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Team Smart Metrolac from the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured first place at AgriTech Start-up Spark 2026, organized by the Young Members’ Section of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL YMS). The team emerged as the winner among 45 teams competing in the final round.<\/p>\r\n

Their project, Smart Metrolac<\/a>, is an IoT-based measurement system designed to replace traditional glass metrolacs with precision gravimetric sensing. Developed for the Sri Lankan rubber industry, the system combines real-time spoilage detection with cloud-based data tracking to improve measurement accuracy and transparency.<\/p>\r\n

Smart Metrolac aims to provide a fraud-resistant solution that supports fair trade for farmers while helping industrial collectors obtain accurate measurements. By combining sensing technology with digital records, the project seeks to build greater trust and accountability in the rubber collection process.<\/p>\r\n

The team comprised Nandun Manilgama<\/a>, Manodya Perera<\/a>, Dananja Rukshan<\/a>, and Hiyumi Suriyapperuma<\/a>. Their achievement highlights the potential of engineering innovation to address practical challenges in agriculture and industry.<\/p>\r\n

Congratulations to Team Smart Metrolac on this accomplishment and for bringing recognition to the University of Peradeniya. We wish the team continued success as they further develop their solution.<\/p>\r\n


Written by: Hirushi Adikari (Editor, Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>\r\n

 <\/p>","url":"AgriTech","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17935576197_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-11-01","created_at":"2026-11-01T18:26:51.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-11-01T18:26:51.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17935576197.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17935576197.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17935576197_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17935576197_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1500,"height":1000,"file_size":160521,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-11-01T18:26:59.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-11-01T18:27:03.000000Z"}]},{"id":57,"title":"Team AgentZero Secures Second Runner-Up at HaXtreme 5.0","description":"

Team AgentZero from the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured second runner-up (third place) at HaXtreme 5.0, an inter-university competitive programming competition. The event was organized by the IEEE Computer Society Student Branch Chapter, University of Ruhuna, in collaboration with the Computer Engineering Society (ComES).<\/p>\r\n

The Grand Finale was held on 24 October 2026 at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Galle. Following an online preliminary round, the top 40 teams advanced to the on-site final, bringing together undergraduates from universities across Sri Lanka.<\/p>\r\n

The competition challenged participants to apply their algorithmic thinking, coding abilities, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills. Team AgentZero earned a place among the finalists before achieving third place overall.<\/p>\r\n

The team comprised R. Thilakshan<\/a>, S. Vikashan<\/a>, and M. Sugirtharajan<\/a>, representing the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

This achievement reflects the team’s technical abilities, dedication, and collaboration. Congratulations to Team AgentZero on their success and for bringing recognition to PeraCom and the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

 <\/p>\r\n

Written by: Hirushi Adikari (Editor, Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>\r\n

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Mr. Romiyal George, a PhD candidate at the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya, received the CSSL National ICT Student Award - Postgraduate Category at the CSSL National ICT Awards 2025, presented during NITC 2026 by the Computer Society of Sri Lanka.<\/p>\r\n

This national recognition marks a milestone in his postgraduate research journey and brings honour to the Department of Computer Engineering and the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

Mr. George expressed his gratitude to his research supervisors, Prof. Roshan G. Ragel<\/a> and Dr. Thuseethan Selvarajah, for their invaluable guidance, constructive feedback, encouragement, and continuous support throughout his PhD journey. He also acknowledged his research collaborators for their contributions and knowledge sharing, and the Department’s academic and non-academic staff for providing a supportive research environment for his graduate studies.<\/p>\r\n

The Department of Computer Engineering extends its warmest congratulations to Mr. Romiyal George on this achievement and wishes him continued success in his research and future endeavours.<\/p>\r\n



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Written by: Hirushi Adikari (Editor, Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"CSSL-National-ICT-Student-Award-in-Postgraduate-Category","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17927633905_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-10-23","created_at":"2026-10-23T13:49:41.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-23T13:49:41.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17927633905.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17927633905.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17927633905_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17927633905_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":1080,"file_size":195132,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-10-23T13:49:50.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-23T13:49:54.000000Z"}]},{"id":55,"title":"Prof. Roshan G. Ragel Named CSSL National ICT Educator of the Year","description":"

Prof. Roshan G. Ragel<\/a> of the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya, received the CSSL National ICT Educator of the Year award at the CSSL National ICT Awards 2025, presented during NITC 2026 by the Computer Society of Sri Lanka.<\/p>\r\n

The award recognises his outstanding contributions to computing education, his commitment to mentoring generations of engineers, and his impact on Sri Lanka’s ICT community through teaching, research, and industry collaboration.<\/p>\r\n

This national recognition marks a proud milestone for Prof. Ragel and brings honour to the Department of Computer Engineering, the Faculty of Engineering, and the University of Peradeniya. His dedication to education continues to inspire students and colleagues alike.<\/p>\r\n

