Today, Kirk Offel sits down with industry luminary Dean Nelson, founder of Infrastructure Masons, for an in-depth conversation that's all about the future of digital infrastructure, AI, and the power challenges shaping our industry. Whether you’re brand-new to the world of data centers or have decades of experience, this episode will open your eyes to the explosive growth we're witnessing right now—think doubling and tripling of capacity at speeds we've never seen before. Dean Nelson shares the inside story behind Infrastructure Masons, the creation of their groundbreaking industry report, and why building community and collaboration is more vital than ever. Follow Dean and iMasons: www.linkedin.com/in/deannelson/ [email protected] www.iMasons.org www.iMasons.org/publications socialaccord.org

Summary In this episode of the Data Engineering Podcast Ariel Pohoryles, head of product marketing for Boomi's data management offerings, talks about a recent survey of 300 data leaders on how organizations are investing in data to scale AI. He shares a paradox uncovered in the research: while 77% of leaders trust the data feeding their AI systems, only 50% trust their organization's data overall. Ariel explains why truly productionizing AI demands broader, continuously refreshed data with stronger automation and governance, and highlights the challenges posed by unstructured data and vector stores. The conversation covers the need to shift from manual reviews to automated pipelines, the resurgence of metadata and master data management, and the importance of guardrails, traceability, and agent governance. Ariel also predicts a growing convergence between data teams and application integration teams and advises leaders to focus on high-value use cases, aggressive pipeline automation, and cataloging and governing the coming sprawl of AI agents, all while using AI to accelerate data engineering itself.

Announcements Hello and welcome to the Data Engineering Podcast, the show about modern data managementData teams everywhere face the same problem: they're forcing ML models, streaming data, and real-time processing through orchestration tools built for simple ETL. The result? Inflexible infrastructure that can't adapt to different workloads. That's why Cash App and Cisco rely on Prefect. Cash App's fraud detection team got what they needed - flexible compute options, isolated environments for custom packages, and seamless data exchange between workflows. Each model runs on the right infrastructure, whether that's high-memory machines or distributed compute. Orchestration is the foundation that determines whether your data team ships or struggles. ETL, ML model training, AI Engineering, Streaming - Prefect runs it all from ingestion to activation in one platform. Whoop and 1Password also trust Prefect for their data operations. If these industry leaders use Prefect for critical workflows, see what it can do for you at dataengineeringpodcast.com/prefect.Data migrations are brutal. They drag on for months—sometimes years—burning through resources and crushing team morale. Datafold's AI-powered Migration Agent changes all that. Their unique combination of AI code translation and automated data validation has helped companies complete migrations up to 10 times faster than manual approaches. And they're so confident in their solution, they'll actually guarantee your timeline in writing. Ready to turn your year-long migration into weeks? Visit dataengineeringpodcast.com/datafold today for the details.Composable data infrastructure is great, until you spend all of your time gluing it together. Bruin is an open source framework, driven from the command line, that makes integration a breeze. Write Python and SQL to handle the business logic, and let Bruin handle the heavy lifting of data movement, lineage tracking, data quality monitoring, and governance enforcement. Bruin allows you to build end-to-end data workflows using AI, has connectors for hundreds of platforms, and helps data teams deliver faster. Teams that use Bruin need less engineering effort to process data and benefit from a fully integrated data platform. Go to dataengineeringpodcast.com/bruin today to get started. And for dbt Cloud customers, they'll give you $1,000 credit to migrate to Bruin Cloud.Your host is Tobias Macey and today I'm interviewing Ariel Pohoryles about data management investments that organizations are making to enable them to scale AI implementationsInterview IntroductionHow did you get involved in the area of data management?Can you start by describing the motivation and scope of your recent survey on data management investments for AI across your respondents?What are the key takeaways that were most significant to you?The survey reveals a fascinating paradox: 77% of leaders trust the data used by their AI systems, yet only half trust their organization's overall data quality. For our data engineering audience, what does this suggest about how companies are currently sourcing data for AI? Does it imply they are using narrow, manually-curated "golden datasets," and what are the technical challenges and risks of that approach as they try to scale?The report highlights a heavy reliance on manual data quality processes, with one expert noting companies feel it's "not reliable to fully automate validation" for external or customer data. At the same time, maturity in "Automated tools for data integration and cleansing" is low, at only 42%. What specific technical hurdles or organizational inertia are preventing teams from adopting more automation in their data quality and integration pipelines?There was a significant point made that with generative AI, "biases can scale much faster," making automated governance essential. From a data engineering perspective, how does the data management strategy need to evolve to support generative AI versus traditional ML models? What new types of data quality checks, lineage tracking, or monitoring for feedback loops are required when the model itself is generating new content based on its own outputs?The report champions a "centralized data management platform" as the "connective tissue" for reliable AI. How do you see the scale and data maturity impacting the realities of that effort?How do architectural patterns in the shape of cloud warehouses, lakehouses, data mesh, data products, etc. factor into that need for centralized/unified platforms?A surprising finding was that a third of respondents have not fully grasped the risk of significant inaccuracies in their AI models if they fail to prioritize data management. In your experience, what are the biggest blind spots for data and analytics leaders?Looking at the maturity charts, companies rate themselves highly on "Developing a data management strategy" (65%) but lag significantly in areas like "Automated tools for data integration and cleansing" (42%) and "Conducting bias-detection audits" (24%). If you were advising a data engineering team lead based on these findings, what would you tell them to prioritize in the next 6-12 months to bridge the gap between strategy and a truly scalable, trustworthy data foundation for AI?The report states that 83% of companies expect to integrate more data sources for their AI in the next year. For a data engineer on the ground, what is the most important capability they need to build into their platform to handle this influx?What are the most interesting, innovative, or unexpected ways that you have seen teams addressing the new and accelerated data needs for AI applications?What are some of the noteworthy trends or predictions that you have for the near-term future of the impact that AI is having or will have on data teams and systems?Contact Info LinkedInParting Question From your perspective, what is the biggest gap in the tooling or technology for data management today?Closing Announcements Thank you for listening! Don't forget to check out our other shows. Podcast.init covers the Python language, its community, and the innovative ways it is being used. The AI Engineering Podcast is your guide to the fast-moving world of building AI systems.Visit the site to subscribe to the show, sign up for the mailing list, and read the show notes.If you've learned something or tried out a project from the show then tell us about it! Email [email protected] with your story.Links BoomiData ManagementIntegration & Automation DemoAgentstudioData Connector Agent WebinarSurvey ResultsData GovernanceShadow ITPodcast EpisodeThe intro and outro music is from The Hug by The Freak Fandango Orchestra / CC BY-SA

