Solvro Summer Challenge!

Registrations are ongoing: https://eventownik.solvro.pl/wakacyjne-wyzwanie-solvro

Solvro Summer Challenge 2025 is an educational initiative carried out by the Strategic Science Club Solvro. The project is aimed at students, high school graduates admitted to Wrocław Tech, and high school students who want to develop their skills in the IT industry and related fields. The event aims to support the development of both technical and soft skills in a friendly atmosphere, with a focus on practice, collaboration, and real-world application of acquired knowledge.

As part of the program, participants have the opportunity to choose at least one of the eight thematic paths, led by Solvro members with practical experience and a passion for sharing knowledge. The classes are held as weekly online meetings combined with practical tasks to be completed independently between sessions. At the end of each path, participants complete an individual project that summarizes the skills acquired. The initiative will culminate in an on-site event in Wrocław, where the best projects will be presented, and participants will receive course completion certificates.

The project is completely free, and the organizers place special importance on the quality of the materials, openness to people of different skill levels, and building an engaged community.

Below we present brief descriptions of the available paths:

 

Backend

This path focuses on building modern, scalable server applications. Ideal for those interested in creating business logic, data management, and building reliable APIs. This course covers:

• principles of REST API design,

• working with the NestJS framework in a Node.js environment,

• basics of code testing and software quality assurance,

• practical aspects of backend performance and application security.

Frontend

The Frontend path is a choice for those who want to learn to build dynamic, responsive, and aesthetic web applications using popular frontend technologies. The course includes:

• advanced work in the React library,

• creating responsive and modern user interfaces,

• web application optimization,

• participation in a mini-hackathon summing up the acquired knowledge.

Mobile

For those who want to build mobile applications available on both Android and iOS. The Mobile path will allow you to create your own mobile application from scratch. The curriculum includes:

• building complete applications in Flutter,

• backend integration and user authentication handling,

• designing modern, responsive interfaces,

• preparing applications for publication on Google Play and App Store.

 

DevOps 

A path for those interested in systems operation from the infrastructure side, containerization, and process automation, this course shows how modern tech companies manage IT processes. During the course, you can learn:

• container management using Docker and Kubernetes,

• CI/CD process automation,

• basics of monitoring and managing application security,

• effective deployment and scaling of modern applications

Machine Learning

This path enables a solid step towards practical ML projects for those interested in artificial intelligence. The course does not require prior AI experience, but a basic knowledge of programming (Python) is recommended. The course includes:

• introduction to machine learning and artificial intelligence,

• building your own ML models from scratch,

• working with neural networks and libraries such as scikit-learn and TensorFlow,

• developing data analysis and engineering problem-solving skills.

 

Project Management

This path is the ideal choice for those who want to develop managerial skills and understand how to effectively organize and lead teams in a project environment. The course is focused on practical preparation for the role of a leader, both in technical and interdisciplinary teams. As part of the course:

• building and effectively managing project teams,

• applying popular methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban,

• developing leadership and project management skills in an IT environment,

• preparing project documentation and effective team communication.

Promotion 

The Promotion path prepares you to build an effective image on social media both as a private person and as a project. Ideal for future marketing specialists or those running their own projects. This course covers:

• managing profiles on popular social media platforms,

• principles of personal branding,

• basics of video editing in CapCut and Adobe Premiere Pro,

• creating engaging promotional materials.

 

Hardware 

This path is aimed at those interested in the physical aspect of technology, ranging from the basics of electronics to building working devices. The course curriculum includes:

• • designing 3D models and operating 3D printers,

  • using microcontrollers in your own projects,

  • introduction to the field of digital electronics,

  • creating simple electronic circuits.

Registrations are ongoing: https://eventownik.solvro.pl/wakacyjne-wyzwanie-solvro