Upcoming Events

Join this masterclass to learn how Microsoft Fabric helps organizations build modern, scalable, and AI-ready data platforms that unify data, analytics, and AI in a single integrated environment.
**Date:** Wednesday, August 19, 2026
**Time:** 12:00 PM EDT
👉 **[Click here to register](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/microsoft-fabric-masterclass-series-episode3?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=master_classes)**

Learn how to build AI-ready data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and discover practical strategies for integrating, governing, and analyzing enterprise data to support intelligent decision-making and AI-driven innovation.

**Agenda:**

* Build modern AI-ready data platforms with Microsoft Fabric.
* Centralize and manage enterprise data with OneLake.
* Design scalable Lakehouse architectures.
* Enable AI-powered analytics with Microsoft Copilot.
* Create end-to-end analytics and data engineering pipelines.
* Deliver real-time business insights through practical use cases.

**Ready to Build an AI-Ready Data Platform?**
Join this session to gain practical Microsoft Fabric expertise and learn how to create secure, scalable, and intelligent data platforms that support analytics and AI at enterprise scale.
👉 **[Register now to secure your spot!](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/microsoft-fabric-masterclass-series-episode3?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=master_classes)**

Sorry, the Lead Free DC team will not be presenting at the Northwest One Library at 155 L St NW, Washington, DC 20001.

Matthew Luallen is the author of *What the Cursor Holds* and founder and principal advisor of Sph3r3, LLC, where he helps organizations adopt AI securely — treating security as the foundation, not a feature — across cybersecurity strategy, AI governance, and cyber-physical systems.

That perspective was built over three decades defending critical infrastructure. Matthew co-founded three companies in control system cybersecurity: Encari, which guided North American power grid operators through NERC CIP; Dragos Security, where he helped create CyberLens for OT asset discovery; and CYBATI, the cyber-physical security training company later acquired by IntelliGenesis. Earlier, he served as an information security engineer and architect at Argonne National Laboratory. A longtime SANS Institute certified instructor and now Lead Research Scientist for Education Translation at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Information Trust Institute, he has trained more than 9,000 professionals across government, utilities, and industry.

*What the Cursor Holds* turns that engineer's discipline inward. Built from 5,775 logged AI conversations spanning 2022 to 2026, it is a three-voice account — narrator, machine, and user — of the midnight conversations where people bring their work, their questions, and their most human moments to a machine that answers back.

In this Author Series conversation, Matthew explores the intersection where he has spent his career: people, AI, and cybersecurity for cyber-physical systems — and what keeping the human in the loop means when the loop is learning back.

**[CLICK HERE TO REGISTER](https://events.zoom.us/ev/Apeq6RJSCfe-P88taFQtRoARELsOZ2elg3Ad2FeC8g-Taq3bGH1-~AlBj0W_uFRWfd7a5jv0a2_J-kXC-qA6_aTgusWGruIoov5t3MyO1pkXQD4DYouI-9U0kx-lD8oy9DvDqfBNwwe9p3w)**

Join the global gathering of AI builders, researchers, and enthusiasts pushing the boundaries of agentic systems and multimodal intelligence.
Connect every month for organic networking, 1-on-1 video chats, and powerful peer-to-peer exchanges across a flexible, open chat-based platform.
**Watch how it works**: [https://youtu.be/trmf6Gqs6FM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trmf6Gqs6FM)
What Is the **Agentic AI Multimodal** #MonthlyMixer?
The **Agentic AI Multimodal MonthlyMixer** is a self-led, virtual networking event built for the ever-evolving AI community. Held on a Slack-like platform, this event is **unmoderated and open-format**, giving you full control to explore conversations, meet new minds, and share your work with others who “get it.”
From autonomous agents to multimodal AI, this mixer is the go-to online space for researchers, engineers, founders, and curious learners working at the frontier of machine intelligence.
**Who It’s For:**

* AI & ML researchers building agent-based systems
* Engineers and developers experimenting with LLMs and multimodal models
* Founders and startup teams innovating with AI tools
* Students, hobbyists, and professionals exploring applied AI
* AI community managers, mentors, and tech evangelists

Whether you're here to **collaborate, hire, share, or simply learn** — this mixer offers a space to grow your AI network month by month.
Channels You'll Explore:
Once inside, you’ll find themed group chats designed to make it easy to dive in:

* **[#general](https://teamtaoindia.slack.com/archives/C04SYEPNHH6)** – For intros, casual chat, and major community announcements
* **#networking** – Drop your portfolio, project, startup, or agent demo
* **#intros** – Share your background, interests, and goals
* **#help-wanted** – Ask for or offer help with AI, code, design, research & more
* **#industry-room-tech** – Deep discussions on the latest tools, models, and frameworks in AI

And yes — you can instantly jump into **1-on-1 video or text conversations** with anyone you meet.
When & Where?