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Description: Join Firebolt and AWS to learn how to build an end-to-end data analytics solution powered by AI and MCP.

Through this interactive, instructors-led workshop, we'll be working together to build a dashboard for understanding sales trends in near-real time and make decisions. We will also integrate with MCP server to obtain answers to complex questions that are grounded in the data. At the end, you’ll have a complete understanding of how to begin implementing this type of architecture in your own organization, and be able to clearly articulate the business value of modernizing your data analytical infrastructure.

You will learn: - Firebolt (Application and MCP server)\, AWS Bedrock and Quicksight - Scalable and cost-effective data ingestion - Optimize queries for production workloads - Scale infrastructure for increasing concurrency - Best practices for interactive data analytics applications

Speakers: - Connor Carreras\, Solution Engineer\, Firebolt. - Antony Prasad Thevaraj\, Partner Solution Architect\, AWS

Requirements: - Bring laptop - Tech stacks: MCP server\, AWS Bedrock and Quicksight

Important: register on the event website is REQUIRED for admission (RSVP on meetup is turn off)

Description: Join Firebolt and AWS to learn how to build an end-to-end data analytics solution powered by AI and MCP.

Through this interactive, instructors-led workshop, we'll be working together to build a dashboard for understanding sales trends in near-real time and make decisions. We will also integrate with MCP server to obtain answers to complex questions that are grounded in the data. At the end, you’ll have a complete understanding of how to begin implementing this type of architecture in your own organization, and be able to clearly articulate the business value of modernizing your data analytical infrastructure.

You will learn: - Firebolt (Application and MCP server)\, AWS Bedrock and Quicksight - Scalable and cost-effective data ingestion - Optimize queries for production workloads - Scale infrastructure for increasing concurrency - Best practices for interactive data analytics applications

Speakers: - Connor Carreras\, Solution Engineer\, Firebolt. - Antony Prasad Thevaraj\, Partner Solution Architect\, AWS

Requirements: - Bring laptop - Tech stacks: MCP server\, AWS Bedrock and Quicksight

Topic: Bridging Lake and Database: The Technology Behind Apache Doris Real-time Queries on Iceberg

Description: The convergence of Data Lakes and Databases has become an inevitable trend in modern data infrastructure. While Data Lakes provide open, cost-efficient, and scalable storage, Databases excel in query performance, concurrency, and usability. The key challenge is how to combine the strengths of both worlds to achieve flexible yet high-performance real-time queriesa problem that is attracting growing industry attention.

In this talk, We will deep-dive into how Apache Doris supports real-time queries on Iceberg tables, covering:

• The background and industry trend of Data LakeDatabase convergence
• How Apache Doris integrates with Iceberg at the architectural level
• The core techniques behind Doriss real-time query engine: vectorized execution, smart caching and materialized view, etc.
• Typical real-world use cases and performance benchmarks of Doris on Iceberg
• A forward-looking perspective on the evolution of the Data Lakehouse ecosystem

By the end of this session, you will understand how Apache Doris empowers organizations to run low-latency, high-concurrency analytics directly on Data Lakes, and gain insights into the latest trends in data architecture.

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​CryptoMondaysNYC: Women of Wall Street 🗓 August 4th \| 6:00 – 8:30 PM 📍 Stellar Development Foundation, NYC ​Join us for a powerful evening at the intersection of finance, crypto, and female leadership. CryptoMondaysNYC proudly presents "Women of Wall Street", an exclusive gathering spotlighting the women shaping the future of digital assets and financial innovation.

