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Southern AI Expo and
Conference - ReXtro 2025
Date:
December 14th
time:
from 8.30 am onwards
venue:
Auditorium, Faculty of Engineering,
University of Ruhuna, Galle
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Event includes:
  • 5 keynote speeches
    • AI Careers & Skills for the Next Decade
    • Agentic AI in Telecommunications: Building Autonomous, Intelligent Networks for the Future
    • Empowering Ruhuna: AI as a Tool for Inclusive Prosperity
    • AI and Entrepreneurship: Turning Ideas into Impact
    • The Role of AI in Building a Smarter Sri Lanka
  • Workshop - Hands on with Gemini and Google Agent Development Kit
  • A panel discussion on "AI Across Industries: Transforming Key Sectors in Sri Lanka"
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Day 109:00
Ceremony

Opening Ceremony

Grand opening of ReXtro 2025: Silver Jubilee Exhibition celebrating 25 years of engineering excellence and innovation.

Auditorium
09:00 - 11:00
MathQuest
Day 109:30
Competition

MathQuest

A competitive mathematics quiz designed for top-performing A/L students across the country. Teams compete through multiple rounds of problem-solving, logic-based tasks, and timed challenges.

NCC
09:30 - 16:30
Xbotix
Day 111:00
Competition

Xbotix

A robotics competition that brings together school and university teams to compete in mechanical design, coding, and task-based robotic challenges.

DO1, DO2, LT1
11:00 - 17:00
Day 210:00
Competition

TechTalks

A structured debate competition where university teams engage in high-level argumentation on contemporary topics.

LT1 & LT2 (Semi-Final), Auditorium (Final)
10:00 - 17:30
Day 209:00
Competition

AeroXplore

A practical aeronautics competition where teams design, build and fly RC aircraft.

Hapugala School Ground
09:00 - 16:00
Day 209:00
Competition

Haxtreme

A programming contest where top scorers from the preliminary stage compete to solve complex algorithmic and logical problems.

NCC
09:00 - 13:00
Day 208:30
Competition

RocketFest

A water rocket competition where teams design, build and launch model water rockets.

Faculty Ground
08:30 - 14:30
Day 208:00
Interactive Session

IEEE FYP Arena | Final Year Project Exhibition

A national exhibition presenting final-year engineering projects developed by undergraduates.

DO1 & DO2
08:00 - 17:00
Pitch Arena
Day 308:00
Competition

Pitch Arena

A high-impact startup pitch event where finalists present innovative business ideas to investors and industry professionals.

Auditorium
08:00 - 14:00
Day 308:00
Competition

Revit

A CAD design competition where participants produce detailed engineering models using Autodesk Revit under time-bound conditions.

DO1 & DO2
08:00 - 14:00
Day 317:30
Ceremony

Closing Ceremony

Grand closing ceremony celebrating innovation, awarding outstanding projects, and networking with industry partners.

Auditorium
17:30 - 19:30
Day 113:00
Zone Session

Electrical Safety Awareness and Best Practices

Essential electrical safety guidelines and best practices for general public. Learn how to stay safe around electrical installations.

Speaker
Mr. Nadeera Dayananda
Lakvijaya Power Plant, Ceylon Electricity Board
Zone
Power and Energy Systems Zone
ELR, 2nd Floor, Electrical & Information Engineering Department
13:00 - 14:00
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Day 111:30
Zone Session

Internet of Things (IoT): Connecting Everything Around Us

Discover how IoT is transforming our daily lives by connecting devices and creating smart environments.

Speaker
Eng. Hasaranga Vidanapathirana
Zone
Telecommunication Zone
ELR, 2nd Floor, Electrical & Information Engineering Department
11:30 - 12:30
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Day 213:30
Zone Session

The Unseen Network: How Submarine Cables Shaped the Digital Era

Explore the fascinating world of submarine cables and their crucial role in global internet connectivity.

Speaker
Eng. Nuwan Chamara
Zone
Telecommunication Zone
ELR, 2nd Floor, Electrical & Information Engineering Department
13:30 - 14:00
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Day 110:00
Zone Session

Hands-On Electronics: Diodes and Rectifier Circuits

Hands-on educational session on fundamental electronic components for A/L and O/L students.

Zone
Educational Development Zone
ELR, 2nd Floor, Electrical & Information Engineering Department
10:00 - 11:00
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Day 310:00
Zone Session

Hands-On Electronics: Diodes and Rectifier Circuits

Hands-on educational session on fundamental electronic components for A/L and O/L students.

Zone
Educational Development Zone
2nd Floor
10:00 - 11:00
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Day 210:00
Zone Session

Hands-On Electronics: Kirchhoff's laws demonstration

Interactive demonstration of Kirchhoff's laws with practical circuit examples for students.

Zone
Educational Development Zone
ELR, 2nd Floor, Electrical & Information Engineering Department
10:00 - 11:00
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Day 214:30
Zone Session

Hands-On Electronics: Kirchhoff's laws demonstration

Interactive demonstration of Kirchhoff's laws with practical circuit examples for students.

Zone
Educational Development Zone
ELR, 2nd Floor, Electrical & Information Engineering Department
14:30 - 15:30
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Day 112:30
Zone Session

Introduction to Metaverse

Explore the concept of the metaverse and its potential impact on future digital interactions.

