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The Spark Lab project laboratory is your first project with inDrive mentors
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About Challenge-Based Learning

Challenge-Based Learning is an innovative learning approach based on solving real-world issues.

It encompasses three primary stages:
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engage

Identifying and stating the problem
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Investi-gate

Studying the problem and its potential solutions
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ACT

Implementing measures to solve the problem

What is Spark Lab?

Spark Lab is a project-based educational lab founded by inDrive, which unites university students from Almaty to work on IT projects aimed at addressing socially significant issues in Kazakhstan.

We at inDrive believe that everyone should have equal opportunities to grow and prosper. Hence, our mission is to make education accessible for all and create a world where knowledge is open and available to everyone.
Our mission is accessible education for everyone and a world where knowledge is open to everyone
Project Directions
The Healthy Generation
Sustainable Cities
Responsible Consumption
The Environment

What's in It for You?

Guidance from inDrive experts
Hands-on project experience
Invaluable professional  connections

I am a participant in the SparkLab program 2022-2023. It's a place where we interact with experienced speakers and address significant issues. I want to say many thanks to our mentors for their support!

I gained valuable experience by analyzing articles and working with new software. I also learned about pressing environmental issues. I believe that SparkLab is helpful as it allows future professionals to identify essential skills and start working on them.

I want to express my gratitude to SparkLab and our team leader for the plastic processing project. Our team showcased a profound understanding of modern plastic manufacturing methods, allowing us to efficiently use it as a recyclable material.

During the Garbage.No project, I learned a lot about interface design and teamwork. We received training from inDrive experts and had an inspiring meeting with Arsen Grigorievich. The insights gained from these sessions were not only beneficial for the project but also applicable in our daily lives.

During my time at inDrive's SparkLab, we used specialized drones to examine plant conditions. This data helped us understand the state of plants, which was crucial for the environment. I learned to operate those drones and analyze plant-related information.

I gained a lot of exciting experiences at SparkLab from inDrive: data analysis, collaborating with Sergek Group to tackle Almaty's air issue, writing a scientific paper, and even securing the third place in the R&D competition.

This was indeed a remarkable journey into the world of technology and innovation. Since the start of my collaboration with the Clean Water Bodies team, I noted their professionalism and commitment. SparkLab gave me an opportunity not only to improve my knowledge and skills but also to put them into practice.

We worked in a modern office equipped with the latest technology and were backed by experienced professionals. This allowed me to discover new aspects of my field that I hadn't previously considered!

At SparkLab, I immersed myself in distributed computing and data processing, enriching my experience as an iOS developer. The mock interview prepared me for real job interviews, and the feedback from inDrive developers became a valuable asset for my future growth.

In the course of my work, I calculated NDVI and took part in various contests. I didn't have much prior experience in IT, including website creation. Now, I can actively engage in discussions and voice my opinions on matters.

The most important thing is not only the technical skills we acquired at SparkLab, but also learning how to effectively work as a team and exchange ideas. These skills have proven invaluable not just professionally, but in life overall.

The Roads project provided us with a unique chance to learn iOS development from scratch. This experience became a significant milestone for me and inspired me to take my professional growth to new horizons.

August 15 – September 25

Application submission window

September 25 – October 02

Application review

October 02 – April 2024

Project work

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hybrid format –
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Stapayev street 22\1
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projects

09

universities

18

invited experts

Project Portfolio

Meet Spark Lab's successfully executed IT projects
Garbage.No
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Garbage.No
An app that allows users to report illegal dumping sites
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GreenVision
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GreenVision
Technology for determining the area of greenery and the germination of planted seeds in urban areas
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Meteodrone
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Meteodrone
A system for creating a 3D model of the city's atmosphere using a drone with meteorological and air quality sensors
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inRoad
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inRoad
A mobile app for detecting bumps on public roads  using an accelerometer
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Wildfires
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Wildfires
Algorithms for mapping the most fire-prone areas
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Creation of a Small-Scale Plastic Recycling Center
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Creation of a Small-Scale Plastic Recycling Center
A system for collecting plastic and using it to produce filament for use in 3D printing
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Monitoring of Emissions on Motorways
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Monitoring of Emissions on Motorways
A system for detecting vehicles with high levels of pollutants in their emissions on public roads
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Satellite Monitoring of Oil Spills
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Satellite Monitoring of Oil Spills
New methodology for satellite monitoring of oil spills using neural network technology
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