build with AI - Build for Clean Madurai
The Build with AI – PromptWar Hackathon was a 36-hour intensive innovation sprint organized by Google Developer Group Madurai, in collaboration with Yi Madurai. Hosted at Sethu Institute of Technology, the event brought together students, developers, and innovators to build AI-driven solutions addressing real-world urban challenges under the theme “Clean Madurai.”
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Build with Google Gemini CLI
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App Secure
**AppSecure – Protecting Your Product** Organized by GDG Cloud Madurai in association with GDG Madurai on September 5, 2026, at Pixel Web Solutions, *AppSecure* brought together developers, students, and tech enthusiasts to explore critical aspects of application security. The event featured expert insights from Honeywell Senior Engineer Nandakumar Devadoss on cybersecurity procedures and timezone-based protocols, alongside a session by GDG Organizer Aravind on securing application keys. The program concluded with a memento presentation and a networking session aimed at reinforcing a vital message for modern developers: *Build smarter. Build secure.*
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AI for Sales
**AI for Sales**, organized by **GDG Madurai** in collaboration with **TSOM Incubation Association**, brought together practical insights on AI-powered sales, lead generation, email marketing, and customer engagement. The session featured **Afzal Khan**, **Mrs. Selvalakshmi**, and **Mr. Kabilan Pandidurai**, followed by an interactive Q&A, networking, and community interactions.
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Create with Google Tools: From Idea to Prototype
A hands-on learning session that helped participants transform their hackathon ideas into professionally branded products using Google tools. From product branding, logo creation, and web design to trademarks, patent awareness, Google Flow, and Google Vids, the session brought together expert insights, practical demonstrations, and meaningful networking.
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Google for Business
Google for Business was a practical and engaging workshop held on August 21, 2026, at the CII Office in Madurai, focused on empowering the next-gen business owners, entrepreneurs, and startup founders to leverage modern Google tools to scale their operations, enhance branding, and drive data-backed growth. The collaborative initiative by Google Developer Groups (GDG) Madurai and Young Indians (Yi) covered AI-driven productivity with Gemini for Workspace, strategic branding, operational intelligence using NotebookLM, ecosystem networking, and digital visibility tools such as Google Business Profile, Google Analytics, and Google Ads.
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Create with Google AI – Creator Day 2026
Create with Google AI – Creator Day 2026, organized by GDG Cloud Madurai in association with GDG Madurai, brought together creators, developers, entrepreneurs, and AI enthusiasts for a full day of inspiring keynote sessions, live demonstrations of Google's latest AI tools, participant showcases, and community networking. The event empowered attendees with practical knowledge of generative AI while fostering innovation, collaboration, and creativity within the Madurai tech community.
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What’s New in Angular?
What’s New in Angular? brought together 65+ students, developers, and technology enthusiasts for an engaging community experience focused on modern Angular development, AI-powered project building, and inspirational insights. The event featured interactive technical sessions, Google AI Studio demonstrations, discussions on AI and strategic marketing, live project building, Q&A, and networking — creating a meaningful learning experience for the GDG Madurai community.
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Branding Your Hackathon Ideas Using Google Tools
A post-hackathon workshop that helped 65+ student innovators transform their ideas into stronger product concepts through idea validation, product branding, and Google AI tools such as Gemini, NotebookLM, Veo, and Flow. The session also covered product storytelling, trademark awareness, and practical guidance from Mr. Arunachalam N, Founder & CEO of Buiz Lab.
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Madurai for Nation | Build with AI: Code for Communities
Madurai for Nation | Build with AI: Code for Communities 2026 brought together over 450 students, developers, entrepreneurs, and AI enthusiasts to explore how Artificial Intelligence can solve real-world community challenges. Through expert talks, hands-on collaboration, and innovation, participants began building AI-powered solutions for a better future.
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Deploying Open Models on Google Kubernetes Engine
Discover how developers can deploy, scale, and manage open-source AI models on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE). This blog recaps the GDG Madurai Build with AI event, featuring hands-on demonstrations, Kubernetes best practices, and real-world cloud-native AI deployment strategies.
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n8n on Google Cloud Run - 2026 | GDG Madurai
Discover how GDG Madurai's "n8n on Google Cloud Run" community event empowered developers, students, and technology enthusiasts to explore workflow automation, cloud-native deployments, and real-world application development. Through expert-led sessions, hands-on demonstrations, and interactive discussions, participants gained practical experience with n8n, Google Cloud Platform, and Telegram bot automation while connecting with the local developer community.
