Prerak Tanwar, a B.Tech. degree in Computer Science and Engineering (Batch 2024) of the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi), demonstrating extraordinary level of competency and creativity in technology secured an All-India Rank of 6 at the national coding competition hosted by Google, The Big Code 2026.
The Big Code has earned itself a reputation as one of the most difficult coding competitions in India. It has attracted 125,000 students from some of India’s leading engineering institutions. Competitors had to go through five weeks of various stages, which required them to showcase their advanced skills in programming by showcasing their capabilities in coding, algorithms, and problem-solving.
Prerak pitched a Cognitive Accessibility Engine named ‘Glide’ that enhances the digital experience of people with different cognitive abilities; lessens the amount of information that overloads the brain, and allows users to interact with digital products through an easier, calmer, and more intuitive interface. By focusing on improving accessibility by way of design and technology, Glide is building upon the importance of creating inclusive products and services in an increasingly digital world.
The last round of The Big Code took place at Google’s office in Bengaluru, where Prerak competed against other brilliant young Indians. Expressing his excitement on his performance, Prerak Tanwar said, “It has been a deeply rewarding experience to present Glide, a Cognitive Accessibility Engine which is designed to make the web simpler and more inclusive for people with specific needs. The entire journey has been full of invaluable feedback and consistent innovation throughout the various rounds, from the beginning to the end. I am grateful to Google for providing a platform to solve real-world challenges, to my mentors and judges for their guidance, to Geetankshi Tanwar, an RCI-certified special educator, for guiding me through the journey of understanding neurodivergent users, and to IIIT-Delhi for nurturing the foundation that made this possible. This recognition strengthens my belief that accessibility is not an add-on, but a lens through which technology should be built, and I remain committed to advancing solutions that create meaningful impact.”
The Big Code 2026 is a national-level coding + AI competition by Google India, aimed at engineering students to test DSA, problem-solving, and real-world AI skills. The finale was held recently at Google Bengaluru. Top 10 rankers, who share ₹6 lakh prize pool will be updated once this information is available.
