GenAI and LLMs Meetup

​** Important**: Due to building security and capacity, It's REQUIRED to register on the AICamp event website for admission. )

​Description:
​Welcome to the generative AI meetup in Vancouver, in collaboration with Google, Elastic and SFU VentureLabs. Join us for deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and machine learning, food/drink, networking with speakers and fellow developers.

​Agenda:
- 5:00pm~5:30pm: Checkin, food/drink and networking
- 5:30pm~5:40pm: Welcome, Community update
- 5:40pm~7:00pm: Tech talks and Q&A
- 7:00pm~8:00pm: Open discussion and Mixer

​Tech Talk: Gemini Grounding with Vertex AI and Google Search
Speaker: Holt Skinner (Google)
Abstract: This talk explores how to enhance the reliability of Gemini models using "grounding" in Vertex AI. We'll demonstrate how connecting Gemini to real-world data through Google Search and Vertex AI Search improves the accuracy of its responses. Through practical demos, attendees will learn how to set up a Vertex AI Search data store and interact with a grounded Gemini model using the Vertex AI Python SDK. Leave with the tools and knowledge to ensure accurate and trustworthy AI-generated content.

​Tech Talk: Vector DB and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) use cases with Elastic
Speaker: Artem Pogossian (Elastic)
Abstract: In this talk, we’ll explore the principles and practicalities of semantic search and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), focusing on how to build efficient and secure workflows using Elasticsearch. Attendees will come away with a clear understanding of the technical foundations and hands-on techniques for leveraging these capabilities to maximize the potential of LLMs in real-world applications, whether deployed in the cloud or on-premises.

​Speakers/Topics:
Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: Submit Topics

​Sponsors:
We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 5,000+ AI developers in Vancouver or 450K+ worldwide.