Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy hosts ‘Design Thinking Hackathon’ to empower next generation of Emirati app developers

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy hosts ‘Design Thinking Hackathon’ to empower next generation of Emirati app developers

Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah: “Equipping young Emiratis with the digital skills they need to thrive is the key t hat will unlock Dubai’s dynamic future. Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy is proud to play a central role in the success of Create Apps in Dubai , one of the many initiatives developed by the wise leadership to ensure the emirate’s prosperity for generations to come.” The interactive Hackathon was the first activation of the ‘Create Apps in Dubai’ initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. The initiative aims to build a strong community of Emirati coders by nurturing the capabilities of homegrown digital talent. Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has hosted the ‘Design Thinking Hackathon’ as the first hackathon of the ‘Create Apps in Dubai’ initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. Held at Dubai Chambers headquarters, the interactive workshop was attended by His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State