President
Prof. Arman Rasool Faridi
Department of Computer Science · Faculty of Science · AMU
Computer Science Society
Student-run society since 2018 (formerly ADC). Hackathons, workshops, CTFs, and clubs in AI/ML, web development, cybersecurity, and DSA.
- Clubs
- 4 domains
- Since
- 2018
- Hackathon
- AMUHACKS
CSS · AMU
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Society at a glance
- 2018
- Founded (ADC)
- 129+
- Registered members (2019)
- 10
- Teams today
- 2021
- Recognized as CSS
Faculty
Society leadership
President and Convener of the Computer Science Society, AMU.
Convener
Dr. Mohammad Nadeem
About us
What is CSS?
Faculty of Science, AMU. Formerly ADC; recognized as CSS since 2021.
The Computer Science Society (CSS), formerly the Area of Dominant Coders Club (ADC), is run by students in the Department of Computer Science, Aligarh Muslim University. It shares computer science knowledge with interested members of the Faculty of Science.
Inspired by the vision of Sir Syed to create a scientific society, the ADC club was formed in December 2018 and has been consistently working since then. It consists of a team of B.Sc. (Hons.) and MCA students of the University having technical insight and a passion for programming. Here we mentor, guide, share, and learn from each other regarding the latest technology, giving students the much-needed exposure for industrial demands and global trends.
- ✓Faculty committee
- ✓Student domain leads
- ✓Open team recruitment
- ✓DSA and placement groups
Teams
Ten teams, one society
Each team runs projects, events, and campus work. Apply through Join the team.
Design & visuals
Graphics Team
Posters, event creatives, and brand visuals for CSS workshops and festivals.
- Posters
- Social creatives
- Brand kits
- Canva / Figma
Reach & reputation
Social Media and PR Team
Instagram, LinkedIn, and campus outreach so every CSS event finds its audience.
- Content calendar
- Captions
- PR
- Engagement
On-ground support
Volunteer Crew
Help run registrations, hospitality, and floor support at CSS events.
- Registrations
- Hospitality
- Floor ops
- Help desk
Systems & setup
Technical Team
AV, networking, and technical setup that keeps workshops and hackathons running.
- AV setup
- Networking
- Labs
- Support
Writing & content
Editorial Team
Articles, scripts, newsletters, and editorial content for society storytelling.
- Articles
- Scripts
- Newsletters
- Storytelling
Ops & coordination
Logistics Team
Venues, schedules, and resource coordination behind every CSS event.
- Venues
- Schedules
- Inventory
- Coordination
Sites & products
Web Dev Team
Build and maintain CSS websites and event platforms with modern web stacks.
- React & Next.js
- UI
- APIs
- Deployment
Machine learning
AI ML Team
Study circles on Python, models, and small projects. Open to beginners.
- Python
- ML basics
- Projects
- Demos
Security & CTF
Cyber Team
CTF practice, secure coding, and labs for students exploring cybersecurity.
- CTF
- OSINT
- Web security
- Labs
Problem solving
DSA Team
Data structures, algorithms, and competitive programming practice for contests and placements.
- Data structures
- Algorithms
- Competitive coding
- Interview prep
Activities
What we run
Hackathons, workshops, placement prep, and club meetings through the year.
AMUHACKS
National hackathon run by CSS. Multiple tracks, mentors on site, teams build over the event weekend.
Workshop series
Hands-on sessions on frameworks, cloud, security tools, and career skills. Led by domain leads and alumni.
Placement support
Works with the department TPO on resume reviews, mock interviews, and DSA groups before recruitment drives.
CTF & security labs
Capture-the-flag events and guided labs for students new to cybersecurity.
Open-source & projects
Student repos, internal tools, and society websites. You learn Git on real team work.
Industry talks
Guest talks from engineers and researchers on how their work relates to what we study.
Events
Recent and upcoming
AMUHACKS, CTFs, and workshops. Full list on the Events page.
Coming Soon
2026AMUHACKS 6.0
Next AMUHACKS edition. More tracks and mentors on site.
Learn more on Events →AMUHACKS 5.0
National hackathon where student teams build and present projects over the weekend.
Learn more on Events →Capture The Flag
Cybersecurity competition focused on puzzles, flags, and hands-on challenges.
Learn more on Events →Our story
From ADC to CSS
Key dates for ADC and CSS at AMU. Student-led since 2018.
Dec 2018 ADC inception
27 B.Sc. (Hons.) Computer Applications students start the Area of Dominant Coders Club. Final-year coordinators mentor juniors after class hours.
Sep 2019 Expansion & AMUHacks 1.0
Membership grows across the Faculty of Science (129+ in the department). AMUHacks 1.0 runs with Microsoft and SmartEdge as partners.
Mar 2021 University recognition
The Vice-Chancellor grants recognition and support. ADC is renamed the Computer Science Society (CSS).
Today Domain clubs & AMUHACKS
Teams across graphics, PR, volunteers, tech, editorial, logistics, web, AI/ML, cyber, and DSA. Workshops, hackathons, and campus events each session.
“We run CSS so classroom work turns into projects, contests, and mentorship that help students before they graduate.”
Faculty
Prof. Arman Rasool Faridi
President, Computer Science Society
Students
Mr. Misbahur Rahman
Coordinator, CSS (current session)
Student life
Why students join CSS
First year or final year, you can join a club or help run an event.
Learn with peers
Study groups, project partners, and seniors who have done placements and contests.
Ship real projects
Society sites, hackathon builds, and security tools you can show in interviews.
Represent AMU
Compete at hackathons and CTFs under the CSS name with other department students.
Find your domain
Try ML, web, security, or DSA before you commit. Leads can point you to the right club.
FAQ
Common questions
Quick answers before you fill the club interest form.
CSS is open to interested students in the Faculty of Science. Apply through the Join the team form; team leads review it and share next steps.
Join the team
AI/ML, Web Development, Cybersecurity, DSA, and more. Apply once; a team lead will reply.