The Department of Computer Engineering extends its warmest congratulations to Prof. Roshan G. Ragel on this achievement and wishes him continued success in his contributions to education and the ICT sector.<\/p>\r\n

 <\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Written by: Hirushi Adikari (Editor, Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>\r\n

 <\/p>","url":"CSSL-National-ICT-Educator-of-the-Year","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17926580973_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-10-22","created_at":"2026-10-22T08:34:51.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-22T08:34:51.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17926580973.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17926580973.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17926580973_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17926580973_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1052,"height":1600,"file_size":210299,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-10-22T08:34:57.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-22T08:35:01.000000Z"}]},{"id":54,"title":"Team Invictus Secures First Runner-Up at EMINENCE 6.0","description":"

Team Invictus, comprising undergraduates from the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured first runner-up at EMINENCE 6.0, organized by the Women in Engineering (WIE) Affinity Group of the IEEE Student Branch, University of Ruhuna. The event was held on 3 October 2026 at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Ruhuna, Hapugala, Galle.<\/p>\r\n

The competition challenged participants to apply their technical knowledge, creativity, and teamwork across tasks in MATLAB, networking, artificial intelligence, and innovation. Teams modelled a small power system using MATLAB, simulated a network using Cisco Packet Tracer, and developed or trained an AI model. Each technical task required teams to collaborate and submit their solutions within a specified time.<\/p>\r\n

The innovation component gave participants the opportunity to present an original idea, prototype, or completed project to a judging panel through quarter-final, semi-final, and final rounds. Overall performance across the technical tasks and innovation presentations determined the competition results.<\/p>\r\n

Team Invictus comprised R. M. D. Kavindya<\/a>, Y. M. C. J. Yagabamunu<\/a>, D. M. D. Sandaruwan<\/a>, and M. A. P. P. Thilakarathna.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

This achievement reflects the team’s ability to combine technical skills with creative thinking and effective collaboration. Congratulations to Team Invictus on their success and for bringing recognition to the Department of Computer Engineering and the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n


Written by: Hirushi Adikari (Editor, Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"EMINENCE-6.0","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17918796161_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-10-13","created_at":"2026-10-13T08:20:09.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-13T08:20:09.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17918796161.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17918796161.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17918796161_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17918796161_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":813,"height":540,"file_size":60385,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-10-13T08:20:16.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-13T08:20:26.000000Z"}]},{"id":53,"title":"Team Kestrel Celebrates Success at National AI Awards 2026","description":"

Team Kestrel, representing the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured second runner-up in the University AI Innovation category at the National AI Awards 2026, held as part of AI Expo Sri Lanka. The category recognised AI research, innovation, and solutions developed by universities and higher education institutions.<\/p>\r\n

The team earned recognition for Kestrel, an AI-powered learning environment designed to transform textbooks and handwritten notes into structured study materials, interactive explanations, and animated educational content. The project aims to help learners explore concepts in engaging ways and access support tailored to their learning needs.<\/p>\r\n

Kestrel combines multiple AI agents, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), handwriting recognition, knowledge graphs, and automated video generation. Together, these technologies support the conversion of source material into different learning formats, connecting written content with explanations and visual resources.

The team comprised Rashad Shamil<\/a> and Dakshayani Ramanesh<\/a> from the Department of Computer Engineering, and Thilac Ramesh from the Department of Mechanical Engineering. All three are undergraduate students at the University of Peradeniya, representing the Faculty of Engineering. <\/p>\r\n

The award marks a milestone for the team and its work in educational technology. Congratulations to Team Kestrel on this achievement and for bringing recognition to PeraCom and the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n



Written by: Hirushi Adikari (Editor, Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>\r\n

 <\/p>","url":"National-AI-Awards-2026","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17912669906_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-10-06","created_at":"2026-10-06T06:09:29.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-06T06:10:27.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17912669906.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17912669906.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17912669906_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17912669906_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1600,"height":1067,"file_size":220200,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-10-06T06:09:50.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-06T06:09:55.000000Z"}]},{"id":52,"title":"PeraCom Team Secures First Runner-Up at ML & AI Nexus","description":"

Team \u0baf\u0bbe\u0bb4\u0bbf, comprising undergraduates from the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured first runner-up at ML & AI Nexus, an AI and machine learning competition organized by the Department of Statistics, University of Colombo.<\/p>\r\n

The competition brought together 17 teams from state and private institutions, with four teams advancing to the final held on 28 September 2026. Team \u0baf\u0bbe\u0bb4\u0bbf earned a place among the finalists before achieving second place overall.<\/p>\r\n

The team comprised  Fikry Nuhuman<\/a>, Ganathipan Sivasakthynathan<\/a>, Jarshigan Kamalanathan<\/a>, and Kavishanthan Sarvaloganayakam.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Congratulations to Team \u0baf\u0bbe\u0bb4\u0bbf for proudly representing PeraCom at ML & AI Nexus. This achievement reflects their dedication and teamwork, and we look forward to seeing their continued growth in AI and machine learning.<\/p>\r\n

