DevFest Kigali 2024

Carnegie Mellon University Africa, Regional ICT Center of Excellence Bldg Plot No A8, Kigali Special Economic Zone Phase II, Rwanda, Kigali, 000000

GDG Kigali

Join the future shapers in Android, Web, IoT - Robotics, AI, and Cloud technologies for a day of sessions, workshops, and networking.

Nov 16, 6:00 AM – 3:22 PM (UTC)

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Key Themes

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About this event

Join Us at GDG DevFest Kigali 2024: Building a Future with Responsible AI!

On Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Carnegie Mellon University, Kigali, immerse yourself in the most exciting tech event of the year! This year’s theme, Responsible AI, focuses on how we can shape the future of technology in a way that’s ethical, inclusive, and mindful of societal impact.

Explore groundbreaking advancements in Android, Web, IoT, Robotics, AI, and Cloud technologies through insightful sessions and hands-on workshops. Learn from industry leaders and 1000+ talented engineers as they delve into how AI can be used responsibly to solve real-world challenges.

This community-driven event promises carefully curated tech talks, networking opportunities, and an unforgettable experience where innovation and ethics meet.

Be part of the movement to build a tech ecosystem that considers not just what we can create, but how we can create it responsibly.

Mark your calendar for this epic day—we can't wait to see you there!

 Call For Speakers:  here

Agenda

6:00 AMCheck-in starts
5:30 AMWTM Break
7:00 AMWelcome Remarks from WiT lead, GDG Kigali Lead, and Student Guild
7:15 AMLightning Talk - Amalitech
7:30 AMLightning Talk - Umurava
7:45 AMLightning Talk - Abe Darriel
7:55 AMWelcome Remarks from Ms. Chipiwa Zimbwa
9:05 AMKeynote Speech - Samuel Rutunda
9:35 AMPhoto Session with Keynote
9:45 AMCoffee Break(20 min)
10:10 AMBreak out Sessions (45 min ) Part 1
11:00 AMLunch (60 mins)
12:10 PMLightning Talk - Daytona
12:25 PMLightning Talk - Asa Lugada
12:40 PMTransition to Breakout Rooms (10 mins)
12:50 PMBreak out Sessions (45 min ) Part 2
1:35 PMPanel Discussion (60 mins)
2:50 PMEnd of the Event, Networking
3:20 PMBus Leaves

Hosts

  • Cynthia Iradukunda

    Software Developer

  • Pacifique Linda Ikirezi

    Bank of Kigali

    Product Designer

  • delphine nyaboke

    ML Engineer

  • Julius Aries Kanneh, Jr

    Farmtrics

    Software Engineer

  • Marie Magnificat

    Data Scientist | Women TechMakers Ambassador

  • Philomena Mbura

    Data Scientist | WiD Lead | WTM Ambassador

  • Israel Alagbe

    Impact Leaders

    Software Engineer | Community Manager

  • Josue Mutabazi

    GDG Kigali

    Lead

  • Jean Salvi D

    Software Engineer | AI

Partners

ICP Rwanda logo

ICP Rwanda

Google logo

Google

Umurava logo

Umurava

Daytona logo

Daytona

Amalitech Rwanda logo

Amalitech Rwanda

MongoDB MUG Kigali logo

MongoDB MUG Kigali

Organizers

  • Jean Salvi D

    GDG Co-organizer - Crew

  • Marie Magnificat Uwikuzo

    Women Tech Makers

    WTM Ambassador

  • Innocent Ingabire

    Co Organizer

  • NENGO Ally

    AllyBase Group ltd

    Co-Organizer

  • Pacifique Linda IKIREZI

    Hence Technologies

    WTM Ambassador

  • Iradukunda Cynthia

    WTM Ambassador & GDG Co-organiser

  • Esther Carrelle

    AmaliTech

    Software developer & GDG Co-organizer

  • Julius Wisdom Aries Kanneh

    GDSC UNILAK

    GDG Co-organizer

  • delphine nyaboke

    WTM Ambassador

  • Israel Alagbe

    Impact Leaders

    Graduate Student

  • Philomena Mbura

    WTM Ambassador

    Data Scientist | Women in Data Lead

  • Josue Mutabazi

    GDG Kigali

    Lead

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