Dosth AI is now the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Texas' 10th District. This prestigious honor was celebrated by Congressman Michael McCaul, who praised Karthik's work on social media, stating, “Congratulations to Karthik Darisi, this year's winner of the Congressional App Challenge Competition! His app, DosthAI, creates personalized social stories and education tools to help those with autism. Every year, I'm amazed at the talent of high school students in Texas' 10th district.”

A Prestigious Recognition

Congressional App Challenge, a highly regarded national competition, celebrates student innovation in computer science and highlights the next generation of tech leaders. As part of this recognition, Dosth AI will receive several unique opportunities:

• Showcasing DosthAI at the U.S. Capitol for one year, where lawmakers and visitors will witness the impact of this work.
• National recognition on House.Gov and the App Challenge website, amplifying DosthAI's visibility.
• Invitation to #HouseOfCode, a Congressional celebration that brings together the nation's top young developers.
• A copyright fee waiver through the ARTS Act, securing intellectual property rights for this app.

Inspiring the Next Generation

Karthik had an opportunity to speak to Congressional App Challenge Community. Here is what they say about his work

"Karthik's story exemplifies how a blend of empathy, innovation, and perseverance can lead to impactful outcomes. Competing in the Congressional App Challenge not only gave him the tools and confidence to pursue his ideas but also solidified his desire to continue pushing the boundaries of AI in service of others. His app, Dosth AI, has already touched lives, from helping children adapt to new environments to gaining recognition from professionals for its potential to revolutionize behavioral therapy. As he looks towards the figure, his commitment to developing meaningful AI applications in fields like medicine is a source of inspiration. We cannot wait to see how Karthik's work continues to shape his community."

Check out the complete interview here