The preXtreme hackathon, organized by the IEEE Student Branch of IIT, took place on the 21st of October 2023. This event served as a precursor to the IEEEXtreme 17.0 global challenge, offering participants a glimpse into the rigors they would encounter during the 24-hour marathon. Held at the premises of Exactpro Private Limited, the hackathon drew the participation of 150 individuals. Teams of participants collaborated to tackle programming challenges presented through the HackerRank platform. Awards were distributed based on the teams’ rankings, reflecting their problem-solving and collaborative skills. This hackathon provided a valuable opportunity for aspiring competitors to sharpen their abilities and prepare for the upcoming IEEEXtreme 17.0 challenge.