Unlocking the full potential of AI starts with your data, but real-world documents come in countless formats and levels of complexity. This session will give you hands-on experience with Docling, an open-source Python library designed to convert complex documents into AI-ready formats. Learn how Docling simplifies document processing, enabling you to efficiently harness all your data for downstream AI and analytics applications.

The rapid evolution of AI, fueled by powerful Large Language Models (LLMs) and autonomous agents, is reshaping how we build, deploy, and manage AI systems. This presentation explores the critical intersection of MLOps and AI architecture, highlighting the paradigm shifts required to integrate LLMs and agents into production. We will address key architectural challenges, including scalability, observability, and security, while examining emerging MLOps practices such as robust data pipelines, model monitoring, and continuous optimization. Attendees will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to navigate the complexities of modern AI deployments, unlocking the full potential of LLMs and agents while ensuring operational excellence.

As AI evolves with powerful Large Language Models (LLMs) and autonomous agents, deploying and managing these systems requires new approaches. This presentation explores the crucial intersection of MLOps and AI architecture, highlighting the shift toward scalable, observable, and secure AI deployments. We’ll examine key architectural considerations for integrating LLMs and agents into production, alongside evolving MLOps practices such as robust data pipelines, model monitoring, and continuous optimization.

Women remain critically underrepresented in data science and Python communities, comprising only 15–22% of professionals globally and less than 3% of contributors to Python open-source projects. This disparity not only limits diversity but also represents a missed opportunity for innovation and community growth. This talk explores actionable strategies to address these gaps, drawing from my leadership in Women in AI at IBM, TechWomen mentorship, and initiatives with NumFOCUS. Attendees will gain insights and practical steps to create inclusive environments, foster diverse collaboration, and ensure the scientific Python community thrives by unlocking its full potential.

Enter the agentic era of data and analytics with Tableau and Agentforce. Discover how AI agents are accelerating data modeling and unlocking conversational analytics. Hear how leading organizations are harnessing agents to reimagine decision-making, supercharge insight delivery, and unleash the full potential of their data-driven workforce.

Today’s supply chains demand more than historical insights–they need real-time intelligence. In this actionable session, discover how leading enterprises are unlocking the full potential of their SAP data by integrating it with Databricks and AI. See how CPG companies are transforming supply chain planning by combining SAP ERP data with external signals like weather and transportation data–enabling them to predict disruptions, optimize inventory, and make faster, smarter decisions. Powered by Databricks, this solution delivers true agility and resilience through a unified data architecture. Join us to learn how: You can eliminate SAP data silos and make them ML and AI-ready at scale External data sources amplify SAP use cases like forecasting and scenario planning AI-driven insights accelerate time-to-action across supply chain operations Whether you're just starting your data modernization journey or seeking ROI from SAP analytics, this session will show you what’s possible.

Join us for an exciting tech event featuring two expert speakers who will dive into the worlds of big data engineering and multi-agent AI systems. Whether you're interested in building massive datasets or leveraging AI for complex automation, this event will equip you with valuable insights and practical knowledge.

Agenda

6:30 PM: Door Opens

7:00 PM: Welcoming

7:10 PM: "From Zero to Hero: Multi-Agent AI" by Ricardo Santos

Discover the power of multi-agent AI systems, and understand how these systems can transform the world and expand automation goals.

You'll learn about implementing agents that interact with large language models like GPT-4o to perform complex tasks, from mathematical calculations to graphical explanations of mathematical concepts, all supported by LangChain and LangGraph. By the end of this talk, the audience will be able to understand and apply these systems in their own AI projects, expanding their skills and opening up new possibilities in automation and artificial intelligence.

7:50 PM: Break

8:10 PM: "How to Turn 8TB of Something into a Dataset" by Sergey Boytsov

Handling large-scale data is no easy task, but Sergey Boytsov will walk you through the process of transforming 8 terabytes of raw information into a structured dataset. Learn about the challenges, tools, and best practices in big data engineering and how to efficiently process massive amounts of data for machine learning and analytics.

