I m p a c t X.
The industry is quiet; it's time to create some noise. Document your story and secure your place.
What is Impact X
Hear from Experienced Women in tech
Listen to inspiring stories and real career journeys shared by successful women in the tech industry.
Understand Industry Expectations
Learn what companies actually expect from future engineers, developers, and innovators.
Bring Your Tech Questions
An open environment where you can ask questions about careers, technology, and opportunities.
Connect with tech Professionals
Build connections with mentors, engineers, and industry leaders in the tech ecosystem.
Find Your Direction in Tech
Discover the tech paths that match your passion — from AI and cloud to open source and cybersecurity.
Impact X Event
Impact X is a special initiative by SLIIT Women in FOSS that brings together innovators, developers, and aspiring technologists. The event highlights the voices of women in open-source, leadership, and emerging technologies.
Partners
Speakers
Co-CEO & General Manager of APAC operations at Perituza Software Solutions
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Yuka La Tulippe
Head of Department of Software Engineering at SLIIT
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Dr.Kalpani Manathunga
Asia Cloud & AI integrated Marketing Lead - Migration & Modernization at Microsoft
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Thilanka Abeywardena
Head of Research & Innovation at Platned
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Wyomi Ranasinghe
Senior Lecturer at Faculty of Computing at SLIIT
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Anjalie Gamage
Co-Founder, Cheif Operating Officer at STEM Link
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Udara Thewarahannadige
Briefing_Note
Why Medium?
Medium is a global stage. This competition isn't just a contest; it's a "Proof of Work" for your career.
Submission Rules
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AUTHENTICITY: MUST BE ORIGINAL WORK. NO PLAGIARISM.
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AI POLICY: DO NOT USE AI TO WRITE YOUR SUBMISSION.
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THEME: FOCUS ON WOMEN IN FOSS OR TECH EMPOWERMENT.
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PLATFORM: MUST BE PUBLISHED ON MEDIUM.COM.
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TAGGING: USE #SLIITWIF AND #WOMENINTECH TAGS.
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ELIGIBILITY: OPEN TO UNDERGRADUATES OF SLIIT.
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TIMELINE: ARTICLES MUST BE PUBLISHED ON OR AFTER 06TH MARCH 2026.
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DEADLINE: SUBMISSIONS CLOSE ON 21ST MARCH 2026, 11:59 PM.
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Topic Categories
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work
How AI tools are transforming industries, jobs, and the way we build software.
The Rise of Cloud Computing: Building Scalable Applications in the Modern Era
How cloud platforms enable modern software systems and startups to scale globally.
Cybersecurity in the Digital Age: Protecting Systems in an AI-Driven World
Emerging threats, security practices, and the importance of secure development.
How Open Source Is Shaping the Future of Technology Innovation
The role of global open-source communities in building modern software.
The Next Generation of Technologies: AI, IoT, and Edge Computing
How emerging technologies are transforming industries and digital ecosystems.
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