* **Every third Wednesday of the month**
* **5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (your local time)**
* **Register from the platform here - [https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/cont-4d55c8eg78pg](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/cont-4d55c8eg78pg)**

No Zoom. No formal agenda. Just real people, real tech, real connections.
**Why You Shouldn’t Miss It:**

* Global network of agentic AI practitioners and researchers
* Self-guided 1-on-1 connections and peer-led topic chats
* Showcase your work, explore partnerships, or ask for feedback
* Return monthly to reconnect and keep the conversation going
* A low-pressure space to think out loud with fellow innovators

Questions or Feedback?
Reach out any time at: [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)
**Useful Links**

* **Explainer Video**: [https://youtu.be/trmf6Gqs6FM](https://youtu.be/trmf6Gqs6FM)
* **Need help?** [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)

**Hashtags:**
#AgenticAI #MultimodalAI #MonthlyMixer #AICommunity #AIMeetup #LLMNetworking #AutonomousAgents #AIBuilderMeetup #MachineLearningNetworking #VirtualAIMixer #AIIndustryEvents #ConnectWithAI #thefutureofAI—together.

All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited!

This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism.

***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD.

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE.
5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message.
7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box.
8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)).
9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group.
10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***

***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

\- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\.
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.

***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***

**FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.**

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Please RSVP to this event on our website calendar for meeting details, thank you! http://dc.sierraclub.org/calendar

Our Clean Water Committee advocates for fishable and swimmable waterways in the District. These include the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers, Rock Creek, as well as the District's various streams. The Committee also advocates for clean and affordable drinking water, and monitors laws and policies affecting both surface and drinking waters.

New activists are always welcome!

Contact Clean.Water@DC.SierraClub.org for more information.

✨ Join Women and Gender eXpansive Coders DC (WGXC DC) online as we craft-n-crush our coding interviews. We’ll be taking crafting breaks in between trying out coding interview problems.

Not sure what craft to bring? Any creative outlet counts, be it a coloring book from your favorite TV show, that scarf you’ve been knitting for 5 years, or poems on the back of your fast food receipt. No judgment.

Need to practice for a coding interview? ✍🏾 Any company that hires for technical roles (e.g. software engineers, data analysts) may use coding interviews. You may be sent a timed 30 minute quiz, or you may need to solve a problem in real-time with your interviewer on a video call.
Example coding interview question from LeetCode: Given an array of integers nums and an integer target, return indices of the two numbers such that they add up to target.

How am I going to craft and code at the same time? We’ll be taking crafting breaks in between trying out coding interview problems. The format we’ll be trying out is:

* ✍🏾 Part A (\~15 minutes): try to solve the given problem on your own
* 🧑‍💻 Part B (\~15 minutes): discuss the solution together with other attendees, time to ask questions and review our approach
* 🧶 Part C (\~15 minutes): crafting together, open conversation / networking / music
* Repeat ✍🏾, 🧑‍💻, 🧶 until time’s up.

✅ Why you should attend:

* Relax and reduce anxiety by practicing a creative hobby
* Make new friends
* Improve your coding interview skills
* Build your network of technologists in the DMV area

**This event is primarily intended to create an empowering and supportive space for women and non-binary individuals to find community, learn new technical concepts, and expand their coding and technical skills. We welcome allies, but we ask that you remain mindful of the event's focus in creating an inclusive environment where women and non-binary participants can connect and fully express themselves. Thank you for your understanding and support.**

All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited!

This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism.

***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area.

DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD.

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE.
5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message.
7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box.
8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([[info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)]([mailto:info@merevents.com](http://mailto:info@merevents.com/))).
9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group.
10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***

***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

\- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\.
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.

***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***
**FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.**

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📈 **Still using spreadsheets to analyze data? There's a smarter way.**

Discover how **Microsoft Power BI** helps you transform complex data into interactive dashboards and meaningful business insights—all in one **[FREE Hands-on Workshop](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/powerbi-dashboard-in-a-day-workshop?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=workshops)**[.](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/powerbi-dashboard-in-a-day-workshop?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=workshops)

📅 **Friday, August 21, 2026**
🕘 **09:00 AM EDT**
⏳ **8 Hours**

**In this workshop you'll learn to:**
✅ Connect data from multiple sources
✅ Build interactive reports and dashboards
✅ Create KPIs and data visualizations
✅ Share insights that drive better decisions

🏅 **Receive a Microsoft Certificate of Completion** after successful participation.

**📢Seats are limited \| Start building your Power BI expertise\!**

**👉 [Register Now](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/powerbi-dashboard-in-a-day-workshop?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=workshops)**

Join this exclusive **60-minute webinar** to discover how the evolving **PMP® 2026 certification landscape** is reshaping enterprise project management and workforce development. Learn how organizations can build future-ready project teams, align project management capabilities with business objectives, and maximize the return on their learning investments through a strategic certification approach.