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Build with AI: APL Kickoff
Build with AI: Agentic Premier League 2026 Kickoff was a focused, in-person technical session organized by Google Developer Groups (GDG) Madurai and GDG Cloud Madurai. The event aimed to introduce participants to the rapidly evolving ecosystem of Agentic AI, MCP (Model Context Protocol), offline AI systems, and practical AI workflows through real-world demonstrations and interactive discussions.
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Google I/O Connect Extended 2026 – Exploring the Future of AI, Android & Gemini | GDG Madurai
GDG Madurai successfully hosted Google I/O Connect Extended 2026 at UNIK Solutions, Madurai, bringing together developers, students, and AI enthusiasts to explore the latest announcements from Google I/O 2026. The event featured insightful sessions on Android 17, Gemini AI, Agentic AI workflows, cloud technologies, and the future of intelligent developer ecosystems, led by Kabilan Pandidurai and Dhilip S.E. The session encouraged community learning, networking, and discussions around next-generation AI-powered development workflows. Tiny groups of humans gathering in rooms to collectively process the future of artificial intelligence. Somehow still one of the best ways to learn.
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Agentic AI Open Table
The Agentic AI Open Table, organized by Google Developer Groups Madurai and GDG Cloud Madurai, explored the shift from traditional AI systems to autonomous, decision-making agents. Through industry and academic perspectives, participants gained insights into Agentic AI, Identity AI, and real-world applications.
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Dive into Application Security
Dive into Application Security by Google Developer Groups Cloud Madurai introduced developers to core security practices, vulnerability management, and the role of AI in modern cybersecurity. The session combined expert talks with practical insights, emphasizing secure coding and early integration of security in the development lifecycle. It delivered a focused, real-world learning experience while strengthening awareness and engagement within the developer community.
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Penmai - An women's day Celebration
PenmAI 2026 was conducted as part of the Women Techmakers initiative and International Women’s Day celebrations, focusing on empowering women through Artificial Intelligence and innovation. The event brought together students, aspiring technologists, and professionals in an inclusive environment to explore AI-driven concepts, emerging technologies, and real-world applications.
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SHARP 2.0 – Opportunities in the Age of AI
SHARP 2.0 was a large-scale collaborative initiative focused on exploring opportunities in Artificial Intelligence and its impact across industries. The event brought together students, professionals, and institutional leaders to discuss real-world AI applications, industry trends, and ecosystem collaboration.
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Build with AI – Build for Clean Madurai | Valedictory
The 36-Hour PromptWar Hackathon – Build with AI, Build for Clean Madurai, organized by GDG Madurai in collaboration with Yi Madurai, concluded with a valedictory ceremony at JC Residency, Madurai, on 7th March 2026, attended by around 50 participants, organizers, and community leaders. The event brought together passionate students who evolved into builders and innovators, developing AI-powered solutions aligned with the Clean Madurai mission. During the ceremony, the top 5 teams presented their solutions, and winners were recognized for their innovation, execution, and real-world impact.
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Java in Madurai
Java in Madurai – February Edition, organized by Google Developer Groups Madurai and GDG Cloud Madurai, delivered deep insights into AI systems and Open Source within the Java ecosystem. Through expert-led sessions on LLMs, embeddings, and Open Source contribution, participants gained both technical clarity and practical career direction. The event fostered strong community engagement and reinforced Madurai’s growing momentum in advanced, collaborative tech learning.
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AI - Getting Started
AI – Getting Started, organized by Google Developer Groups Madurai and GDG Cloud Madurai, introduced participants to core AI concepts, prompt engineering, and real-world AI tools through expert-led sessions. The event combined foundational learning with practical demos, enabling students and professionals to understand and apply AI in modern workflows. It delivered a high-impact, community-driven learning experience, strengthening engagement within the local developer ecosystem.
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Antigravity – Powering Next-Gen Developers
Antigravity by Google Developer Groups Madurai introduced AI-driven development workflows through expert sessions and practical demos. Participants gained hands-on insights into prompt engineering, modern AI tools, and real-world applications. The event strengthened community engagement and delivered a focused, high-impact learning experience.
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Devfest 2025
GDG DevFest Madurai 2025 (10th Edition) brought together 500+ developers, professionals, and founders to celebrate a decade of community-driven learning and innovation. The event featured expert-led sessions, workshops, and discussions across AI, GenAI, Cloud, and modern development practices, delivering strong technical and collaborative value. It marked a significant milestone by strengthening ecosystem engagement and reinforcing GDG Madurai’s impact on the regional developer community.
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