​This special event is hosted at the headquarters of the Stellar Development Foundation, a leader in advancing open and inclusive financial systems. We're thrilled to present this evening in partnership with SoSoValue, a cutting-edge analytics platform driving transparency and insight in the Web3 space & Vault12, the pioneer in crypto inheritance management, helping everyday people set up legacy contacts for their Bitcoin and Ethereum crypto wallets. ​✨ Space is extremely limited. All guests must be approved for entry — early RSVP is strongly encouraged. RSVP HERE ​

Featured Guest: ​ Kelly YE, CFA: ​Democratize Alternative Investments \| Drive Digital Assets Adoption

​Connect with industry leaders, rising voices, and a curated community of innovators redefining what’s possible in finance.

Thank you to our evenings partner ... SoSoValue - SoSoValue is a next-generation investment ecosystem designed to elevate the standard of digital asset management. At its core are three innovative products: an AI-driven research terminal offering complimentary\, real-time market data and in-depth analysis; a seamless index protocol (SoSoValue Index - SSI) that simplifies diversified multi-token investing; and a high-performance decentralized exchange (SoDEX) built on SoSoValue’s proprietary ValueChain\, supporting both spot and derivatives trading via an on-chain order book.

By harmonizing AI with the forefront of financial innovation, SoSoValue empowers investors of all experience levels to monitor market movements, refine portfolio strategies, and unlock optimal returns with unmatched efficiency and confidence.

With a growing community of over 80 million registered users and approximately 1 million daily active users, SoSoValue is rapidly shaping the future of decentralized finance. Our SSI protocol is currently ranked #2 among revenue-generating DeFi platforms on BASE, underscoring both its utility and user trust. Meanwhile, our high-performance decentralized exchange, SoDEX, is live on testnet and gearing up for an imminent launch on mainnet. ​SoSoValue Live Crypto Prices, Bitcoin/ETH ETFs Data, On-Chain Data Dashboard, Bitcoin Spot ETF Trends, and Up-to-the-Second Cryptocurrency News. NorthAmerica Telegram Group: @sosovalueNA

​Stellar empowers builders to unlock human and economic potential. It combines a powerful, decentralized blockchain network with a global ecosystem of innovators to create opportunities as borderless as ideas. It offers the tools to make a difference in the real world through new digital asset products and services that enhance access to the global financial system.

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What does it mean to be agentic? Is there a spectrum of agency?  In this episode of The Analytics Engineering Podcast, Tristan Handy talks to Sean Falconer, senior director of AI strategy at Confluent, about AI agents. They discuss what truly makes software "agentic," where agents are successfully being deployed, and how to conceptualize and build agents within enterprise infrastructure.  Sean shares practical ideas about the changing trends in AI, the role of basic models, and why agents may be better for businesses than for consumers. This episode will give you a clear, practical idea of how AI agents can change businesses, instead of being a vague marketing buzzword. For full show notes and to read 6+ years of back issues of the podcast's companion newsletter, head to https://roundup.getdbt.com. The Analytics Engineering Podcast is sponsored by dbt Labs.

Send us a text Welcome to the cozy corner of the tech world! Datatopics is your go-to spot for relaxed discussions around tech, news, data, and society. In this episode of Data Topics, we sit down with Nick Schouten — data engineer at dataroots — for a full recap of KubeCon Europe 2025 and a deep dive into the current and future state of Kubernetes. We talk through what’s actually happening in the Kubernetes ecosystem — from platform engineering trends to AI infra challenges — and why some teams are doubling down while others are stepping away. Here’s what we cover: What Kubernetes actually is, and how to explain it beyond the buzzwordWhen Kubernetes is the right choice (e.g., hybrid environments, GPU-heavy workloads) — and when it’s overkillHow teams are trying to host LLMs and AI models on Kubernetes, and the blockers they’re hitting (GPUs, complexity, cost)GitOps innovations spotted at KubeCon — like tools that convert UI clicks into Git commits for infrastructure-as-codeWhy observability is still one of Kubernetes’ biggest weaknesses, and how a wave of new startups are trying to solve itThe push to improve developer experience for ML and data teams (no more YAML overload)The debate around abstraction vs control — and how some teams are turning away from Kubernetes entirely in favor of simpler toolsWhat “vibe coding” means in an LLM-driven world, and how voice-to-code workflows are changing how we write infrastructureWhether the future of Kubernetes is more “visible and accessible,” or further under the hoodIf you're a data engineer, MLOps practitioner, platform lead, or simply trying to stay ahead of the curve in infrastructure and AI — this episode is packed with relevant insights from someone who's hands-on with both the tools and the teaching.

As the cybersecurity landscape for critical infrastructure continues to shift, staying informed is no longer optional—it’s essential.

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Join us for an exclusive (CS)²AI Online™ Ask Me Anything session, hosted by (CS)²AI Fellow Justin Searle, Director of ICS Security at InGuardians, Inc. Justin is a globally respected leader in ICS cybersecurity, known for his hands-on expertise, red teaming experience, and practical insights from the field.

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As the cybersecurity landscape for critical infrastructure continues to shift, staying informed is no longer optional—it’s essential.