**Date:** Friday, August 21, 2026
**Time:** 12:00 PM EDT
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**[Click Here to Register](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/beyond-the-2026-pmp-exam?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=pmi_fy26_q3&utm_content=webinars)**

Discover how the upcoming **PMP® 2026** changes present an opportunity for organizations to strengthen project leadership, improve workforce readiness, and align project management skills with today's evolving business demands. You'll gain practical insights into evaluating certification readiness, optimizing training investments, and building a scalable roadmap for long-term project management excellence.

### Key Benefits

* Learn directly from an experienced project management expert.
* Understand the business impact of the PMP® 2026 certification changes.
* Gain practical frameworks for workforce planning and training strategy.
* Leave with actionable insights to build future-ready project teams.

### Agenda

* Understanding the 2026 PMP Evolution
* Assessing Organizational Readiness
* Optimizing Training Investment
* Building a Future-Ready PM Workforce
* Executive Action Plan
* Live Q&A with the instructor

**[Register now to secure your spot.](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/beyond-the-2026-pmp-exam?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=pmi_fy26_q3&utm_content=webinars)**

DC Water will join DPR's Chuck Brown Day at Fort Dupont Park on Minnesota Ave SE. Representatives from Lead Free DC will be present to provide information about lead service line replacements.

All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited!

This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism.

***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD.

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE.
5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message.
7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box.
8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)).
9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group.
10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***

***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

\- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\.
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.

***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***

**FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.**

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All professionals in the DMV and MidAtlantic area are invited!

This event is to every and each professional in different industry, sector and specialization to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment, to meet other professionals, to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of global professionalism.

***GRAB A BOOZE OR A BITE AND YOU WILL BE SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will give out name tags and you write your name and your industry/sector/specialization. However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that area. DON'T FORGET TO BRING YOUR BUSINESS CARD.

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
4. If you don't belong the other person's required specialization, LEAVE THEM ALONE.
5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
6. This is a face-to-face networking event. DO NOT try to arrange an online meeting, by using the comment box or direct message.
7. Most of our members complained about people writing in the comment box. Since it sends notification to all attendees. If you have any questions, send a message to the organizers. Don't write in the comment box.
8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)).
9. When you get there, we will greet you and take you to your respective group.
10. ***Please be patient for the first 30 minutes, up until we form a group with your respective industry/sector.***

***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

\- Come one\, come all; this is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member\.
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.

***N.B. : We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)).***

**FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITELINK. IT RULES.**

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AI is no longer just a productivity tool, it is becoming a collaborative partner in the workplace. Join our live masterclass to learn how organizations can enable employees to work effectively with Microsoft Copilot and AI agents, transforming everyday tasks, workflows, collaboration, and decision-making through intelligent human-agent collaboration.

**📅 Date:** Monday, August 24, 2026
**🕙 Time:** 10:00 AM EDT
👉 **[Click here to register](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/microsoft-copilot-co-work-masterclass?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=master_classes)**

Discover practical strategies for enabling effective human-agent collaboration, identifying high-impact Copilot use cases, driving AI adoption across teams, and improving productivity through responsible AI implementation.

## Agenda

* What Copilot CoWork means in the journey to becoming Frontier
* How people, Copilot, and agents collaborate in daily work
* Identifying tasks and workflows where Copilot adds value
* Preparing teams for AI-assisted collaboration
* Creating guardrails for responsible Copilot usage
* Measuring productivity, adoption, and workflow improvement
* Live Q&A with the instructor

Learn how Microsoft Copilot can help your organization improve productivity, accelerate execution, and drive measurable business outcomes.

👉 **[Reserve your spot today and start building a more AI-enabled workforce.](https://www.netcomlearning.com/webinar/microsoft-copilot-co-work-masterclass?advid=1196&utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=microsoft_fy26_q3&utm_content=master_classes)**

Skills are the currency of talent. In the age of AI, skill demand shifts faster than any individual, educator, or employer can track, making it critical for humans and AI systems alike to know what to learn, how to develop it, and when it becomes relevant.

At Talent Angels an AI Graph Agent/Advisor queries and reasons, in a natural language chat interface, over five global taxonomies of skills, tasks, and occupations; ESCO, O\*NET, SFIA, BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, and Sweden JobTech.

**Resources:**
**Part of the LFX Mentorship, Talent Angels @ Learning Tokens: AI Graph Agents for Human Skills Empowerment:** [https://mentorship.lfx.linuxfoundation.org/project/106dc6c2-c09d-44c7-b997-5647059d4491](https://mentorship.lfx.linuxfoundation.org/project/106dc6c2-c09d-44c7-b997-5647059d4491)

Talent Angels GitHub: [https://github.com/LFX-Talent-Angels](https://github.com/LFX-Talent-Angels)

Learning Tokens Webpage: [https://hyperledger-labs.github.io/learning-tokens/](https://hyperledger-labs.github.io/learning-tokens/)

Learning Tokens GitHub: [https://github.com/hyperledger-labs/learning-tokens](https://github.com/hyperledger-labs/learning-tokens)

**Zoom Meeting Link**: [https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09](https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09)

**Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**

The **(CS)²AI Online™ Symposium: ICS/OT Cyber Security for Oil & Gas Sector** is a virtual, specialized event focused on safeguarding critical infrastructure and operational technologies within the oil and gas industry. Hosted by the Control System Cyber Security Association International ((CS)²AI), the symposium gathers industry experts, threat intelligence analysts, control systems engineers, and cybersecurity leaders.

