Faculty Development Program on Mastering Python: Emerging Trends and Innovations at SMVITM, Bantakal

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, in collaboration with ISTE, IIC, IEEE, and Kakunje Software, Mangaluru, organized a Five-Day Faculty Development Program (FDP) titled “Mastering Python: Emerging Trends and Innovations.” The program is scheduled to take place from February 3rd to February 7th, 2025, at Shri Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management (SMVITM), Bantakal. This FDP aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of faculty members in Python programming and its applications across various domains such as machine learning, data analysis, and artificial intelligence. Participants will gain hands-on experience in both fundamental and advanced programming concepts, covering topics like Basics of Python, Machine Learning, Image Processing, Deep Learning, Power BI, and Micro-Python. The final day of the FDP is dedicated to project development. The inauguration ceremony, held on February 3rd, 2025, was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Mr. G.K. Bhat from Kakunje Software, Mangaluru, Shri Ratnakumar, Secretary of Shri Sode Vadiraja Mutt Education Trust, Udupi, Dr. Thirumaleshwara Bhat, Principal of SMVITM, Mr. Arun Upadhyaya, In-Charge HoD, and Dr. Shilpa Kamath, Associate Professor, Department of ECE, SMVITM. The ceremony commenced with an invocation by Mr. Sachin Prabhu K, Assistant Professor (Senior), Department of ECE, followed by a welcome address by Mr. Arun Upadhyaya. A lamp-lighting ceremony marked the official launch of the FDP. Mr. Chetan R introduced the resource person, Mr. G.K. Bhat, who shared valuable insights on Python programming. The Principal and the Secretary emphasized the significance of such faculty development programs in equipping educators with cutting-edge technological skills and keeping them abreast of emerging engineering trends. The inauguration concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Shilpa Kamath, while Ms.Akshatha Rao compered the program.