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Written by: Hirushi Adikari (Editor, Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>\r\n

 <\/p>","url":"ML-%2526-AI-Nexus","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17909184035_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-10-02","created_at":"2026-10-02T05:19:20.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-02T05:20:19.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17909184035.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17909184035.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17909184035_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17909184035_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1080,"height":720,"file_size":80362,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-10-02T05:20:03.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-02T05:20:07.000000Z"}]},{"id":51,"title":"Team PetguardPro Secures Second Runner-Up at ACCEL 7.0","description":"

Team PetguardPro, comprising undergraduates from the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured the second runner-up position (third place) in the Student Innovation category at ACCEL 7.0, held as part of the Sustainability and Digital Transformation Expo 2026, organized by the Department of Business Management, SLIIT Kandy.<\/p>\r\n

ACCEL 7.0 brought together student teams to showcase innovative solutions addressing contemporary challenges through technology and entrepreneurship. The competition featured 16 teams competing in the Student Innovation category, providing participants with an opportunity to present their ideas and demonstrate the practical applications of their projects.<\/p>\r\n

Team PetguardPro presented PetGuard Pro<\/a>, an end-to-end IoT-based pet monitoring system designed to provide dog owners with real-time insights into their pets’ location, vital health parameters, safety, and daily activity levels. The system integrates a wearable harness with a mobile application, enabling pet owners to monitor their dogs and stay informed about their well-being.<\/p>\r\n

The team comprised Chandur Fernando<\/a>, Bingusari Dissanayaka<\/a>, Savin Weerasooriya<\/a>, and Prashan Samarawikrama<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Congratulations to Team PetguardPro on this remarkable achievement. Their success at ACCEL 7.0 highlights the team’s commitment to developing innovative technology-based solutions and adds another achievement to the growing list of accomplishments by students of the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n


Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>\r\n

 <\/p>","url":"ACCEL-7.0","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17908274684_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-10-01","created_at":"2026-10-01T04:04:17.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-01T04:04:17.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17908274684.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17908274684.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17908274684_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17908274684_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1223,"height":918,"file_size":156099,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-10-01T04:04:28.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-10-01T04:04:32.000000Z"}]},{"id":50,"title":"OrthoPAR Wins Agentic AI Challenge at IDEALIZE 2026","description":"

A team of undergraduates from the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, emerged as champions of the Agentic AI phase at IDEALIZE 2026<\/a>, an island-wide mobile application and web development competition organized by AIESEC in the University of Moratuwa. The final presentations took place on 20 September 2026 at the CIMA Auditorium. The organizers received more than 1,700 initial registrations across the event, with 11 teams reaching the Agentic AI phase finals.<\/p>\r\n

The team won with OrthoPAR<\/a>, a clinical decision-support platform designed to assist orthodontists with Peer Assessment Rating (PAR) scoring. PAR scoring is traditionally carried out by manually measuring dental models. OrthoPAR aims to streamline this process: clinicians can upload 3D intraoral scans, and a TensorFlow model identifies anatomical landmarks used to calculate weighted PAR scores. The platform also stores assessments so clinicians can review treatment progress over time.<\/p>\r\n

OrthoPAR’s AI clinical agent adds written summaries of the scoring results, flags components that may need attention, and provides information for clinician review. The team designed the system so that AI-generated measurements and summaries are checked by a qualified clinician before clinical use.<\/p>\r\n

The team comprised Imaadh M. I. M.<\/a>, Chandrawansha P. G. D. D.<\/a>, Dakshayani R.<\/a> , and Victor D. A. <\/a><\/p>\r\n

Congratulations to the team on this achievement. Their work demonstrates how software and AI can be applied to a practical clinical workflow while keeping professional judgment central to its use.<\/p>\r\n

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Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>\r\n

 <\/p>","url":"IDEALIZE-2026","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17906976674_thumb.jpg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-09-29","created_at":"2026-09-29T16:00:52.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-29T16:00:52.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17906976674.jpg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17906976674.jpg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17906976674_thumb.jpg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17906976674_medium.jpg"},"metadata":{"width":1280,"height":853,"file_size":150199,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-29T16:01:07.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-29T16:01:17.000000Z"}]},{"id":49,"title":"PeraCom Team Secures Second Runner-Up at OctWave 3.0","description":"

Team \u0baf\u0bbe\u0bb4\u0bbf, comprising undergraduates from the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured the second runner-up position at OctWave 3.0, an AI and machine learning competition organized by the IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) Student Branch Chapter of the University of Moratuwa.<\/p>\r\n

The competition brought students together to apply AI and machine learning skills to practical challenges. It included workshops followed by two online Kaggle rounds. Teams advancing from the preliminary round competed for a place among the top ten finalists.<\/p>\r\n