Join us for an exclusive (CS)²AI Online™ Ask Me Anything session, hosted by (CS)²AI Fellow Justin Searle, Director of ICS Security at InGuardians, Inc. Justin is a globally respected leader in ICS cybersecurity, known for his hands-on expertise, red teaming experience, and practical insights from the field.

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As the cybersecurity landscape for critical infrastructure continues to shift, staying informed is no longer optional—it’s essential.

Join us for an exclusive (CS)²AI Online™ Ask Me Anything session, hosted by (CS)²AI Fellow Justin Searle, Director of ICS Security at InGuardians, Inc. Justin is a globally respected leader in ICS cybersecurity, known for his hands-on expertise, red teaming experience, and practical insights from the field.

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The AI revolution is accelerating, and enterprises need scalable, high-performance infrastructure to keep up. An AI Factory is designed to provide end-to-end AI capabilities, empowering organizations to develop, deploy, and scale AI workloads with unprecedented efficiency.

Join this webinar to explore how NVIDIA Accelerated Computing platforms integrate seamlessly with HPE’s robust computing, storage, and networking solutions. Learn how enterprises across industries are leveraging the AI Factory model to streamline AI operations, optimize performance, and accelerate innovation—whether in research, manufacturing, financial services, or beyond.

Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ AI Factory Fundamentals: How NVIDIA and HPE collaborate to deliver scalable AI infrastructure. 2️⃣ Optimized AI Workflows: Streamlining AI model training, inference, and data management at enterprise scale. 3️⃣ Industry Applications: Real-world use cases showcasing AI Factory’s impact across sectors. 4️⃣ Future of AI at Scale: Trends and innovations shaping the next generation of AI-driven enterprises.

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Hello everyone! As always a big thank you to all who attended our first Data & AI London meet up of the year in March.. Of course a big thank you to Katia Gil Guzman of OpenAI too for taking the time to join us and kick off the year of meet ups perfectly!

Now its time to keep things rolling and announce our next event for May! For this event we welcome back one of the fan favourites Holly Smith from Databricks who gave an awesome talk last year and Tom Stuart founding engineer of PortiaAI, an open source framework that allows developers to spin up AI agents.

Tom Stuart \| Founding Engineer @ PortiaAI Architecting multi agent systems for reliability 2025 is purportedly the year of Agents, autonomous systems able to accomplish a vast swathe of tasks which were previously unheard of for AI. At the same time, many naysayers are citing difficulties in running agents in production due to reliability concerns. In this talk, we'll look at some of the difficulties in creating these systems, and what the trends are in the industry that address them, as well as our own experience building these systems at Portia AI.

About me Tom is the founding engineer at Portia AI, helping to build a multi-agent SDK with a strong focus on reliability and authentication. Before founding Portia, he served as CTO at a fintech startup and has held a range of roles across the software industry — including working on the Security team at Monzo. His experience spans infrastructure, product, and leadership, all with a deep emphasis on building secure, scalable systems.

Holly Smith \| Staff Developer Advocate @ Databricks The Metadata Marathon: How Three Storage Projects are Racing Forward With the enormous amount of discussion about open storage formats between nerds and even not-nerds, it can be hard to keep track of who’s doing what and how this actually makes any impact on day to day data projects. I want us to take a closer look at the three big projects in this space; Delta, Hudi and Iceberg. They’re all trying to solve for similar data problems and have tackled the various challenges in different ways. This talk with start with the very basics of how we got here, what the history is before diving deep into the underlying tech, their roadmaps and their impacts on the data landscape as a whole.

About me Holly Smith is a multi award winning Data and AI expert who has over a decade of experience working with Data and AI teams in a variety of capacities from individual contributors all the way up to leadership. In her role at Databricks she has worked with many multi national companies as they embark on their journey to the cutting edge of data. She is a renowned public speaker, teacher and minority in tech advocate.

Please aim to arrive at 6pm. The talks will start around 6.30pm (give or take a few mins) and there will be pizza and refreshments as always on arrival :)

Look forward to seeing you all soon!

High-Performance Computing (HPC) is the backbone of industries that rely on complex simulations and data-intensive computations, from financial services to manufacturing. With AI-driven innovations, organizations can significantly enhance HPC efficiency, streamline workflows, and optimize simulations for faster, more accurate results.

This webinar will explore how AI can be seamlessly integrated into traditional HPC infrastructures without relying on Pretrained AI (PCAI) models. Industry experts will discuss real-world applications in high-level synthesis (HLS), financial services (FSI), and manufacturing, showcasing the transformative power of AI-driven HPC. Join us to learn how AI can elevate your HPC workloads, reduce computational bottlenecks, and drive new levels of performance and automation in your industry.

Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ AI-Driven HPC Optimization: How AI enhances traditional HPC infrastructure for improved simulation accuracy and efficiency. 2️⃣ Workflow Automation with AI: Using AI to streamline and optimize HPC workflows across industries. 3️⃣ Industry-Specific Applications: Real-world case studies in HLS, FSI, and manufacturing where AI transforms HPC workloads. 4️⃣ Future of AI in HPC: Emerging trends and strategies to ensure AI integration aligns with evolving industry needs.

