DevFest Surrey 2024 - Responsible AI

British Columbia Institute of Technology, 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, V5G 3H2

GDG Surrey

DevFest 2024 is Here! We at GDG Surrey are excited to host DevFest 2024, a global developer conference by Google Developer Groups. Join us for technical talks, workshops, and networking. This year, we'll explore the hottest tech trends. Stay tuned for exciting details!

Oct 26, 5:00 PM – Oct 27, 12:00 AM (UTC)

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Key Themes

AIAndroidCareer DevelopmentCloudCommunity BuildingDataDesignDevFestDevOpsFirebaseFlutterGeminiGemmaVertex AIWeb

About this event

DevFest 2024 is coming!

DevFest is a global developer conference hosted by Google Developer Groups (GDGs) worldwide. These community-organized events focus on learning, building, and connecting with fellow developers and tech practitioners. They offer a variety of activities, including technical talks, workshops, and networking opportunities.

This year we’ll be exploring a special theme - "Responsible AI", for DevFest 2024 that taps into the hottest tech trends. Stay tuned for some really exciting details to be revealed in the coming weeks. 

Important: Bring your laptop to participate in workshops

Call for Papers Link: Here (Full)

Please Download the full agenda here: Agenda Link

Venue:

The venue is confirmed as British Columbia Institute of Technology, Burnaby Campus. Here's the parking map. Please refer to the attached map for directions. Our event will take place in Building SW1, rooms- 1205, 2030 and 3190

There is paid parking available at a rate of $9.25 per vehicle. Consider public transit as a travel option.

Perks

Swags: Exciting merchandise, subject to sponsorship.

Meals: Enjoy complimentary lunch, snacks, and beverages throughout the event.

Networking: Connect with like-minded professionals and industry leaders.

Tech Trends: Stay ahead by tapping into the hottest tech trends.

Community Partners & Sponsors

Interested in partnering or sponsoring DevFest 2024? Collaborate with us to enrich our events and broaden our reach. Sponsoring GDG Surrey offers great visibility in the tech community and supports local talent. Bring your ideas as a sponsor or partner to make an impact socially and educationally. Let's make tech accessible to all through these events. Contact us at gdgSurrey@gmail.com to explore opportunities.

Code of Conduct

​GDG Surrey is dedicated to offering a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, or religion. We are committed to a welcoming environment that fosters open dialogue and mutual respect.

​Expectations

  • ​Respectful communication is paramount. Avoid demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing language and behavior.
  • ​Consent is crucial. Do not engage in unwelcome physical contact or attention.
  • ​Be mindful of your surroundings and fellow participants. Act with integrity and respect.
  • This code applies to all attendees, speakers, sponsors, volunteers, and staff at our events, both in-person and online environments.
  • ​Violations may result in actions ranging from warnings to expulsion without refund, at the discretion of the organizers. 
When

When

October 26 – 27, 2024
5:00 PM – 12:00 AM (UTC)

Speakers

  • Kiruthika S

    | Google Developer Expert, ML

    Women Techmakers Ambassador

  • Margaret Maynard-Reid

    Google Developer Expert

    Generative AI

  • Wesley Chun

    Principal, CyberWeb Consulting

  • Prateek Bharti

    TLD

    Account Manager

  • Nikhil Banaal

    Portfolio Security Consultant

    Mastercard Technologies Canada ULC

  • Samichi Saluja

    ISSofBC Career Services

    Employer Relations Specialist

  • Dean Shev

    Fraser Health Authority

    Business Analytics Consultant (Tech Transformation, Innovation and Strategic Leadership in Healthcare)

  • Qingyue(Annie) Wang

    Software Engineer

    Google

  • Rupali Ahlawat

    Product Marketer/Marketing Communications

  • Vinodhini Ravikumar

    Microsoft

    Principal Engineering Leader (Group)

  • Prashanth Rao

    Kùzu

    AI Engineer

Partners

Surrey Board of Trade logo

Surrey Board of Trade

JetBrains logo

JetBrains

BC-IBN logo

BC-IBN

Jam.dev logo

Jam.dev

ThoughtsWin Systems logo

ThoughtsWin Systems

Pacific Link College logo

Organizers

  • Priti yadav

    Noddle Care Inc.

    GDG Organizer

  • Yashi Girdhar

    Software Developer, Event Manager

  • Sam Huo

    Senior Software Developer, Co-Organizer

  • Sowndarya Venkateswaran

    Data Scientist, Instructor

  • Riya Eliza

    The University of British Columbia

    Graduate student | Mentor

  • Darshan Parikh

    Autodesk Inc.

    Android Engineer | Co - Organizer

  • Justin Xiao

    British Columbia Institute of Technology

    Outreach Coordinator

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