From an initial field of 208 teams, Team \u0baf\u0bbe\u0bb4\u0bbf progressed to the top 70 and then earned a place in the top ten. At the in-person final held at the University of Moratuwa on 20 September 2026, the finalists worked with an industry dataset and presented their solutions to a judging panel. Team \u0baf\u0bbe\u0bb4\u0bbf completed the competition in third place, earning the second runner-up award.<\/p>\r\n

The team comprised Fikry Nuhuman<\/a>, Ganathipan Sivasakthynathan<\/a>, Jarshigan Kamalanathan<\/a>, and Kavishanthan Sarvaloganayakam<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Congratulations to Team \u0baf\u0bbe\u0bb4\u0bbf on progressing through each stage of the competition and achieving this result. Their performance brings recognition to PeraCom and the University of Peradeniya.


Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>\r\n

 <\/p>","url":"OctWave-3.0-econd-Runner-Up","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17906062973_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-09-28","created_at":"2026-09-28T14:37:53.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-28T14:39:14.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17906062973.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17906062973.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17906062973_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17906062973_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1024,"height":682,"file_size":138700,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-28T14:38:17.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-28T14:38:23.000000Z"}]},{"id":48,"title":"PeraCom Teams Shine at SLIIT CODEFEST 2026","description":"

Undergraduates from the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, earned awards across several categories at SLIIT CODEFEST 2026<\/a>, organized by the SLIIT Faculty of Computing. Their achievements showcase skills in IoT innovation, programming, networking, and entrepreneurship.<\/p>\r\n

Team ResQ secured first place in the university category of Innov IoT 2026<\/a> with ResQ<\/a>, a smart CPR training system. Sensors fitted to a training manikin measure compression depth, rate, recoil, pauses, and hand placement. Live dashboards provide feedback during practice and allow trainees to review their performance afterward. The team comprised S. Ganathipan<\/a>, V. Amirsha<\/a>, K. Kartheepan<\/a>, and S. Kavishanthan<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Team Nexus earned second place in the same category with RouteLK<\/a>, a bus tracking and passenger assistance system. An ESP32-based tracking device combines GPS, passenger counting, and GSM connectivity with a mobile app that offers live tracking, bookings, and assistance for passengers, drivers, and bus operators. The team comprised Thimal Liyanage<\/a>, Dinithi Epitakaduwa<\/a>, Lakshika Senevirathne<\/a>, and Walter Ravindu Sudasinghe<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

In Algothon<\/a>, Team Nasakarar placed third in an eight-hour, on-site programming challenge involving the top 15 teams. The competition tested participants’ algorithmic thinking and problem-solving skills under time pressure. The team comprised S. Ganathipan<\/a>, Jarshigan K<\/a>, and S. Kavishanthan<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Team Timesware secured second runner-up in NetCom<\/a>, where ten teams reached the final. Participants demonstrated their networking skills by connecting and configuring equipment, including routers and switches. The team comprised M. K. Hafees Ahamed<\/a>, M. F. M. Ayyash<\/a>, and M. N. Aamir<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Team Horizon secured second runner-up in the Technopreneur Challenge<\/a> with Horizon<\/a>, an intelligent smart mirror designed to support the well-being of older adults. The team comprised Sithum Perera<\/a>, Anna Kurera<\/a>, Kasun Lakshan<\/a>, and Thenuka Ravindu<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

These achievements show what PeraCom students can accomplish when they apply their knowledge to practical challenges. Congratulations to all five teams, and best wishes as they continue developing their ideas and skills.<\/p>\r\n

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Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"SLIIT-CODEFEST-2026","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17904057722_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-09-25","created_at":"2026-09-25T14:44:10.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-25T14:44:10.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17904057722.jpeg","order":0,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":null,"caption":null,"credit":null,"urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17904057722.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17904057722_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17904057722_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1920,"height":1200,"file_size":309294,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-26T06:56:12.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-26T06:57:01.000000Z"},{"filename":"17903542718.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":false,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542718.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542718_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542718_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1600,"height":1363,"file_size":282167,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-25T16:37:51.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-26T06:57:01.000000Z"},{"filename":"17903542426.jpeg","order":2,"is_cover":false,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542426.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542426_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542426_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1027,"height":1251,"file_size":164026,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-25T16:37:22.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-26T06:57:01.000000Z"},{"filename":"17903542425.jpeg","order":3,"is_cover":false,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542425.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542425_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542425_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1600,"height":1458,"file_size":287100,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-25T16:37:22.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-26T06:57:01.000000Z"},{"filename":"17903542424.jpeg","order":4,"is_cover":false,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542424.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542424_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542424_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1638,"height":2048,"file_size":129503,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-25T16:37:22.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-26T06:57:01.000000Z"},{"filename":"17903542422.jpeg","order":5,"is_cover":false,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542422.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542422_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17903542422_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1600,"height":1408,"file_size":252255,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-25T16:37:22.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-26T06:57:01.000000Z"}]},{"id":47,"title":"Team Smart IV Secures 1st Runner-Up at NetX IoT Challenge 2026","description":"