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Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025

For Community, By the Community

Join us for Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025, a dedicated space for Tech and AI enthusiasts, developers, and professionals to learn, share, and collaborate. This event is part of a global initiative bringing together AI experts and learners to explore the latest innovations, best practices, and real-world applications of Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure.

Event Details

• Date: April 11, 2025
• Time: 13:00 – 20:30 CET
• Location: CODE University of Applied Sciences
• Topics: Azure AI, Copilots, AI Upskilling, Microsoft 365, AI Ethics

Pre-recorded Keynote Session

Hear from Scott Hanselman, Guido van Rossum, Jennifer Marsman, and Sarah Bird as they discuss AI’s impact on development, Python’s role, and the importance of ethical AI.

In-person Closing Keynote

Hear from Christian Heilmann, VP of DevRel at WeAreDevelopers, as he explores “Vibe coding, creativity, craft and professionalism – are we making ourselves redundant?” – a thought-provoking session on the evolving role of developers in the age of AI.

Speakers & Sessions at Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025

• Welcome & Announcements – Presented by ignore gravity, CODE University, and the Global AI Community Reimar Müller-Thum – CEO at CODE University \| Peter Ruppel – President at CODE University Susanne Scheerer – Partner at ignore gravity Zaid Zaim – XR / AI at ignore gravity \| Micorosoft MVP \| Global AI Berlin Chapter Lead
• Tanja Wiehoff – Build Your Own Intranet Agents in Minutes M365 Consultant at Communardo Software \| Microsoft MVP
• René Schulte – The Next Frontier with Multimodal, Agentic & Embodied Intelligence Head of 3D and AI Practices at Reply \| Microsoft MVP / RD
• Matthias Buchhorn-Roth & Alexander Preis – Custom AI Agents, No-Code Workflow, Conversational Interfaces Founders at PX4.ai
• Marc Plogas – Semantic Kernel Multi-Agent Scenarios
• Christian Weyer – Semantic AI: Language & Embedding Models Hand-in-Hand CTO & Co-founder at Thinktecture \| Microsoft MVP / RD
• Marius Marx – Cyber Security in Enterprise & Critical Infrastructure Co-founder & CPO at Alaris Security
• Daniela Burgos - From Rock Bottom to Startup Founder: My AI-Powered Comeback Nerea Co-founder and Grace Accelerator participant
• Nicole Enders – HR Companion - Build a Bot with Azure AI Foundry & Microsoft Teams Managing Consultant at CONET Solutions \| Microsoft MVP
• Ragnar Heil – 5 Different Shades of Copilot Agents: From SharePoint to Azure AI Search Business Development at HanseVision \| Microsoft MVP
• Torben Köhler & Jona Schwarz – Metaphrase: Context-Aware i18n Automation for Modern Dev Pipelines Founders at Metaphrase
• Sebastian Rosengrün & Dr. David Rump – Compliance Meets Innovation: Navigating the AI Act Founders at AI Impact Lab
• Michael Greth – MikeOnAI – Live on Site with MVP Michael Greth

What to Expect?

• Tech Talks & Workshops – Learn from AI experts about the latest trends, challenges, and advancements in AI, including Copilots, Azure AI, and AI-powered applications.
• Hands-On Demos – Experience real-world AI use cases, explore AI-driven tools, and experiment with Azure AI services.
• Networking & Collaboration – Connect with fellow AI enthusiasts, developers, and industry professionals to exchange ideas, share insights, and collaborate on AI projects.
• Speaker Sessions & Panels – Gain insights from experienced AI practitioners sharing their knowledge, experiences, and best practices in AI-driven innovation.

Agenda \| Event Schedule

• 13:00 – 13:30 \| Check-In & Networking
• 13:30 – 13:45 \| Welcome & Opening
• 14:00 – 15:30 \| Keynote & AI Tech Talks
• 15:30 – 19:00 \| Hands-On Sessions & Workshops
• 19:00 – 20:30 \| Closing Keynote & Networking

(Agenda subject to updates.)

Global AI Bootcamp

The Global AI Community connects over 60,000 AI enthusiasts worldwide, fostering learning, collaboration, and skill development. The Global AI Bootcamp is a free, community-driven event dedicated to exploring AI's transformative potential, with a focus on Azure AI and Copilots.

Partners, Friends and Communities

• ignore gravity – Specializes in leadership development and innovation strategies for startups, corporations, and non-profits. Focuses on AI, Mixed Reality, and emerging technologies to create impact-driven programs.
• CODE University – A private, state-recognized university in Berlin, backed by leading startup entrepreneurs. Provides a hands-on, project-based learning environment for the next generation of tech innovators.
• Alaris Security – Focused on cybersecurity in enterprise and critical infrastructure, Alaris Security brings high-impact solutions and security expertise.
• Cyber Curriculum – Equips the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through interactive, real-world training platforms.
• WeAreDevelopers – The world’s leading community for developers, creating conferences and resources to elevate tech careers and innovation.
• Grace - Accelerate Female Entrepreneurship – A Berlin-based accelerator that empowers women-led startups in the tech and innovation space.
• Malt – Europe’s largest freelancer marketplace, connecting top tech and creative professionals with forward-thinking companies.
• Microsoft Reactor – A hub for developers to learn, connect, and build with Microsoft technologies through workshops, meetups, and training sessions.
• Tech: Europe – A platform showcasing European innovation, connecting the startup ecosystem through content, events, and advocacy.
• GITEX Europe – One of the world’s largest tech and startup exhibitions, coming to Berlin in May 2025 to connect global innovators.

