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Women Tech Quest

Women Tech Quest (WTQ), an initiative of 10Pearls University, inspires women in tech to come forward, excel and shine! Fueled by the spirit to shatter gender stereotypes and uplift women in tech, WTQ is a rigorous competition that handpicks the country’s top women programmers, QA pros and designers! The winners get exciting prizes, lots of spotlight and fantastic opportunities to boost their careers!

Stay tuned for WTQ 8th Edition in 2024!

WOMEN TECH QUEST TRACKS

WTQ is an all-encompassing tech competition that covers three tracks: Coding, Testing and Design. Click on your area of expertise to know more.

CODING

Use any programming language of your choice to solve logical, algorithmic and data structure-related challenges

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TESTING

Software Testing is a testing-focused challenge designed to inspire the creative and dynamic generation of tech professionals to put their skills to the test.

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DESIGN

Design for an exciting theme and exhibit your approach towards user research, user persona building and wireframes and introduce the world with a UI/UX Model.

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THE JOURNEY

From humble beginnings to nation-wide expansion

  • Launched     
  • Scope limited to Coding & Testing

2017

  • 400+ registrations
  • 48% professionals
  • Media recognition

2018

  • 600+ registrations
  • Scope broadened to include Coding, Testing and Design
  • Extensive media coverage
  • Esteemed speakers

2019

  • Successfully held a fully virtual edition
  • 1000+ country wide registrations
  • Mentorship by leading women in Tech

2020

  • Virtual event with nationwide participation
  • 1500+ registrations
  • Extensive media coverage
  • Local and global speakers and guests

2021

  • On-site event in Khi, Lhr & Isb
  • Held on March 12, 2022
  • Renowned national and international guest speakers

2022

  • On-site event in Khi, Lhr, and Isl
  • Held on June 17, 2023
  • Renowned national and international guest speakers

2023

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

WTQ – Committed to empower through tech

Strengthens women’s role in the tech space

Brings in top IT pros to Pakistan’s talent pool

Gives stay-at-home women a chance to revive their careers

Connects influential women with young talent

Helps young women gain industry exposure and a chance to enhance their CV

Facilitates amazing networking opportunities for tech women in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad

GROW & LEAD

What makes WTQ awesome

  • Three challenging tech competitions
  • Separate tracks for students and professionals
  • A chance to flaunt your tech skills
  • Winning fantastic cash prizes and cool giveaways
  • Inspiring talks and mentorship opportunities
  • Exciting swag kits for all participants
  • Certificates for all the participants
  • Networking opportunities with like-minded women
DISCOVER

A glimpse of the growth & success

WTQ has been an exciting learning experience for many women. See how it has impacted many lives.

See 2023 Highlight Video

Media Coverage

BIG NAMES. IMPRESSIVE JOURNEYS

Past Speakers

Meighan Newhouse

Meighan Newhouse

SVP Transformation & Enablement at Inspirant Group, a 10Pearls Company

Mahlaqa Shaukat

Mahlaqa Shaukat

CEO & Cofounder at AimFit

Meenah Tariq

Meenah Tariq

Co-Founder and CEO at Metric

Saba Kulsoom

Saba Kalsoom

Director of Ecosystem at Fasset

Sadia Khan

Sadia Khan

Fintech Entrepreneur

Humna Raza

Humna Raza

Creative Director + Podcast Host @ One8nine Media

ZARTAJ-AHMED

Zartaj Ahmed

Director @ Pi Space Science Education Centre(PSSEC)

Usra Murtaza

Senior Marketing Associate @ Walee

mehvish

Mehvish Waliany

COO @ Alkaram Studio

Alice P Bhagtaney

Alice Peter Bhagtaney

Cofounder Upstream

Health and Wellness Partner

AIMFIT

TRAVEL PARTNER

Community Partners 

MicroS
GOD-Karachi
Figma
Cattepillers
Microsoftlearn
CodeGirls
Growellw
bytwise
Mirisof-logo-tech
MicroS
DaftarKhan

VENUE PARTNER

THE CHAMPIONS

The Winners Stand Tall!

Know about the experience of previous winners; what gave them the edge and how WTQ has helped them grow.

INSIGHTS & BLOGS

Let’s start our journey to Connect, Compete, Win & Inspire!