A team of third-year undergraduate students from the E21 batch of the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured the 1st Runner-Up position at the NetX IoT Challenge 2026. Organized by the IEEE Student Branch and ComSoc of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, the competition took place on 13 September 2026 at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.<\/p>\r\n

The team showcased Smart IV<\/a>, an innovative medical IoT device developed to improve the safety and reliability of intravenous (IV) infusion in hospital wards. Designed for manual gravity-fed IV systems, Smart IV monitors drip flow in real time, estimates the remaining fluid volume, and detects unusual conditions, including flow interruptions and empty IV bags.<\/p>\r\n

The system delivers alerts through local, desktop, and mobile interfaces, enabling healthcare staff to respond promptly to potential issues. By reducing the need for repeated manual checks, Smart IV aims to ease the workload of nurses in busy hospital environments while supporting better patient safety and more reliable IV infusion management.<\/p>\r\n

The team comprises Pavindran Velalagan<\/a>, Shagiththiah Kirupakaran<\/a>, Paarkavi Jeyatheeswaran<\/a>, and Abdul Latheef Mohamed Suthail<\/a>, who are currently third-year undergraduate students of the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

This recognition highlights the team's dedication to innovation and their ability to apply IoT technology to practical challenges in healthcare. Their achievement reflects the value of developing technology-driven solutions that address real-world needs and contribute to improving patient care.<\/p>\r\n

We warmly congratulate the team, and may this achievement inspire Team Smart IV to continue pushing boundaries and developing innovative solutions that make a meaningful difference in society.<\/p>\r\n

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Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"NetX-2026","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17894475947_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-09-15","created_at":"2026-09-15T04:35:45.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-15T04:47:47.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17894475947.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17894475947.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17894475947_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17894475947_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1460,"height":1077,"file_size":765865,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-15T04:46:34.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-15T04:46:46.000000Z"}]},{"id":46,"title":"PeraCom Undergraduates Shine at Project Nova 2026, Securing Two Top Positions","description":"

PeraCom undergraduates delivered an outstanding performance at Project Nova 2026 – University Category, organized by AIESEC in University of Sri Jayewardenepura, securing the Championship and Third Place in the university-level software innovation competition held on 5th September 2026 at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.<\/p>\r\n

The competition challenged university students to identify real-world problems and develop innovative software solutions in the form of web, mobile, or desktop applications. The competition progressed through several stages, including proposal submission, a mandatory workshop, UI prototype submission, and a final round featuring live presentations and panel discussions before a judging panel. From 20 teams selected for the University Category, 10 teams advanced to the final round.<\/p>\r\n

The Championship was awarded to Team GUARD for GUARD<\/a>, a smart IoT-based large-scale aquarium management system designed for commercial aquatic retailers, high-end breeders, and home users. The system integrates an ESP32-based monitoring platform with temperature, pH, turbidity, TDS, and IR sensors, along with automated actuator modules such as feeders and water pumps. The cloud-hosted platform enables efficient monitoring and management of aquarium environments. The winning team comprised Thisen Lakdinu<\/a>, Ravindu Ashan<\/a>, Shashika Sathsarani<\/a>, and  Asindu Chandrasekara<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

The Third Place was secured by Team Hermes for RouteLK<\/a>, a smart IoT-based bus tracking and passenger assistance system. RouteLK combines an ESP32-based hardware tracking node equipped with GPS, ultrasonic passenger counting, and GSM connectivity with a fully serverless AWS backend and a cross-role Flutter mobile application. The platform provides real-time bus tracking, booking, and passenger assistance features for passengers, drivers, and bus operators. The team consisted of Thimal Liyanage<\/a>, Dinithi Epitakaduwa<\/a>, Lakshika Senevirathne<\/a>, and  Walter Ravindu Sudasinghe<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

From innovative ideas to impactful solutions, the achievements of Team GUARD and Team Hermes reflect the creativity, dedication, and technical excellence of PeraCom undergraduates. Their success is a proud achievement for the students and further strengthens the recognition of the Department of Computer Engineering and the University of Peradeniya. Congratulations to both teams on their outstanding performance at Project Nova 2026!<\/p>\r\n

Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"project-Nova-2026","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17893582594_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-09-14","created_at":"2026-09-14T03:55:31.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-14T03:59:31.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17893582594.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17893582594.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17893582594_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17893582594_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1018,"height":763,"file_size":151949,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-09-14T03:57:39.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-09-14T03:57:46.000000Z"}]},{"id":45,"title":"Shining on the Global Stage: Team Kestrel Secures Second Place in Agentic AI Category at NexusHacks 2026","description":"

A team of undergraduate students from PeraCom, the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, secured Second Place in the Agentic AI category at NexusHacks 2026, organized by Phaser, India.<\/p>\r\n