Crew and Team

• Zaid Zaim – XR/AI at ignore gravity \| Microsoft MVP
• Janek Fellien – Business Software Artist \| Micorosoft MVP
• Adonis Almagro Ona – Product Owner @Carbyte
• Aleksey Rusenov – Founder EU Gardens
• Sohalia Mathur – Strategy \| Innovation & Sustainability \| Digital Transformation \| Consultant \| Trainer \| Coach
• Ambesh Singh – Dynamics 365 CE Architect \| Azure \| Power Platform \| Power Pages & Microsoft Copilot Studio MVP (MCP \| MCTS \| MCSA \| MCSE)
• Rokas Buciūnas – Event and Office Manager
• Simon Gneuß – Software Engineer at Trail
• Ian Baumeister – Full Stack Web Developer with Design and Startup Development Backgrounds
• Joost Windmöller – Frontend Developer for OceanEcoWatch

** Important Notice**

Photos and videos will be taken during the event for community highlights and social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform the organizers upon arrival.

Register & Learn More

📌 Claim your Digital Event Badge Code: MRLFHW 📌 Register for the event 📌 Meetup Event Page #GlobalAIBootcamp \| globalai.community

Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025

For Community, By the Community

Join us for Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025, a dedicated space for Tech and AI enthusiasts, developers, and professionals to learn, share, and collaborate. This event is part of a global initiative bringing together AI experts and learners to explore the latest innovations, best practices, and real-world applications of Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure.

Event Details

• Date: April 11, 2025
• Time: 13:00 – 20:30 CET
• Location: CODE University of Applied Sciences
• Topics: Azure AI, Copilots, AI Upskilling, Microsoft 365, AI Ethics

Pre-recorded Keynote Session

Hear from Scott Hanselman, Guido van Rossum, Jennifer Marsman, and Sarah Bird as they discuss AI’s impact on development, Python’s role, and the importance of ethical AI.

In-person Closing Keynote

Hear from Christian Heilmann, VP of DevRel at WeAreDevelopers, as he explores “Vibe coding, creativity, craft and professionalism – are we making ourselves redundant?” – a thought-provoking session on the evolving role of developers in the age of AI.

Speakers & Sessions at Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025

• Welcome & Announcements – Presented by ignore gravity, CODE University, and the Global AI Community Reimar Müller-Thum – CEO at CODE University \| Peter Ruppel – President at CODE University Susanne Scheerer – Partner at ignore gravity Zaid Zaim – XR / AI at ignore gravity \| Micorosoft MVP \| Global AI Berlin Chapter Lead
• Tanja Wiehoff – Build Your Own Intranet Agents in Minutes M365 Consultant at Communardo Software \| Microsoft MVP
• René Schulte – The Next Frontier with Multimodal, Agentic & Embodied Intelligence Head of 3D and AI Practices at Reply \| Microsoft MVP / RD
• Matthias Buchhorn-Roth & Alexander Preis – Custom AI Agents, No-Code Workflow, Conversational Interfaces Founders at PX4.ai
• Marc Plogas – Semantic Kernel Multi-Agent Scenarios
• Christian Weyer – Semantic AI: Language & Embedding Models Hand-in-Hand CTO & Co-founder at Thinktecture \| Microsoft MVP / RD
• Marius Marx – Cyber Security in Enterprise & Critical Infrastructure Co-founder & CPO at Alaris Security
• Daniela Burgos - From Rock Bottom to Startup Founder: My AI-Powered Comeback Nerea Co-founder and Grace Accelerator participant
• Nicole Enders – HR Companion - Build a Bot with Azure AI Foundry & Microsoft Teams Managing Consultant at CONET Solutions \| Microsoft MVP
• Ragnar Heil – 5 Different Shades of Copilot Agents: From SharePoint to Azure AI Search Business Development at HanseVision \| Microsoft MVP
• Torben Köhler & Jona Schwarz – Metaphrase: Context-Aware i18n Automation for Modern Dev Pipelines Founders at Metaphrase
• Sebastian Rosengrün & Dr. David Rump – Compliance Meets Innovation: Navigating the AI Act Founders at AI Impact Lab
• Michael Greth – MikeOnAI – Live on Site with MVP Michael Greth

What to Expect?

• Tech Talks & Workshops – Learn from AI experts about the latest trends, challenges, and advancements in AI, including Copilots, Azure AI, and AI-powered applications.
• Hands-On Demos – Experience real-world AI use cases, explore AI-driven tools, and experiment with Azure AI services.
• Networking & Collaboration – Connect with fellow AI enthusiasts, developers, and industry professionals to exchange ideas, share insights, and collaborate on AI projects.
• Speaker Sessions & Panels – Gain insights from experienced AI practitioners sharing their knowledge, experiences, and best practices in AI-driven innovation.

