Cognizant partnered with OpenAI to host its first global Codex Hackathon across six Indian cities. Around 10,000 associates participated in hands-on coding challenges, masterclasses and collaborative sessions aimed at building innovative AI-powered technology solutions using OpenAI Codex.
Published Date – 1 August 2026, 04:49 PM
Hyderabad: Cognizant, a AI Builder and technology services provider, hosted its first-ever global Codex Hackathon with OpenAI.
Held under the theme “Engineering the Frontier,” the hackathon spanned six cities in India — Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, Coimbatore and Kochi — bringing together 10,000 company associates to learn, experiment and build solutions using OpenAI Codex, one of the industry’s most advanced AI coding platforms.
The hackathon gave participants the opportunity to experience Codex through hands-on problem solving, access exclusive OpenAI masterclasses and curated learning resources. The participants also had an opportunity to collaborate with AI enthusiasts, engineers and innovators across Cognizant. They showcased ideas and solutions to business and technology leaders.