8:50 PM: Social Hour

Speakers

Ricardo Santos - Complyance (Staff AI Engineer)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardosantosdiaz/

Sergey Boytsov - JetBrains (Data Engineer)

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Alex Mir, GDG Organizer

GDG Berlin co-lead and Software Engineer

Emy Jamalian, QA engineer

I am a girl, a middle eastern, a European residence, an extra extroverted, a believer in making things work, a fighter for fairness, a motivator.

Jerome Mouton, Organizer

Louis Tsai, GDG Organizer

manjula dube, Organizer

I am Software Engineer & teacher. I'm a world renowned tech speaker.I am from India currently living in Berlin with my husband Sahil Mhapsekar.

I work at The Vanguard Group Europe. I am Founder of Geekabyte that aims to deliver in person tech workshops on Web Development & organises international conferences, React India & JS Conf India. I'm also a Google Developer Expert. I have been obsessed with coding ever since I graduated out of college.

I am founding member of Mumbai Women Coders that aims to encourage more women in tech & provide an avenue into the technology world. I love contributing to open source in my free time. I love Javascript, React & my family ❤️ In coming years I see my self teaching people to code.

Shrinish Donde,

Passionate about telecom and sports. Likes to be in organising and networking.

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AGENDA 18.00 – 18:20 Meet & Greet

Sponsored and Hosted by iO Associates (Tech & Digital recruitment specialists), we bring you an evening of Data and AI.

18:20 - 19:10 Unlocking the Potential of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Advanced Patterns by Tori Tompkins

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) is revolutionizing the capabilities of Generative AI by addressing critical limitations such as knowledge cut-offs, hallucinations, and lack of domain specificity. By integrating external knowledge sources with LLMs, RAG ensures outputs are more accurate, dynamic, and contextually relevant than ever before.

In this session, we’ll begin with why RAG is essential for building scalable, trustworthy AI systems and before diving into advanced patterns like Modular RAG for adaptable designs, Graph RAG for structured data handling, and Voice RAG for audio-driven retrieval. Additionally, we’ll explore Corrective RAG, Branched RAG, and RAG-Fusion to tackle complex, multi-modal challenges. Whether you’re new to RAG or looking to refine your approach, this session will equip you with the tools and strategies to harness the full power of RAG workflows.

19:10 - 19:40 Pizza, Drinks and Networking - thanks iO!

19:40 - 20:30 Turning RAG into something production worthy by Chris Durow

In this session, we will explore how to seamlessly integrate Azure OpenAI, AI Search, and Cosmos DB into a single, efficient Azure Function. Azure OpenAI provides cutting-edge language models that can be utilized for a wide range of AI-driven tasks. AI Search enhances search capabilities with AI-powered indexing and querying. Cosmos DB offers a globally distributed, highly scalable database service. By wrapping these powerful Azure services into an Azure Function, we can create a robust, serverless solution that leverages the strengths of each component.

Attendees will gain insights into the architectural design and implementation strategies necessary for integrating these services. We will delve into practical examples and use cases, showcasing how to build and deploy an Azure Function that harnesses the combined power of Azure OpenAI, AI Search, and Cosmos DB. This session aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how to create scalable, efficient, and intelligent applications using Azure's advanced cloud services.

20:30 on - networking/pub

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Date and Time

Dec 17, 2024 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Location

The Meetup will take place at the NexGen offices, 16 St John’s Ln, London

The Frontier of Visual AI and Medical Imaging

In this talk, we’ll explore the latest medical imaging models. We will dive into live code that shows how you can work with 2D or 3D medical images to get the most out of your Medical ML projects. Learn about models like MedSam2 and NVIDIA’s Vista3D and more! In a field that in constantly changing, get a quick look at whats State of the Art to stay up to date!

About the Speaker

Daniel Gural is a seasoned Machine Learning Engineer at Voxel51 with a strong passion for empowering Data Scientists and ML Engineers to unlock the full potential of their data.