Agenda \| Event Schedule

• 13:00 – 13:30 \| Check-In & Networking
• 13:30 – 13:45 \| Welcome & Opening
• 14:00 – 15:30 \| Keynote & AI Tech Talks
• 15:30 – 19:00 \| Hands-On Sessions & Workshops
• 19:00 – 20:30 \| Closing Keynote & Networking

(Agenda subject to updates.)

Global AI Bootcamp

The Global AI Community connects over 60,000 AI enthusiasts worldwide, fostering learning, collaboration, and skill development. The Global AI Bootcamp is a free, community-driven event dedicated to exploring AI's transformative potential, with a focus on Azure AI and Copilots.

Partners, Friends and Communities

• ignore gravity – Specializes in leadership development and innovation strategies for startups, corporations, and non-profits. Focuses on AI, Mixed Reality, and emerging technologies to create impact-driven programs.
• CODE University – A private, state-recognized university in Berlin, backed by leading startup entrepreneurs. Provides a hands-on, project-based learning environment for the next generation of tech innovators.
• Alaris Security – Focused on cybersecurity in enterprise and critical infrastructure, Alaris Security brings high-impact solutions and security expertise.
• Cyber Curriculum – Equips the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through interactive, real-world training platforms.
• WeAreDevelopers – The world’s leading community for developers, creating conferences and resources to elevate tech careers and innovation.
• Grace - Accelerate Female Entrepreneurship – A Berlin-based accelerator that empowers women-led startups in the tech and innovation space.
• Malt – Europe’s largest freelancer marketplace, connecting top tech and creative professionals with forward-thinking companies.
• Microsoft Reactor – A hub for developers to learn, connect, and build with Microsoft technologies through workshops, meetups, and training sessions.
• Tech: Europe – A platform showcasing European innovation, connecting the startup ecosystem through content, events, and advocacy.
• GITEX Europe – One of the world’s largest tech and startup exhibitions, coming to Berlin in May 2025 to connect global innovators.

Crew and Team

• Zaid Zaim – XR/AI at ignore gravity \| Microsoft MVP
• Janek Fellien – Business Software Artist \| Micorosoft MVP
• Adonis Almagro Ona – Product Owner @Carbyte
• Aleksey Rusenov – Founder EU Gardens
• Sohalia Mathur – Strategy \| Innovation & Sustainability \| Digital Transformation \| Consultant \| Trainer \| Coach
• Ambesh Singh – Dynamics 365 CE Architect \| Azure \| Power Platform \| Power Pages & Microsoft Copilot Studio MVP (MCP \| MCTS \| MCSA \| MCSE)
• Rokas Buciūnas – Event and Office Manager
• Simon Gneuß – Software Engineer at Trail
• Ian Baumeister – Full Stack Web Developer with Design and Startup Development Backgrounds
• Joost Windmöller – Frontend Developer for OceanEcoWatch

** Important Notice**

Photos and videos will be taken during the event for community highlights and social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform the organizers upon arrival.

Register & Learn More

📌 Claim your Digital Event Badge Code: MRLFHW 📌 Register for the event 📌 Meetup Event Page #GlobalAIBootcamp \| globalai.community

Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025

For Community, By the Community

Join us for Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025, a dedicated space for Tech and AI enthusiasts, developers, and professionals to learn, share, and collaborate. This event is part of a global initiative bringing together AI experts and learners to explore the latest innovations, best practices, and real-world applications of Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure.

Event Details

• Date: April 11, 2025
• Time: 13:00 – 20:30 CET
• Location: CODE University of Applied Sciences
• Topics: Azure AI, Copilots, AI Upskilling, Microsoft 365, AI Ethics

Pre-recorded Keynote Session

Hear from Scott Hanselman, Guido van Rossum, Jennifer Marsman, and Sarah Bird as they discuss AI’s impact on development, Python’s role, and the importance of ethical AI.

In-person Closing Keynote

Hear from Christian Heilmann, VP of DevRel at WeAreDevelopers, as he explores “Vibe coding, creativity, craft and professionalism – are we making ourselves redundant?” – a thought-provoking session on the evolving role of developers in the age of AI.