[Register now to be part of this discussion!](https://events.zoom.us/ev/Aj4Nt1HKyARF75om8fduKvKes_yMPfr0WQ8gAAhshPLAOK62OTLl~Ak0LA7kbKkclbJj3E8UAEz13v5-_49KpPtuu52RjM1BpvIBQ5LuIzE_SYEeCAW6y1RHSBRMKzKmdJ6Jo5E3JeDgzdQ)

Event Launch and introduction (1:00-1:10 pm)

Panel 1 (1:10-2:10 pm)
Leader: Danielle Jablanski of STV
Topic: ICS/OT Cybersecurity as a safety and governance issue. As OT and IT integrate, boards increasingly frame cyber risk in terms of physical safety, environmental impact, and asset integrity rather than just data loss. That reframing is driving a push for a CISO or equivalent role with enterprise-wide authority and direct board access, plus formal, business-oriented risk assessments spanning IT, OT, and cloud, prioritized by safety/environmental/financial impact.

Panel 2 (2:15-3:15 pm)
Leader: Blake Gilson of ExxonMobil
Topic: Incident Response Readiness. OT/ICS incident response may be O&G's most urgent gap - companies struggle to communicate, contain, and document incidents across geographically dispersed assets and the IT/OT organizational divide.

Panel 3 (3:20-4:20 pm)
Leader: Kenny Mesker of Chevron
Topic: IT/OT segmentation and lateral-movement risk. Oil & gas has very low segmentation findings among industrial sectors, largely due to legacy flat networks. Boards worry specifically about ransomware that starts in IT and crosses into control systems, since that's what turns a data breach into a production shutdown. Segmentation and eliminating direct VPN/jump-host access into OT are the standard asks.

Panel 4 (4:25-5:25 pm)
Leader: Sarah Freeman of MITRE
Topic: Recent Cyber Incidents in Oil & Gas such as "Epic Fury," which appears to have accelerated OT security spending industry-wide even though

This event will include polls, prize drawings, and keyword for our Passport Program!

Join us on August 26, Wed at 1pm ET for a LIVE, FREE event. Earn up to 4 CEU credits for the whole 4 hours.

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This Happy Hour is devoted to professionals in the Green, Sustainable Energy and Environment; to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment to meet other professionals to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers in the sector and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of green movement.

***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD:) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***

We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.

We have the discretion to decide entry.

HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign areas for each represented INDUSTRIES AND SPECIALIZATIONS; and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular experience, you would like to exchange. Space is limited and advance ticket purchase is required. PLEASE BRING A BUSINESS CARD (HARD/SOFT COPY)

Rules to abide :

1. Event is free and 21+ (bring ID).
2. Be respectful to your counterparts and give them a chance to connect with others as well.
3. We all are professionals in one or two fields and be willing to share your knowledge and experience to others and try to accommodate as much as possible.
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5. Rude or aggressive members are removed from the group at an organizers discretion.
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8. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for solicitation. We don't allow anyone to run their own agenda at the Event. If you are interested to promote/sponsor/collaborate; contact us via ([info@merevents.com](mailto:info@merevents.com)).
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Join DC Water’s Lead Free DC program for our next virtual meeting -
Losing the Lead: Your Timeline, Your Yard, Your Questions
We’re taking an in-depth look at what residents can expect during lead service line replacement—from scheduling and early construction activity to what happens on replacement day and how your yard is restored.
Our construction experts will walk through the process step by step and answer some of the most common questions we’ve heard from residents about timelines, coordination, and property impacts.
At each quarterly meeting, we share updates on our progress and spotlight a key part of the Lead Free DC (LFDC) program. It’s a chance for you to learn more, ask questions, and share your thoughts.
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A learning group for zero knowledge and SNARK application development.

During the year we will systematically explore different aspects of zero knowledge and SNARK programming in application development.
Coordination of the learning group is in the discord channel of Linux Foundation Decentralized Trust: [https://discord.com/channels/905194001349627914/1329201532628898036](https://discord.com/channels/905194001349627914/1329201532628898036)

Github repo for the lab:
[https://github.com/LF-Decentralized-Trust-labs/zk-learning-group](https://github.com/LF-Decentralized-Trust-labs/zk-learning-group)

In this session, we will give an introduction to ZkSync.