The Hidden Accelerator: How Storage Can Elevate LLM Performance

This presentation explores the critical role of storage in large language model (LLM) development and deployment. It examines key considerations including performance, availability, mobility, and security, highlighting how these factors impact model training and inference at scale. The talk discusses various storage solutions, from local to distributed systems, and their trade-offs in supporting LLM workloads. Finally, it emphasizes the importance of a well-planned storage strategy in unlocking the full potential of AI projects and facilitating seamless scaling.

About the Speaker

Mischa van Kesteren is a Solutions Engineer at NexGen Cloud, focused on Hyperstack, their GPUaaS On-Demand platform. With nearly a decade of experience in the field of HPC and AI, Mischa leads complex solution designs and serves as a thought leader in sustainable and secure AI and HPC practices.

Register to reserve you spot

Date and Time

Dec 17, 2024 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Location

The Meetup will take place at the NexGen offices, 16 St John’s Ln, London

The Frontier of Visual AI and Medical Imaging

In this talk, we’ll explore the latest medical imaging models. We will dive into live code that shows how you can work with 2D or 3D medical images to get the most out of your Medical ML projects. Learn about models like MedSam2 and NVIDIA’s Vista3D and more! In a field that in constantly changing, get a quick look at whats State of the Art to stay up to date!

About the Speaker

Daniel Gural is a seasoned Machine Learning Engineer at Voxel51 with a strong passion for empowering Data Scientists and ML Engineers to unlock the full potential of their data.

The Hidden Accelerator: How Storage Can Elevate LLM Performance

This presentation explores the critical role of storage in large language model (LLM) development and deployment. It examines key considerations including performance, availability, mobility, and security, highlighting how these factors impact model training and inference at scale. The talk discusses various storage solutions, from local to distributed systems, and their trade-offs in supporting LLM workloads. Finally, it emphasizes the importance of a well-planned storage strategy in unlocking the full potential of AI projects and facilitating seamless scaling.

About the Speaker

Mischa van Kesteren is a Solutions Engineer at NexGen Cloud, focused on Hyperstack, their GPUaaS On-Demand platform. With nearly a decade of experience in the field of HPC and AI, Mischa leads complex solution designs and serves as a thought leader in sustainable and secure AI and HPC practices.

In this episode of The Deep Dive, we explore Retrieval-Augmented Generation, or RAG, and its revolutionary impact on AI. We break down five game-changing applications of RAG, each transforming how AI interacts with real-time data and complex information. Discover how RAG is enhancing everything from customer service to academic research, by tackling challenges like outdated information and static AI models. Key Highlights: Real-time Q&A Systems: How RAG ensures that AI provides the most up-to-date answers, making customer support smarter and more reliable.Dynamic Content Creation: No more stale reports—learn how RAG allows for content that updates in real-time.Multi-Source Summarization: Summarizing complex, often conflicting information from multiple sources for balanced insights.Intelligent Chatbots: Discover how RAG-driven chatbots bring up-to-the-minute responses, improving user experience in real-time.Specialized Knowledge Integration: From medical diagnoses to legal precedents, see how RAG is revolutionizing fields requiring precise, specialized knowledge.Tune in to see how RAG is shaping the future of AI, making it more adaptable, intelligent, and responsive to our world’s ever-changing landscape! Resources: Article: "5 Game-Changing Techniques to Boost Your NLP Projects with Retrieval Augmented Generation"Explore hands-on with RAG at Hugging FaceResearch and community forums for deeper learning and discussions on RAG

Welcome to our webinar, "Ensuring Your AI Project's Success: A Comprehensive Guide." In this focused workshop, we provide you with the blueprint for unlocking the full potential of your AI endeavors.

Join us as we delve into the essentials of the machine learning lifecycle, emphasizing the critical role of Human-Centric MLOps in achieving success. From data preparation and model training to deployment and monitoring, we'll dissect each stage of the process, equipping you with the tools and strategies needed for end-to-end implementation.

But success in AI isn't just about algorithms and data—it's about people. That's why we place a strong emphasis on the human element throughout this workshop. Learn how to navigate the complexities of AI projects while fostering team synergy and collaboration. By prioritizing both technological efficiency and human connection, you'll pave the way for a truly successful AI project.