Speakers & Sessions at Global AI Bootcamp Berlin 2025

• Welcome & Announcements – Presented by ignore gravity, CODE University, and the Global AI Community Reimar Müller-Thum – CEO at CODE University \| Peter Ruppel – President at CODE University Susanne Scheerer – Partner at ignore gravity Zaid Zaim – XR / AI at ignore gravity \| Micorosoft MVP \| Global AI Berlin Chapter Lead
• Tanja Wiehoff – Build Your Own Intranet Agents in Minutes M365 Consultant at Communardo Software \| Microsoft MVP
• René Schulte – The Next Frontier with Multimodal, Agentic & Embodied Intelligence Head of 3D and AI Practices at Reply \| Microsoft MVP / RD
• Matthias Buchhorn-Roth & Alexander Preis – Custom AI Agents, No-Code Workflow, Conversational Interfaces Founders at PX4.ai
• Marc Plogas – Semantic Kernel Multi-Agent Scenarios
• Christian Weyer – Semantic AI: Language & Embedding Models Hand-in-Hand CTO & Co-founder at Thinktecture \| Microsoft MVP / RD
• Marius Marx – Cyber Security in Enterprise & Critical Infrastructure Co-founder & CPO at Alaris Security
• Daniela Burgos - From Rock Bottom to Startup Founder: My AI-Powered Comeback Nerea Co-founder and Grace Accelerator participant
• Nicole Enders – HR Companion - Build a Bot with Azure AI Foundry & Microsoft Teams Managing Consultant at CONET Solutions \| Microsoft MVP
• Ragnar Heil – 5 Different Shades of Copilot Agents: From SharePoint to Azure AI Search Business Development at HanseVision \| Microsoft MVP
• Torben Köhler & Jona Schwarz – Metaphrase: Context-Aware i18n Automation for Modern Dev Pipelines Founders at Metaphrase
• Sebastian Rosengrün & Dr. David Rump – Compliance Meets Innovation: Navigating the AI Act Founders at AI Impact Lab
• Michael Greth – MikeOnAI – Live on Site with MVP Michael Greth

What to Expect?

• Tech Talks & Workshops – Learn from AI experts about the latest trends, challenges, and advancements in AI, including Copilots, Azure AI, and AI-powered applications.
• Hands-On Demos – Experience real-world AI use cases, explore AI-driven tools, and experiment with Azure AI services.
• Networking & Collaboration – Connect with fellow AI enthusiasts, developers, and industry professionals to exchange ideas, share insights, and collaborate on AI projects.
• Speaker Sessions & Panels – Gain insights from experienced AI practitioners sharing their knowledge, experiences, and best practices in AI-driven innovation.

Agenda \| Event Schedule

• 13:00 – 13:30 \| Check-In & Networking
• 13:30 – 13:45 \| Welcome & Opening
• 14:00 – 15:30 \| Keynote & AI Tech Talks
• 15:30 – 19:00 \| Hands-On Sessions & Workshops
• 19:00 – 20:30 \| Closing Keynote & Networking

(Agenda subject to updates.)

Global AI Bootcamp

The Global AI Community connects over 60,000 AI enthusiasts worldwide, fostering learning, collaboration, and skill development. The Global AI Bootcamp is a free, community-driven event dedicated to exploring AI's transformative potential, with a focus on Azure AI and Copilots.

Partners, Friends and Communities

• ignore gravity – Specializes in leadership development and innovation strategies for startups, corporations, and non-profits. Focuses on AI, Mixed Reality, and emerging technologies to create impact-driven programs.
• CODE University – A private, state-recognized university in Berlin, backed by leading startup entrepreneurs. Provides a hands-on, project-based learning environment for the next generation of tech innovators.
• Alaris Security – Focused on cybersecurity in enterprise and critical infrastructure, Alaris Security brings high-impact solutions and security expertise.
• Cyber Curriculum – Equips the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through interactive, real-world training platforms.
• WeAreDevelopers – The world’s leading community for developers, creating conferences and resources to elevate tech careers and innovation.
• Grace - Accelerate Female Entrepreneurship – A Berlin-based accelerator that empowers women-led startups in the tech and innovation space.
• Malt – Europe’s largest freelancer marketplace, connecting top tech and creative professionals with forward-thinking companies.
• Microsoft Reactor – A hub for developers to learn, connect, and build with Microsoft technologies through workshops, meetups, and training sessions.
• Tech: Europe – A platform showcasing European innovation, connecting the startup ecosystem through content, events, and advocacy.
• GITEX Europe – One of the world’s largest tech and startup exhibitions, coming to Berlin in May 2025 to connect global innovators.

Crew and Team

• Zaid Zaim – XR/AI at ignore gravity \| Microsoft MVP
• Janek Fellien – Business Software Artist \| Micorosoft MVP
• Adonis Almagro Ona – Product Owner @Carbyte
• Aleksey Rusenov – Founder EU Gardens
• Sohalia Mathur – Strategy \| Innovation & Sustainability \| Digital Transformation \| Consultant \| Trainer \| Coach
• Ambesh Singh – Dynamics 365 CE Architect \| Azure \| Power Platform \| Power Pages & Microsoft Copilot Studio MVP (MCP \| MCTS \| MCSA \| MCSE)
• Rokas Buciūnas – Event and Office Manager
• Simon Gneuß – Software Engineer at Trail
• Ian Baumeister – Full Stack Web Developer with Design and Startup Development Backgrounds
• Joost Windmöller – Frontend Developer for OceanEcoWatch

** Important Notice**

Photos and videos will be taken during the event for community highlights and social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform the organizers upon arrival.

Register & Learn More

📌 Claim your Digital Event Badge Code: MRLFHW 📌 Register for the event 📌 Meetup Event Page #GlobalAIBootcamp \| globalai.community

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