**Zoom Meeting link:** [https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09](https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09)

**Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**

In this Skillshare Thursday with Corrie Green, we will focus on Developing Multiplayer with Netcode for GameObjects. Developers will gain a practical understanding of core networking fundamentals, specifically focusing on the client-server architecture powered by Netcode for GameObjects (NGO). Will also explore how to utilize Unity Relay to overcome NAT traversal challenges, allowing players to connect seamlessly without port forwarding or dedicated servers. The provided repository will support you to effectively convert single-player experiences into multiplayer sessions.

There will be time at the end of the presentation for a brief Q&A.

We look forward to seeing you on the call!

Backstage gives you a beautiful developer portal. But a portal is not a platform.

Behind every internal developer platform sits a long list of decisions and integrations. CI/CD. Observability. Environment management. Deployments. Access control. Backstage gives you the front door and a plugin model to wire it all together. The wiring is where the real work lives.

Join Kelsey Hightower and the OpenChoreo team for an honest look at what it takes to build a complete internal developer platform. We start with the vision: what developers should get from a platform, and what platform teams have to build to deliver it. Then we get concrete. We map the Backstage plugin landscape, show how vanilla Backstage has evolved, and count the glue it takes to turn a portal into a working system. We compare a few common approaches to observability and CI/CD, and show where each one leaves you.

We end with the decision every platform team faces. Build all of this yourself, or adopt something that ships it as one system, like OpenChoreo. For most teams, that means fitting new pieces into a platform they already run, not starting over. We won't tell you which is right. We'll make sure you know what you're signing up for either way.

You'll leave with a clear map of the moving parts, a realistic view of the effort involved, and a framework for the build-versus-adopt call.

Speaker: Kelsey Hightower

Are you working in artificial intelligence, data science, or machine learning? Whether you're a developer, researcher, startup founder, or aspiring tech enthusiast — **AIDataTech Connect** is your go-to **AI networking event online** designed to foster career growth, real-time collaboration, and innovation exchange in a dynamic, community-driven environment.

This event brings together a global **virtual AI community meetup** hosted on a flexible Slack-style platform that supports group discussions and **1-1 video or text chats**, making it perfect for professionals looking to connect, collaborate, and build with others in the AI ecosystem.

🎥 **Watch how it works:**
👉 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRUTXUOFKm4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRUTXUOFKm4)

**💬 What to Expect:**
At AIDataTech Connect, attendees are encouraged to explore, share, and engage across multiple interactive channels designed to support learning, networking, and opportunity discovery:

* **General** – A central hub for orientation, announcements, and community-wide discussions.
* **Intros** – Introduce yourself, your background, and your AI/tech journey. Spark meaningful introductions.
* **Networking** – Share your resume, startup, or project pitch. Meet employers, peers, or collaborators.
* **Help Wanted** – Ask for help or offer support on coding, data, research, or AI model deployment.
* **Industry Room Tech** – Discuss AI frameworks, tools, and the latest tech trends in data and development.
* **Project Showcase** – Perfect for those seeking a **machine learning career fair** experience or showcasing real-world work through our **AI project showcase platform**.
* **Collaboration Pods** – Jump into discussions around **collaboration for AI specialists**, including open-source partnerships, research pods, and co-building opportunities.

**📍 Where:**
Join virtually at:
👉 [https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/q4j5imq9qjs9](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/q4j5imq9qjs9)
**🕔 When:**
Event runs globally from **5:00 PM – 7:00 PM local time** — designed for participation across time zones.

**👥 Who Should Join:**

* AI professionals, ML engineers, and data scientists
* Tech founders, entrepreneurs, and product leaders
* Students, job seekers, and aspiring AI talent
* Recruiters, employers, and hiring managers in AI/tech
* Researchers, open-source contributors, and peer mentors

**🧠 Why Attend:**

* Engage in a truly global **virtual tech networking event**
* Discover AI jobs, freelance gigs, or partnership opportunities
* Connect with experts and peers in AI, ML, and data
* Explore AI applications and get feedback on your models or tools
* Network directly via 1-on-1 video or text chats
* Collaborate on new ideas, research papers, or open-source projects

**❓ Questions or Suggestions?**
We’re here to help. Drop us a note at:
👉 [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)

**🔖 Hashtags:**
#AIDataTechConnect #AINetworkingEventOnline #VirtualAICommunityMeetup #MachineLearningCareerFair #AIProjectShowcasePlatform #CollaborationForAISpecialists #DataScienceMeetup #MLJobs #AIResearchNetworking #GlobalTechNetworking #TechCollaborationEvent

Calling all developers, AI engineers, software architects, data scientists, DevOps professionals, and tech enthusiasts — **TechConnect** is your ultimate destination for career growth, project showcasing, and global peer networking in the tech ecosystem.

Hosted in a self-led, Slack-style virtual space, this **virtual tech networking event** invites you to connect, collaborate, and innovate with a diverse community of tech minds and hiring professionals from around the world. Whether you're looking for your next job, exploring startups, showcasing tools, or building a **peer coding accountability group**, **TechConnect** is where meaningful connections are made.