NexusHacks 2026 <\/a>brought together talented student innovators to develop and present technology-driven solutions across the Agentic AI and Embedded AI categories. Following 48 intense hours of building, debugging, redesigning, and refining their solution, Team Kestrel was recognized among the leading projects of the competition. The team was also ranked 4th among the Top 10 projects across both the Agentic AI and Embedded AI categories.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Representing the University of Peradeniya, Team Kestrel secured Second Place in the Agentic AI category with their project, Kestrel, a personalized AI tutor and digital workspace designed to transform textbooks and handwritten notes into structured study guides and animated video lessons. The platform integrates a multi-agent LangGraph pipeline with targeted Retrieval- Augmented Generation (RAG), handwriting recognition, autonomous video generation, custom Manim animations, knowledge graphs, and an infinite spatial workspace.<\/p>\r\n

The competition featured a distinguished panel of industry professionals and leaders from globally recognized organizations, including Amazon, Intuit, Applied Intuition, Comcast, Samsung, Cognizant, and Moody’s. Recognition from such a strong judging panel further highlights the technical depth and innovative nature of the team's solution.<\/p>\r\n

The team comprised Rashad Shamil<\/a> and Dakshayani Ramanesh<\/a> from the Department of Computer Engineering, and Thilac Ramesh <\/strong>from the Department of Mechanical Engineering. All three are undergraduate students at the University of Peradeniya, representing the Faculty of Engineering.<\/p>\r\n

This outstanding achievement demonstrates the team's creativity, technical expertise, collaborative spirit, and ability to develop innovative solutions using emerging artificial intelligence technologies. By combining multiple AI techniques into a practical and personalized learning platform, the team showcased their ability to address real-world challenges through intelligent automation.<\/p>\r\n

Congratulations to Team Kestrel on this remarkable achievement and for bringing pride and recognition to the Department of Computer Engineering and University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"NexusHacks-2026-Team-Kestrel","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17876415358_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-08-25","created_at":"2026-08-25T07:05:26.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-08-25T07:06:42.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17876415358.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17876415358.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17876415358_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17876415358_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1092,"height":811,"file_size":207042,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-08-25T07:05:35.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-08-25T07:06:03.000000Z"}]},{"id":44,"title":"PeraCom's Team Alt+F4 Wins NeuroX Buildathon 2026","description":"

A team of undergraduate students from PeraCom, the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, emerged as Champions at the NeuroX Buildathon 2026, organized by the Hackathon Hub of NSBM, held on 31 July 2026.<\/p>\r\n

The NeuroX Buildathon attracted 80 teams during its initial proposal submission phase, from which only 15 teams were shortlisted to compete in the onsite finals. The final round featured live product demonstrations and pitch presentations before an experienced panel of industry experts, including Mr. Shamal De Silva, CTO and Co-founder of Cue Labs.<\/p>\r\n

Representing the University of Peradeniya, Team Alt+F4 secured the Championship by presenting \"Marga,\" an agentic B2B solution designed for supply chain companies. The platform continuously scans news sources for potential disruptions, intelligently analyzes their impact, identifies alternative routes, and recommends the most optimal logistics paths for operators and shipping companies. The solution showcased the team's innovation, technical expertise, and ability to address real-world supply chain challenges using intelligent automation.<\/p>\r\n

The winning team comprised Daniel Victor<\/a>, Imaadh Ifthikar<\/a>, Daniru Dinsara<\/a>, and Geethma Chandoopa<\/a>, undergraduate students from the E22 batch of the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

This outstanding achievement highlights the team's creativity, technical excellence, and entrepreneurial mindset in developing impactful technology solutions. Competing against some of the country's most promising student innovators, the team demonstrated exceptional problem-solving, presentation, and product development skills to emerge as champions.<\/p>\r\n

Congratulations to Team Alt+F4 on this remarkable accomplishment and for bringing pride and recognition to the Department of Computer Engineering and University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"NeuroX-Champions","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17862737893_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-08-09","created_at":"2026-08-09T11:09:27.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-08-09T11:09:27.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17862737893.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17862737893.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17862737893_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17862737893_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":829,"height":655,"file_size":93895,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-08-09T11:09:49.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-08-09T11:09:58.000000Z"}]},{"id":43,"title":"PeraCom Undergraduates Crowned Champions at GameFest 2026","description":"

A team of undergraduate students from PeraCom, the Department of Computer Engineering<\/a>, University of Peradeniya, emerged as Champions in the University Category at GameFest 2026, an eight-hour game development competition organized by SLIIT Kandy, held on 24 July 2026 at the SLIIT Kandy campus in Pallekele.<\/p>\r\n

GameFest 2026 brought together talented university and school teams to compete in a fast-paced game development challenge, where participants were required to conceptualize, design, and develop a complete game within just eight hours. The University Category featured five competing teams, while several school teams also participated, showcasing creativity, technical skills, and innovation in game development.<\/p>\r\n

