Patronized by TPS, the center of excellence Pakistan Air Force-Karachi Institute of Economics & Technology efficiently organized a fabulous, nation wide 2-day mega IT event, ComBat “The Computing Battle” which consisted of programming, gaming competition, hardware and software exhibition.
Continuing its motion to encourage IT initiatives and development in Pakistan, TPS sponsored the event Combat 2008, held on 23rd & 24th August.
The event was an unusual success attracting over 1000 visitors and comprehensive media coverage through major electronic and print media. A record 326 participants contested four competitions through 112 teams with 13 teams being winners. 11 sponsors with an astounding total of 300 banners and branding opportunities added colour and commercial value to the event. The chief guest,
Mr. Qamar Zaman Kaira – Federal Minister for IT encouraged the students with his presence in the closing ceremony on 2nd day amidst high security alert in the city.
ComBat’08 was by far the most impressive event organized by computer science society at PAF-KIET -main campus that involved students from all corners of Pakistan. Highly qualified and well-read scholars as well as professionals from various fields judged the projects, keeping the competition fair and challenging. Well-known government officials, distinguished industrialists, businessmen and researchers visited to witness the IT expertise of the youth of Pakistan.