Don't miss out on this invaluable opportunity to gain actionable insights and take your AI projects to new heights. Register now to secure your spot and unlock the keys to AI success!

Uncover the power of Zero-ETL integrations for your data in AWS. Learn firsthand how integrating Amazon Aurora with Amazon Redshift and Amazon DynamoDB with Amazon OpenSearch enables near real-time analytics and machine learning. Tailored for developers, architects, and administrators, discover key insights, best practices, and techniques for seamless integration of fully managed services, reducing latency and unlocking the full potential of your data in AWS.

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Global Azure 2024 is here! Communities around the world are organizing localized hybrid events and live streams for everyone around the world to join and learn about Azure from the best-in-class community leaders.

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10:15 AM – Azure AI and Terraform - Exploring our Options by Jake Walsh & Nicholas Chang A look into the options for using Azure Terraform to work with Azure AI Services and Models. Covering an overview of Azure Terraform, Deployment Options, and the types of Azure AI Resources we can manage.

10:45 AM – Unlocking the Potential of Azure Blob Storage: A Guide to the lesser-known Features by John Kilmister In this talk, we will delve into the world of Azure Blob Storage and discover some of its lesser-known features and capabilities. We will explore the ways in which these features can enhance your use of Azure storage solutions. Whether you are a seasoned Azure user or new to the platform, this talk will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies for optimizing your use of Azure Blob Storage.

11:30 AM – Azure Verified Modules by Marcel Lupo In this session we take a closer look at (AVM) Azure Verified Modules. With AVM the aim is to provide a trusted platform for organisations to find and deploy solutions that can be easily integrate with their Azure-based services and infrastructure. They can span a wide range of solutions, using popular infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Bicep and Terraform.

12:00 PM – Unlocking the Power of Azure OpenAI: A Comprehensive Exploration and Demonstration by Alpa Buddhabhatti During this concise yet comprehensive session, we'll immerse ourselves in the realm of Azure OpenAI. We will delve into the fundamental principles, capabilities, and practical use cases of this cutting-edge AI technology. Whether you're new to Azure OpenAI or seeking a quick refresher, this session will serve as your gateway to unlock its full potential. In this demonstration, we will focus on the following technologies: 1. Azure OpenAI 2. Azure Data Factory 3. Microsoft Fabric 4. Azure SQL/ LakeHouse 5. Visual studio Code You'll gain valuable insights to effectively grasp and employ Azure OpenAI, paving the way for further exploration and integration into your projects.

12:30 PM – Microsoft Azure Service Bus (MaaS) Integration Simplified by Dias Manjaly The purpose of this foundation session is to demonstrate the usage of Azure Service Bus (MaaS). This session walkthrough the story of a bad customer experience and how it was resolved using Azure Service Bus. It has a short demo based on the story as well. It also covers cool features in Azure Service Bus, High Level Solution Design diagrams, How messages are sent and received using Azure Service Bus and an Azure Function, How to use Azure Service Bus Explorer, Service Bus Quotas and Dynamics 365 CRM Integration with Azure Service Bus, Comparison with other Azure messaging services. No prior knowledge is required to attend this foundation session. Audience will get a clear understanding of Azure Service Bus and it is a very useful skill to have as it a common use case.

1:15 PM – Code, Serverless Containers, and Cloud: Azure Container Apps for Developers by Jonah Andersson Do you want to build and develop serverless containers on a cloud platform such as Microsoft Azure? In this session, you will learn about the important technical concepts you need to know about building and developing Azure containers. The session explores serverlesss containers such Azure Container Apps and its key useful features for cloud development of microservices. Regardless of whether you are new, you will learn how to get started developing with and building your code with ACA and leverage the power of Azure with it.