🎥 **Watch the explainer video to see how it works:**
👉 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgm2_MiHLDk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgm2_MiHLDk)

**💬 What to Expect:**
At TechConnect, participants enjoy full access to group discussions and 1-on-1 video/text chats, with zero moderation — allowing spontaneous, genuine interaction across roles and regions.

Attendees can engage across several thoughtfully organized channels:

* **General** – A community-wide welcome zone for announcements, orientation, and casual conversation.
* **Intros** – Share your tech background, favorite projects, or personal story. Find shared passions with others.
* **Networking** – Showcase your startup, GitHub repo, app, or career goals. Build relationships and get feedback.
* **Help Wanted** – Looking for a co-founder, DevOps hand, designer, or marketer? Post or respond here.
* **Industry Room Tech** – Dive into the newest programming trends, frameworks, and stacks shaping the future.
* **Projects & Collabs** – A showcase area tailored for **developer project sharing platforms**, where you can post demos, join builds, or spark new ideas.
* **Coding Sprints & Accountability Pods** – For those building in public or looking for **peer coding accountability groups**, this space will keep your momentum strong.

**📍 Where:**
Join virtually at:
👉 [https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/te5gd5wngmz9](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/te5gd5wngmz9)
**🕓 When:**
The event takes place from **4:00 PM – 6:00 PM local time**, globally. Join to network, hire, learn, and collaborate.

**👥 Who Should Attend:**

* Developers and software engineers across all stacks
* Data professionals, AI researchers, and machine learning engineers
* Startup founders and tech entrepreneurs
* Recruiters and employers hiring in the tech space
* Students and learners aiming to connect and grow in the industry
* Tech enthusiasts looking to explore career pivots, personal projects, or trends

**🔧 Why You’ll Love It:**

* Connect with professionals, recruiters, and peers in real time
* Explore a live **tech job fair online** that’s open and interactive
* Showcase your innovations, code, or startup demo
* Get feedback or help on your latest dev build
* Join project-based groups or accountability pods to stay productive
* Make global tech connections via 1-on-1 **video and text chats**

**❓ Have Questions or Suggestions?**
We’re here to help. Reach out at:
👉 [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)

**🔖 Hashtags:**
#TechConnect #VirtualTechNetworkingEvent #OnlineDeveloperCommunityMeetup #TechJobFairOnline #DeveloperProjectShowcasePlatform #PeerCodingAccountabilityGroup #AIJobs #DataScienceNetworking #SoftwareEngineerMeetup #GlobalTechEvent #TechCareersVirtual

Every postmortem asks what went wrong during the response. What often gets missed is the foundation that was already there before the page fired: the ownership, the runbook, the last deploy. We'll follow one incident from page to postmortem, then go back to the platform work that made it possible, including how to use AI to augment incident response.

We'll cover:
- What good looks like end-to-end: one incident from page to postmortem, investigated, remediated, and documented in one place
- The foundation underneath it: ownership and on-call in the service catalog, runbooks and dependencies attached, readiness tracked on scorecards
- Where AI actually augments the response, from catching responders up to drafting the postmortem, and the platform data it needs to do it

Speaker: Sam Rodman
Senior PM | Incident Management @ Datadog

Speaker: Jessie Wu

Whether you're a SOC analyst, red teamer, threat intelligence expert, or just breaking into the field — **CyberConnect** is your global destination for building meaningful connections and exploring opportunities in the cybersecurity domain.

This powerful, **cybersecurity networking event online** brings together cybersecurity specialists, hiring companies, and solution providers in an unmoderated, self-managed, community-led virtual environment. Perfect for job seekers, employers, freelancers, and infosec enthusiasts alike — this event enables career growth, peer learning, and real-time knowledge sharing.

🎥 **Watch how the event works with our explainer video:**
👉 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VToIVvIjIPY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VToIVvIjIPY)

**💬 What to Expect at CyberConnect:**
Join a rich virtual environment where you can **chat in real time**, join discussions in group channels, or conduct **1-on-1 video conversations** to dive deeper into opportunities and collaborations.

This **online community for cybersecurity specialists** features curated channels for open conversation and focused professional engagement:

* **General** – Your orientation hub for intros, announcements, and casual conversation.
* **Intros** – Introduce yourself, your role in cybersecurity, or just share a fun fact and meet peers.
* **Networking** – Showcase your current projects, open-source contributions, or job aspirations.
* **Help Wanted** – Post or respond to open calls for SOC support, pen testers, or digital forensics pros.
* **Industry Room Tech** – Stay sharp on industry trends, tools, frameworks, and methodologies.
* **CTFs & Collaboration** – A dedicated zone for **ethical hacking collaboration groups** and red/blue team brainstorming.
* **Tools & Techniques** – Discuss and demo the latest utilities, workflows, and cyber strategies in this **cybersecurity skill sharing platform**.

