Stepping Into the World of Building: Phanish’s First Hackathon Experience
Student: Phanish V
Year: 4th Year, BMS College of Engineering
Hackathon: Flipr Hackathon 28.1
Background
Every developer remembers their first hackathon — that mix of excitement, confusion, and curiosity that makes the whole experience unforgettable.
For Phanish, a 4th-year student from BMS College of Engineering, Flipr Hackathon 28.1 was exactly that — his very first step into the real world of building.
Having developed a growing interest in web development, he joined the hackathon with one goal: to learn something new and understand how real projects come together.
The Challenge
Being his first hackathon, everything was new — the pace, the teamwork, the pressure.
But instead of feeling overwhelmed, Phanish took it as a chance to learn and explore.
Every problem became an opportunity to try something he hadn’t before.
He often says that the best part wasn’t winning or finishing first — it was learning in real time, understanding how ideas evolve, and how collaboration shapes outcomes.
The Hackathon Experience
Phanish describes the Flipr experience as “a nice platform to learn.”
And it truly was.
From brainstorming to coding to last-minute fixes, the environment gave him a complete picture of what a real engineering setup feels like — a mix of intensity, creativity, and teamwork.
What stood out for him was how open and collaborative the culture was — everyone was learning, sharing, and building together.
For someone stepping into their first hackathon, that environment made all the difference.
The Project
Phanish and his team built a Real-Time Inventory Management System — a web-based platform designed to track, update, and manage product inventories dynamically.
The goal was simple yet impactful: make inventory tracking smarter, faster, and easier to manage for businesses.
It was a perfect project for someone passionate about web development — real, practical, and deeply relevant to how modern businesses operate.
Phanish’s Contribution
Phanish took charge of the frontend development, ensuring the user interface was simple, clean, and functional.
He worked closely with his team to connect the design with the backend and made sure every feature flowed smoothly.
More than writing code, he learned how to coordinate within a team, balance responsibilities, and communicate effectively — the kind of lessons you rarely learn in classrooms.
Outcome & Reflection
By the end of Flipr Hackathon 28.1, Phanish had achieved far more than just completing a project.
He learned new technologies, gained confidence in his skills, and understood the real essence of teamwork.
The hackathon gave him a foundation — a glimpse into how engineers solve problems under real conditions.
It also gave him a sense of direction for what he wanted to do next — continue learning, building, and exploring the world of full-stack development.
Student Quote
“Flipr Hackathon was my first, and it taught me more than I expected — from teamwork and coordination to understanding how ideas become real projects. It’s a great platform to learn and grow.”
Closing Thoughts
From stepping into his first hackathon to contributing to a real-world project, Phanish V’s journey through Flipr Hackathon 28.1 is a reminder that the best way to learn is to start.
He came in curious, left more confident — and that’s exactly what Flipr Labs stands for.
Because it’s not about being the most experienced person in the room — it’s about being curious enough to begin.
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Everyone remembers their first hackathon — that mix of excitement, confusion, and curiosity that makes the whole experience unforgettable.
For Phanish V, a 4th-year student from BMS College of Engineering, Flipr Hackathon 28.1 was exactly that — his first step into the real world of building.
The Project:
Phanish and his team built a Real-Time Inventory Management System — a platform to track and manage inventories dynamically using modern web technologies.
It was simple, practical, and something that felt real — the kind of project that gives meaning to everything you’ve learned.
His Role:
He handled the frontend, ensuring that everything looked clean, worked smoothly, and connected perfectly with the backend.
But more than that, he learned something deeper — teamwork, communication, and how ideas turn into systems under pressure.
The Experience:
He calls Flipr “a nice platform to learn” — and for good reason.
From brainstorming to last-minute debugging, the event gave him a taste of what working in a real tech team feels like — fast, collaborative, and fun.
The Takeaway:
By the end, Phanish walked away with much more than a project.
He gained confidence, clarity, and a direction — to keep learning, building, and exploring full-stack development.
“Flipr Hackathon taught me more than I expected — from teamwork to how ideas become real projects. It’s a great platform to learn and grow.”
At Flipr Labs, stories like Phanish’s remind us why we do what we do — to help students turn curiosity into creation.
Because you don’t need years of experience to start building — you just need the courage to begin.