1:45 PM – .NET on tiny IOT Meadow Boards by Clifford Agius Description It's a fact that DotNET has been around for 20 years and was once just the preserve of Windows, but has in recent years moved to Mobile using Mono and Xamarin, but still big powerful systems and processors. However, thanks to the work of WildernessLabs there is now the Meadow F7 board, a small form factor IOT board based around the Adafruit Feather. This means you can now write your Dot NET C#/F# code and truly run anywhere. The idea of this talk is to show that your existing DotNET skills can be used on IOT platforms without the scary Arduino version of C, you really do now have the skills to write code that will run anywhere. I am just a DotNET dev like you, I don’t work for WildernessLabs and this is not going to be a sales talk about the Meadow system, I backed the Kickstarter and I just enjoy playing with IOT. I want to show you that it’s scary and you too have the skills to diving in and get that LED blinking after that you can automate the home. We'll discuss: - The process of setting up the Meadow board and getting that first Hello World Blinky light going. - Brief explanation of the board and tooling - Demo a more complex system where the board is battery powered measuring sensor values and reporting this to an Azure function for processing.

2:15 PM – Would YOU Survive the Titanic?", with ML and .NET by Simon Painter Have you ever wondered whether YOU would survive the sinking of RMS Titanic or not? In this talk, we'll be using Visual Studio, C# and ML.NET to find out. Machine Learning is a hot topic these days. Business around the world are keen to utilise it; but doesn't it mean learning python?? In fact - no! These days it's not only possible to do ML in Visual Studio, but it's actually easy to produce high quality results with very little effort. Be warned though, there are ice bergs ahead...

3:00 PM – Umbraco Cloud's Journey with Kubernetes, Terraform & Azure DevOps by Dan Lister Dive into the inner workings of Umbraco Cloud's Platform transformation in this talk. See our hands-on approach to deploying and managing cloud infrastructure using Terraform. See how we use of rapid release cycles with Azure DevOps, minimising deployment times while maintaining quality and security. Explore our journey leveraging Azure Kubernetes Services for global scalability and high availability. Witness the integration of Azure API Management in streamlining interactions between our services, enforcing policies, and ensuring a secure, unified API gateway. Gain firsthand insights into how Umbraco Cloud's Platform Team innovatively wields these tools, offering practical knowledge for your own cloud environments.

3:30 PM – Azure Storage Has Never Been So Cool! by Anthony Mashford This session is about the Azure NetApp Files service. The Azure NetApp Files service delivers high-performance, low-latency file storage on-demand. We will cover the features of the service, such as snapshots, backups, replication and the new addition of the cool-access tiering feature. This new tiering feature is a great option to help drive down costs for Azure file storage whilst maintaining the great functional capabilities of Azure NetApp Files. The session will also include a live demonstration of the service and its features and Infrastructure-as-Code deployments.

The data landscape is evolving rapidly, with generative AI poised to revolutionize insight generation and data culture. Join experts from Databricks, MongoDB, Confluent, and Dataiku for an exclusive executive discussion on harnessing gen AI's transformative potential. We'll explore how to break down multicloud data silos, empowering informed decision-making and unlocking your data's full value with gen AI. Discover strategies for integrating gen AI, addressing challenges, and building a future-proof, innovation-driven data culture.

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About this series: This series will talk about the possibilities that Azure Open AI brings to developers so they can generate useful content in their apps, including responses, creative images, and powerful code. Join us to understand how generative AI is a revolution that can speed up productivity and take your app to the next level.

Who is it aimed at?* This series is aimed at software developers, AI enthusiasts, and tech professionals who want to bring the power of Azure Open AI to develop intelligent .NET applications.

Why should I attend? Whether you're a beginner looking to get started or an experienced developer seeking to expand your AI capabilities, this series provides valuable insights and practical guidance to empower individuals and teams in creating cutting-edge AI-infused solutions.

About this session Learn how to seamlessly generate code, images, and text into your .NET projects. Open up a world of possibilities for automating content creation, enhancing user experiences, and streamlining development processes, unlocking the full potential of your intelligent, data-driven applications.

Here is a useful Learn Module Collection to develop your skills during this series: https://aka.ms/Learn.NETAppsAzureOpenAI3