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Strengthening Engineer Dating with Castanet's GitHub Integration

In an effort to bolster dating opportunities for engineers, Castanet has officially integrated with GitHub, a platform widely used by software developers and engineers. This initiative is spearheaded by the Tokyo-based non-profit organization, the Wedding Consultation NPO, which has been providing marriage consulting services since 2013. The technology firm Loginas, located in Zushi, Kanagawa, is responsible for the development and operation of the Castanet service.

A Tailored Dating Experience for Engineers

This new feature allows engineers with GitHub accounts to showcase their skill sets in the realms of dating and marriage more effectively. By linking their GitHub profiles to their Castanet accounts, users can seamlessly demonstrate their technical prowess and project involvement, making them stand out in the dating scene without feeling the pressure of traditional dating profiles.

To celebrate this landmark achievement, Castanet will host an online hackathon titled "Creating the Ideal Dating System" on November 27, 2025, starting at 8 PM. This event aims to gather minds from diverse backgrounds to brainstorm innovative solutions for engineer-centric dating platforms, focusing on a special theme: developing a system to prevent non-consensual sexual encounters.

Understanding the Challenges of Engineer Dating

The Wedding Consultation NPO recognizes that dating can be particularly challenging for engineers. With the male-to-female ratio in the engineering fields often cited as 80:20, there is a noticeable imbalance that can contribute to communication barriers between genders. Male engineers may struggle with assertiveness and often default to discussing technical topics, which may leave their female counterparts feeling excluded.

According to the NPO, this is a critical issue, as males may find it difficult to connect with women who don’t share the same technical interests or cannot keep up with discussions centered around technology, software, or gaming. As a result, finding common ground and understanding among potential partners becomes an uphill battle for many.

By integrating GitHub with Castanet, the NPO hopes to leverage the platform's structured profile layouts, making it easier for potential partners to gauge an engineer's skills and experience. This initiative allows engineers to enhance their dating profiles organically while focusing on their technical development.

Hackathon Overview: Collaborating for Solutions

The hackathon will feature Wedding Consultation NPO's representative, Mr. Kageyama, alongside Mr. Yamamoto, president of Loginas. Utilizing the Zoom platform, participants will share ideas on necessary features and functions that aspiring engineer-dating systems should include. The special theme—developing a system to combat non-consensual sexual encounters—addresses pressing societal issues highlighted by the inauguration of the non-consensual sexual offense law in 2023.

With the growing realization that proving consent has become a significant concern in dating, the hackathon will explore new applications and systems that could mitigate risks associated with non-consensual interactions. While there are existing platforms aimed at preventing such issues, many face effectiveness challenges as they age. Castanet's unique approach offers a fresh perspective on tackling these persistently challenging problems.

Participants interested in developing innovative solutions and contributing ideas can register for the hackathon through the following link: Hackathon Registration.

What is Castanet?

Castanet positions itself as an online service providing tools for dating and marriage use, focusing on maintaining a free-to-use model. The service aims to combat deceptive profiles and issues related to paid dating by creating a trusted connection platform where users can verify each other's information, such as marital status, education, and residence. Through these measures, Castanet seeks to reduce the growing number of dating-related problems and address societal concerns regarding singles and late marriages.

For more information, visit the official Castanet webpage at Castanet Official Site.

About the Wedding Consultation NPO

Founded in 2013, the Wedding Consultation NPO tackles the issues of declining birth rates and increasing age of first marriages in Japan. Recognized as a non-profit organization by the Tokyo government, it extensively supports individuals seeking marriage through diverse platforms. Their initiatives cover a wide range of demographics, including services for the disabled and those from non-traditional backgrounds.

Through this new initiative with GitHub, the NPO aims to not only improve dating prospects for engineers but also contribute positively to broader societal issues surrounding marriage and relationships.