This is not just a **virtual cyber career fair** — it's a living, breathing ecosystem for cybersecurity innovation, learning, and hiring.

**📍 Where:**
Join virtually at:
👉 [https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/pu2wlhti0luw](https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/pu2wlhti0luw)
**🕓 When:**
Sessions run from **4:00 PM – 6:00 PM local time**. Drop in to connect and contribute.

**👤 Who Should Attend:**

* Cybersecurity professionals across SOC, GRC, DevSecOps, and penetration testing
* Recruiters and employers hiring cybersecurity talent
* Students and graduates exploring careers in ethical hacking or cyber defense
* Researchers, consultants, and cyber product developers
* Anyone passionate about infosec, privacy, and threat detection

**🧠 Why Attend:**

* Connect with like-minded professionals across the globe
* Explore real-time hiring opportunities or freelance gigs
* Discover new tools and red/blue teaming techniques
* Join hands-on channels for community-driven knowledge exchange
* Demo your work or learn from the best in **AI-driven security**, cloud security, and more
* Build strong relationships in the cyber domain through **1-1 video/text chats**

**❓ Have Questions or Suggestions?**
Reach out to us at:
👉 [https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support](https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support)

**🔖 Hashtags:**
#CyberConnect #CybersecurityNetworkingEventOnline #VirtualCyberCareerFair #OnlineCommunityForCybersecuritySpecialists #EthicalHackingCollaborationGroup #CybersecuritySkillSharingPlatform #InfosecNetworking #CyberJobs #RedTeamBlueTeam #SOCNetworking #GlobalCyberNetworking

The tokenisation of regulated real-world assets has led to multiple institutional implementations of the same financial instruments, each operating on its own infrastructure with few shared patterns for how those infrastructures interoperate. As a result, tokenised assets remain confined to the environment they were issued in, accessible only to counterparties already inside the same institutional perimeter.

The IPRAM Lab ([https://github.com/LFDT-IPRAM](https://github.com/LFDT-IPRAM)) develops open implementation patterns for the interoperation of tokenised real-world regulated financial assets and the markets they participate in. This session introduces the lab's mission, scope, and the initial interoperability challenges it aims to address. All interested parties are invited to join!

**ZOOM LINK TO JOIN:** **[https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09](https://zoom.us/my/hyperledger.community.3?pwd=UE90WHhEaHRqOGEyMkV3cldKa2d2dz09)**

**Please note: This event is being shared with our entire global community. If you're interested in this content but can't attend the event live, feel free to sign up and we will send you a link to the recording after the meetup is over.**

We welcome new members. Please RSVP to this event at least a day before the meeting to receive the Zoom link. You can register on our website calendar at http://dc.sierraclub.org/calendar Thank you!

Our Zero Waste Committee advocates for DC to prioritize reduction, reuse, recycling, and composting over incineration and landfilling. Our goal is an 80 percent diversion rate, and we work with DC agencies and the Council to make this a reality. New activists are always welcome!

Contact Zero.Waste@DC.SierraClub.org for more information.

Large language models, AI assistants, and search engines are rapidly becoming some of our most important content consumers. But most content strategies are still designed with only human audiences in mind. In this session, Jackie Pysarchuk introduces the concept of the robot persona—a practical framework for designing content that serves both people and AI systems. Expanding on ideas from her forthcoming article on the Button blog, attendees will explore how content structure, metadata, governance, and lifecycle management influence AI visibility and answer quality, and leave with practical ideas they can apply to make their content more discoverable, understandable, and useful in an AI-driven world.

**About Jackie**
Jackie Pysarchuk is Senior Director, Web Content and Strategy at the American Bankers Association and a content strategist specializing in enterprise web strategy, governance, and AI-ready content. Throughout her career, she has helped organizations including the American College of Cardiology, Northrop Grumman, and Yes& build scalable content systems that improve both user experience and business outcomes. Jackie writes and speaks about the future of content strategy, with a focus on designing content for AI, search, and emerging digital experiences. Her latest work introduces the concept of the "robot persona," encouraging content teams to treat AI systems as a first-class audience alongside humans.

The Congressional Data Task Force will hold a public meeting on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET.

Details to come...

We are now on [Luma](https://luma.com/calendar/cal-9pkhGhZjO7e6kj8)! Go ahead and register to our [Luma event](https://luma.com/7frceqyv).

DC Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. It's community-led and community-run by devs, for devs. People of all skill levels attend. Whether you’re dev-curious, aspiring, or a professional developer, we’d love to have you! Come chat or learn to code on a Sunday afternoon with coffee and cool-inclusive people. Bring your laptop!

We typically meet every month on the weekend.

