Representative Barry Loudermilk, US Representative for Georgia's 11th District | Ballotpedia
Representative Barry Loudermilk, US Representative for Georgia's 11th District | Ballotpedia
Rep. Barry Loudermilk has announced the winners of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Georgia's 11th Congressional District. The competition, aimed at students interested in computer coding and STEM fields, saw North Cobb Christian School students Kameron Fournillier, Jason Osborn, Nathan Stinson, and Jade Zebrowski take first place with their app "CTrack."
"As a U.S. Air Force veteran who served in communications and intelligence, and owner of an IT services business for over twenty years," Rep. Loudermilk stated, "I know it is crucial that the next generation is well-equipped with the skills necessary to protect our nation from cyberthreats." He added that events like this challenge are excellent for sparking curiosity in computer science and cybersecurity.
The Congressional App Challenge is a nonpartisan initiative established in 2013 to encourage interest in computer science and STEM careers among students. Participants can compete individually or in groups of up to four by designing an application of their choice. Winning apps are featured in the U.S. Capitol and on House.gov.
The first-place app "CTrack" helps individuals manage monthly expenses by evaluating budgetary needs and viewing stock predictions. Second place went to Mount Paran Christian School's Aiden Gilmore, David Wu, Sam Tucker, and Ethan Konnick for their app "PlatePulse," which scans license plates using OCR text recognition software.
Barber Middle School's Miranda Soto and Spencer Horton secured third place with "Managing SHS," designed to help students organize school-related tasks efficiently. An honorable mention was awarded to Harrison High School's Eugene Kang, Lilah Anderson, Daniel Kunz, and Zachary Pasanen for their app "InterIntra," featuring a virtual therapist powered by AI.
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