Representing the University of Peradeniya, the PeraCom team secured First Place in the University Category with a top-down time-management survival game developed around the competition theme, \"Extinction.\" The game challenges players to gather resources during the day to build and maintain a bonfire, enabling them to survive relentless monster attacks throughout the night. The project demonstrated the team's creativity, game design skills, and ability to deliver a polished and engaging gameplay experience under intense time constraints.<\/p>\r\n

The winning team comprised Thakshila Bandara<\/a>, Lahiru Dinushan<\/a>, Shamishka Dharshana<\/a>, and Induwara Amaaranga<\/a>, undergraduate students from the E21 batch of the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

This outstanding achievement highlights the team's creativity, technical expertise, and collaborative spirit in game development. Competing against talented teams within a limited development timeframe, the students demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills and innovation to deliver a compelling game experience.<\/p>\r\n

Congratulations to the team on this remarkable accomplishment and for bringing pride and recognition to the Department of Computer Engineering and the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"GameFest-2026-Champions","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17850462167_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-07-26","created_at":"2026-07-26T06:09:13.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-26T06:09:13.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17850462167.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":null,"caption":null,"credit":null,"urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17850462167.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17850462167_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17850462167_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":4032,"height":3024,"file_size":2067757,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-07-26T06:10:16.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-26T06:10:16.000000Z"}]},{"id":42,"title":"Triple Victory for PeraCom at INNOVEXA 2026","description":"

PeraCom undergraduates delivered an outstanding performance at the Open Business Ideation Summit 2026 (INNOVEXA 2026), securing the Championship, First Runner-Up, and Second Runner-Up <\/strong>positions in the inter-faculty business idea pitching competition held as part of Innovation Day 2026.<\/p>\r\n

Organized by the Business Incubation and Innovation Ecosystem Services (BIIES) Unit of the Faculty of Management, University of Peradeniya, the competition was held on 22nd July 2026 at the Conference Hall, Faculty of Management. The event aimed to foster entrepreneurship by helping students develop innovative startup ideas while enhancing their idea pitching and public speaking skills. The competition attracted more than 20 business proposals from across the university. <\/p>\r\n

The championship<\/strong> was awarded to Team LOX for LOX<\/a>, an IoT-enabled smart locker ecosystem that provides secure and convenient temporary storage through a mobile application and cloud-based management platform. The winning team comprised Chamika Uduwaka<\/a>, Shane Baines<\/a>, and Deeshan Wijesinghe.<\/a><\/p>\r\n

The First Runner-Up<\/strong> award was presented to Team Spectron for SPECTRON<\/a> for AgriAssist, a modular IoT platform that helps farmers monitor crops and growing conditions while providing timely updates and recommendations. The team consisted of Jarshigan Kamalanathan<\/a>, Thirumenan Sivakulasingam<\/a>, Tithurshan Tharmarathnam<\/a>, and Varshan Ambigaipakan<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

The Second Runner-Up<\/strong> award was secured by Team ResQ for ResQ<\/a>, a smart CPR training system that provides real-time feedback to improve CPR practice through embedded sensors and interactive dashboards.  Ketheeswaran Kartheepan<\/a>, Sivasakthynathan Ganathipan<\/a>, Sarvaloganayagam Kavishanthan<\/a>, and Amirsha Vincent George<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

These outstanding achievements reflect the entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and technical excellence of PeraCom students. Congratulations to all three teams for bringing recognition to the Department of Computer Engineering and the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"INNOVEXA-2026","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17849965379_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-07-25","created_at":"2026-07-25T05:51:56.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-25T05:51:56.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17849965379.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17849965379.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17849965379_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17849965379_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1200,"height":900,"file_size":159116,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-07-25T16:22:17.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-25T16:22:21.000000Z"}]},{"id":41,"title":"PeraCom Team Secures First Runner-Up at UoJCoders v5.0","description":"

A team of undergraduate students from PeraCom, the Department of Computer Engineering, <\/a>University of Peradeniya, emerged as 1st Runner-Up at UoJCoders v5.0, a 12-hour overnight competitive programming competition organized by the Department of Computer Science (DCS) and the Computer Society (CompSoc) of the University of Jaffna. <\/p>\r\n

Held on 18 and 19 July 2026, the competition brought together 31 university teams from across Sri Lanka to tackle challenging algorithmic and programming problems under strict time constraints. The overnight contest tested participants' coding proficiency, analytical thinking, teamwork, and endurance in a highly competitive environment.<\/p>\r\n

Representing the University of Peradeniya under the team name Fih, the team comprising M.N.A. Fikry<\/a>, Imaadh Ifthikar<\/a>, and Nithika Bandara<\/a> delivered an outstanding performance to secure the 1st Runner-Up position, demonstrating exceptional algorithmic thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to perform under pressure.<\/p>\r\n