**Join our online community!**
For all things Tech in DC and to get latest updates and tech events from the DMV area, join the [DCTech Slack](https://dctech.chat/). All DC Code & Coffee announcements are in the #dccodecoffee channel

**How it works**
Near the beginning of the event, we do an introduction circle. You say your name, what you can help others with, and what you would like help with. You can also share job opportunities. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized.

Please RSVP to this event on our website calendar for meeting details, thank you! http://dc.sierraclub.org/calendar

Our Clean Energy Committee is dedicated to increasing energy efficiency and promoting the use and expansion of clean, renewable energy in DC to clean up air pollution and take on climate change. New activists are always welcome!

Contact Clean.Energy@DC.SierraClub.org for more information.

via Microsoft Teams

Please RSVP to this event on our website calendar for meeting details, thank you! http://dc.sierraclub.org/calendar

Our Clean Water Committee advocates for fishable and swimmable waterways in the District. These include the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers, Rock Creek, as well as the District's various streams. The Committee also advocates for clean and affordable drinking water, and monitors laws and policies affecting both surface and drinking waters.

New activists are always welcome!

Contact Clean.Water@DC.SierraClub.org for more information.

After two years of hype, many enterprises feel they’ve overspent on AI infrastructure without realizing the promised value.
In this session, Dan Ciruli, Kelsey Hightower, and Luca Galante cut through the buzzwords to show what enterprise AI infrastructure actually looks like in production.

In most cases, it is often less about training models from scratch and more about how platform engineering teams can fold AI inference and fine-tuning directly into their existing infrastructure.

**Join the discussion to learn:**
1. Why you don’t need infrastructure for training models from scratch, and how to start treating inference and fine-tuning just like serving standard web APIs.
2. Strategies for folding AI workloads and autonomous agents into your existing heterogeneous environments (VMs + containers + legacy databases) without rebuilding everything.
3. How to build an Agentic Development Platform (ADP) based on actionable reference architectures to deploy real-world AI applications.

Speaker: Kelsey Hightower
Retired Distinguished Engineer, Google Cloud. Author, Investor, and Technical Advisor

Speaker: Dan Ciruli
VP and General Manager, Cloud Native

Speaker: Luca Galante

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Talk #0: Introductions and Meetup Updates**
by Chris Fregly and Antje Barth

**Talk #1: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Talk #2: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Related Links**
Github Repo: [http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/](http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/)
O'Reilly Book: [https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/](https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/)
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering)
Generative AI Free Course on DeepLearning.ai: [https://bit.ly/gllm](https://bit.ly/gllm)

Join us for the next Congress.gov public forum on September 24, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. We will post registration information on this page as we get closer to the date of the forum.

ProsperOps surveyed 100+ platform engineers on managing AI cloud costs. Learn insights from our survey results. Together with our partner, Pay-i, we show you a practical framework for measuring AI ROI, avoiding bill shock, and building cost guardrails that scale with agentic workloads.

Every platform team is now tasked with funding and managing AI initiatives, but few have a clear read on results. We surveyed 100+ platform engineers on how they prioritize, measure, and manage cloud costs as AI reshapes their role. This session pairs those results with a practical look at how leading teams measure AI ROI, covering where you should spend your time, how much influence FinOps and the C-suite have over cost strategy, and how to apply unit economics to answer: was the AI investment worth it? You'll leave with best practices for avoiding AI bill shock and building ROI metrics for agentic workloads.

Speaker: Josh Glover
FinOps SME @ ProsperOps

Speaker: David Tepper
CEO and Co-founder @ Pay-i

Speaker: Grace Gui

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Talk #0: Introductions and Meetup Updates**
by Chris Fregly and Antje Barth

**Talk #1: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Talk #2: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Related Links**
Github Repo: [http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/](http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/)
O'Reilly Book: [https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/](https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/)
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering)
Generative AI Free Course on DeepLearning.ai: [https://bit.ly/gllm](https://bit.ly/gllm)

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Talk #0: Introductions and Meetup Updates**
by Chris Fregly and Antje Barth

**Talk #1: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Talk #2: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Related Links**
Github Repo: [http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/](http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/)
O'Reilly Book: [https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/](https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/)
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering)
Generative AI Free Course on DeepLearning.ai: [https://bit.ly/gllm](https://bit.ly/gllm)

The Congressional Data Task Force will hold a public meeting on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM ET.

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Talk #0: Introductions and Meetup Updates**
by Chris Fregly and Antje Barth

**Talk #1: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Talk #2: GPU, PyTorch, and CUDA Performance Optimizations**

**Zoom link**: [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82308186562)

**Related Links**
Github Repo: [http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/](http://github.com/cfregly/ai-performance-engineering/)
O'Reilly Book: [https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/](https://www.amazon.com/Systems-Performance-Engineering-Optimizing-Algorithms/dp/B0F47689K8/)
YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering](https://www.youtube.com/@AIPerformanceEngineering)
Generative AI Free Course on DeepLearning.ai: [https://bit.ly/gllm](https://bit.ly/gllm)

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