Zone
AR and VR Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
12:30 - 13:15
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Day 212:30
Zone Session

Introduction to XR Development

Learn about Extended Reality (XR) development covering AR, VR, and MR technologies.

Zone
AR and VR Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
12:30 - 13:15
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Day 111:00
Zone Session

Introduction to Frontend Development

Get started with frontend development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks.

Zone
Software Engineering Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
11:00 - 12:00
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Day 113:30
Zone Session

Introduction to Backend Development

Learn backend development basics: server-side programming, databases, and APIs.

Zone
Software Engineering Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
13:30 - 14:30
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Day 211:00
Zone Session

Introduction to Mobile Development

Discover mobile app development for iOS and Android platforms.

Zone
Software Engineering Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
11:00 - 12:00
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Day 214:30
Zone Session

Introduction to AI

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence: concepts, applications, and future possibilities.

Zone
Software Engineering Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
14:30 - 15:30
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Day 311:00
Zone Session

Prompt Engineering (LLM)

Master the art of prompt engineering for Large Language Models to get better AI responses.

Zone
Software Engineering Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
11:00 - 12:00
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Day 314:30
Zone Session

AI for Easy Life (AI Tool Utilisation)

Learn how to use AI tools effectively in daily life for productivity and problem-solving.

Zone
Software Engineering Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
14:30 - 15:30
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Day 110:00
Zone Session

AI in Everyday Life & Society - Day 1

Explore how AI is transforming our daily lives and society.

Zone
AI and Computer Vision Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
10:00 - 10:30
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Day 210:00
Zone Session

AI in Everyday Life & Society - Day 2

Explore how AI is transforming our daily lives and society.

Zone
AI and Computer Vision Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
10:00 - 10:30
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Day 310:00
Zone Session

AI in Everyday Life & Society - Day 3

Explore how AI is transforming our daily lives and society.

Zone
AI and Computer Vision Zone
NLH2, Ground Floor, Auditorium Building
10:00 - 10:30
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Day 115:00
Zone Session

Microcontroller Awareness Session

Introduction to microcontrollers and their applications in modern technology.

Speaker
Mr. Dayan Marabedda
Hemas Consumer Brands
Zone
Robotics & Intelligent Automation Zone
MLR, 1st Floor, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Department
15:00 - 16:00
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Day 215:00
Zone Session

Interactive Session about Industrial Automation

Learn about industrial automation technologies and their impact on modern manufacturing.

Zone
Robotics & Intelligent Automation Zone
MLR, 1st Floor, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Department
15:00 - 16:00
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Day 210:00
Zone Session

Ride to the Core: A Hands-On Exploration of High-Performance Motorcycle Engines

Deep dive into high-performance motorcycle engine technology with hands-on demonstrations.

Speaker
Eng. Praveen & Eng. Roshan
David Pieris Motor Company
Zone
Automotive Engineering & Mobility Solutions Zone
MLR, 1st Floor, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Department
10:00 - 13:00
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Day 114:30
Zone Session

Exploring Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture at the University of Ruhuna

Discover the marine engineering and naval architecture programs at University of Ruhuna.

Zone
Marine & Naval Engineering Zone
New Workshop Upper Floor Lecture Room, Upper Floor, New workshop Building
14:30 - 15:00
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Day 115:30
Zone Session

Mega Ships: The Largest and Most Powerful Machines on the Ocean

Explore the engineering marvels of the world's largest ships.

Zone
Marine & Naval Engineering Zone
New Workshop Upper Floor Lecture Room, Upper Floor, New workshop Building
15:30 - 16:00
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Day 214:30
Zone Session

Future of Ship Design: Trends in Naval Architecture

Explore emerging trends and innovations in naval architecture and ship design.

Zone
Marine & Naval Engineering Zone
New Workshop Upper Floor Lecture Room, Upper Floor, New workshop Building
14:30 - 15:00
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Day 215:30
Zone Session

Green Shipping: Innovations in Sustainable Ship Design and Marine Renewable Energy

Learn about sustainable shipping technologies and marine renewable energy solutions.

Zone
Marine & Naval Engineering Zone
New Workshop Upper Floor Lecture Room, Upper Floor, New workshop Building
15:30 - 16:00
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Day 310:30
Zone Session

The Science of Ship Accidents: Why Ships Sink and How Engineers Prevent It

Understand ship accidents and the engineering solutions to prevent them.

Zone
Marine & Naval Engineering Zone
New Workshop Upper Floor Lecture Room
10:30 - 11:00
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Day 315:30
Zone Session

Advancements in Marine Engineering: Navigating the Future

Discover the latest advancements in marine engineering technology.

Zone
Marine & Naval Engineering Zone
New Workshop Upper Floor Lecture Room, Upper Floor, New workshop Building
15:30 - 16:00
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Day 111:00
Zone Session

Pathways to Becoming a Chief Engineer: Insights and Advice

Career guidance and insights on becoming a Chief Marine Engineer.

Zone
Marine & Naval Engineering Zone
New Workshop Upper Floor Lecture Room, Upper Floor, New workshop Building
11:00 - 11:30
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