This remarkable achievement reflects the team's technical expertise, perseverance, and collaborative spirit while showcasing the strong competitive programming skills nurtured within the Department of Computer Engineering. Congratulations to Team Fih on this outstanding accomplishment and for bringing recognition to the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

Written By: Hirushi Adikari (Editor\/Association of Computer Engineering Students)<\/p>","url":"UOJcoders-first-runnersup","author":{"name":"A.M.H.S. ADIKARI","email":"e21019@eng.pdn.ac.lk","profile_url":"#"},"image":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17846510216_thumb.jpeg","link_url":null,"link_caption":null,"published_at":"2026-07-21","created_at":"2026-07-21T16:21:19.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-21T16:24:17.000000Z","gallery":[{"filename":"17846510216.jpeg","order":1,"is_cover":true,"alt_text":"","caption":"","credit":"","urls":{"original":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17846510216.jpeg","thumb":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17846510216_thumb.jpeg","medium":"https:\/\/portal.ce.pdn.ac.lk\/download\/gallery\/17846510216_medium.jpeg"},"metadata":{"width":1182,"height":886,"file_size":140534,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg"},"created_at":"2026-07-21T16:23:41.000000Z","updated_at":"2026-07-21T16:23:52.000000Z"}]},{"id":40,"title":"PeraCom Team Wins AURORA 2026 with AI-Powered Voice Phishing Defense","description":"

A team of undergraduate students from PeraCom, the Department of Computer Engineering,<\/a> University of Peradeniya, emerged as Champions at the AURORA AI IDEATHON 2026, organized by the Computer Science Association of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.<\/p>\r\n

AURORA 2026 brought together more than 60 outstanding undergraduate teams from across Sri Lanka, providing a platform for students to showcase cutting-edge technological innovations and creative solutions. Centered around the theme of Agentic AI, Cyber Awareness, and Social Engineering, the competition challenged participants to develop intelligent systems capable of detecting, preventing, and responding to emerging cyber threats such as phishing, fake urgency tactics, and authority manipulation.<\/p>\r\n

Representing the University of Peradeniya under the team name Tira-miss-u, the students secured the championship with \"Panopticon – Real-Time AI Defense Against Voice Phishing.<\/a>\" Panopticon is an on-device AI solution for Android that detects voice phishing, deepfake audio, and social engineering attacks by analyzing phone calls in real time while keeping all user data securely on the device. <\/p>\r\n

The championship-winning team comprised Imaadh Ifthikar<\/a>, Bhagya Karunanayake<\/a>, Shamil<\/a> Rashad<\/a>, and S. Kishonithan<\/a>, all undergraduate students from the E22 batch of the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

The event also featured mentorship and evaluation from leading industry professionals representing WSO2, Sysco LABS, Virtusa, Dialog Axiata PLC, and Zone24x7, further strengthening the connection between academia and industry while encouraging students to develop impactful solutions to real-world challenges.<\/p>\r\n

This outstanding achievement reflects the team's innovation, technical excellence, and commitment to addressing pressing cybersecurity challenges through advanced artificial intelligence technologies. Congratulations to Team Tira-miss-u on this remarkable accomplishment and for bringing recognition to the Department of Computer Engineering and the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

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A team of undergraduate students from Peracom, the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya<\/a>, secured 1st Place at the EXITO 2026 Inter-University Robotics & Innovation Challenge, held on 7th July 2026 at ICBT Campus, Colombo.<\/p>\r\n

The competition was organized by ICBT Campus in collaboration with Cardiff Metropolitan University and the University of Sunderland, bringing together around 20 university teams from across Sri Lanka. The challenge required participants to identify a real-world industrial problem and develop a cost-effective robotic or automated solution, culminating in a live demonstration and prototype showcase before a panel of judges.<\/p>\r\n

The PeraCom team earned the championship with their project, \"ResQ: Low Cost Smart CPR Evaluation System,\" an innovative smart CPR training platform designed to enhance the quality of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) practice through real-time, objective feedback.<\/p>\r\n

ResQ is a smart CPR training system that enhances CPR practice by measuring compression depth, rate, recoil, pauses, and hand placement using embedded sensors. It delivers real-time feedback through instructor and trainee dashboards, enabling effective skill improvement. Portable and offline-capable, ResQ is designed for medical education, training centers, first responders, and community CPR awareness programs. <\/p>\r\n

The award-winning team comprised S. Ganathipan<\/a>, V. Amirsha<\/a>, K. Kartheepan<\/a>, and S. Kavishanthan<\/a>, all undergraduate students of the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

This remarkable achievement highlights the team's innovation, technical expertise, and commitment to developing affordable engineering solutions that address real-world healthcare challenges. Congratulations to the team on this outstanding accomplishment and for bringing recognition to the Department of Computer Engineering and the University of Peradeniya.<\/p>\r\n

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