Redefine Possible: An IWD Special Event

Name: Redefine Possible: An IWD Special Event
Start: 2025-03-25T17:30:00+02:00
End: 2025-03-25T20:00:00+02:00

BBD - Cape Town, No. 1 North Bank Lane, Cape Town, 7441

GDG Cape Town

Join us for an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in technology.

Mar 25, 2025, 3:30 – 6:00 PM (UTC)

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Networking

About this event

Join us for an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in technology in honor of International Women's Day (IWD). This special event will feature insightful talks by female leaders in the tech industry, interactive Q&A sessions, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals passionate about fostering diversity and inclusion in tech. Don't miss this chance to honor women's successes and explore how we can collectively drive positive change in the community. All are welcome, and we encourage you to bring a friend along! RSVP now to secure your spot.

When

Tuesday, March 25, 2025
3:30 PM – 6:00 PM (UTC)

Where

BBD - Cape Town
No. 1 North Bank Lane
Cape Town 7441

Agenda

Guest Arrival, Check-in and drinks	Guests would arrive and check in and grab a drink or two while socialising.
GDG Cape Town Welcome Note	GDG Cape Town Welcome Note and House Rules
[Talk] AI FOMO is Real! Play Smarter to Stay in the Game- Fanamby Randri	AI has been moving at lightning speed, and it is easy to feel like you are falling behind, especially for early-career techies. I have been caught in that cycle only to realize there are smarter ways to stay in the game. This talk is about practical strategies to surf the AI wave without the constant fear of falling behind, from prioritizing the right skills to building a sustainable and healthy learning mindset to reclaiming your confidence.
[Talk] Gemini and I: From chaos to clarity- Jaid Heesen	In this talk, I will explore how I leverage Google Gemini to understand complex codebases and strengthen my technical foundation. I will share strategies for accelerating deep learning journeys through AI-driven documentation and knowledge acquisition. The discussion will highlight the tangible benefits of AI, including increased productivity, improved code security, and faster innovation. Finally, I will address the ethical considerations and best practices for responsible AI usage, offering a comprehensive perspective on the future of AI in software development.
Panel: Redefining Possible — Women Driving the Future of AI	Join us for a powerful panel discussion on how women are driving innovation and breaking barriers in AI. As AI reshapes our world, it brings both new opportunities and the risk of reinforcing systemic biases. Our panelists will share insights on navigating these challenges, building responsible AI, and expanding the boundaries of what’s possible. The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A.
Closing remarks	Closing remarks, some drinks, some networking, bye-byes 👋

Speakers

Fanamby Randri

VoxCroft Analytics

Data Scientist

Jaid Heesen

DigiCert

Software Engineer

Organizers

JESSICA Randall

GDG Organizer

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Andrew Sithole

Sinov8 Software Solutions

Software Engineer

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Pamela Hill

GDG Organizer

See bio

Thamu Mnyulwa

GDG Organizer

See bio

Richard Zuzeyo

community life media

GDG Organizer

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Redefine Possible: An IWD Special Event

Mar 25, 2025, 3:30 – 6:00 PM (UTC)

Key Themes

About this event

When

Where

Agenda

Speakers

Fanamby Randri

Jaid Heesen

BBD Software Development

Google

Jetbrains

Organizers

JESSICA Randall

Andrew Sithole

Pamela Hill

Thamu Mnyulwa

Richard Zuzeyo

Redefine Possible: An IWD Special Event

Mar 25, 2025, 3:30 – 6:00 PM (UTC)

Key Themes

About this event

When

Where

Agenda

Speakers

Fanamby Randri

Jaid Heesen

Partners

BBD Software Development

Google

Jetbrains

Organizers

JESSICA Randall

Andrew Sithole

Pamela Hill

Thamu Mnyulwa

Richard Zuzeyo

Mar 25, 2025, 3:30 – 6:00 PM (UTC)