🌐 SYSTEM NOTIFICATION: Build with AI 2026 – CHARLOTTE

Greetings, Programs. We are GDG Charlotte.

The next evolution of our developer community is here with Build with AI 2026 - Charlotte. Join us for a high-impact experience featuring expert-led talks and hands-on demonstrations designed to elevate your technical skills and expand your understanding of the modern AI landscape.

Led by renowned Googlers, Google Developer Experts, and industry leaders, this event is where you will witness the power of technology unfold and acquire the tools to shape the future of tech.

💻 CORE DATA TRANSFER // EVENT STRUCTURE

Event Title: Build with AI 2026 - Charlotte

Location: Dubois Center (Uptown Campus) Access Points: Rooms 1102 & 1105 (320 E 9th St, Charlotte, NC 28202)

Community Hub: https://gdg.community.dev/gdg-charlotte/

This cycle, Build with AI 2026 features a specialized focus on the next evolution of artificial intelligence. Prepare your hardware for high-bandwidth sessions:

• Agentic AI Workshop Tracks: We are hosting hands-on workshops at both Introductory and Advanced levels. Choose your difficulty and master the deployment of autonomous agents.

• Vertex AI & AI Studio Access: Interface with professional-grade developer tools to build custom prompts, manage datasets, and deploy generative features at scale.

• Emerging Trends Protocol: From architectural blueprints to groundbreaking advancements, stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving tech landscape.

• Expert panel: Our Keynote will feature 4 technology leaders in a Q&A session. Bring your questions!

Speakers will be announced each week leading up to the event!

🥇 PRE-AUTHENTICATION: THE GAIL PROTOCOL

To maximize your system's performance during our hands-on workshops, we recommend obtaining the Google Cloud Generative AI Leader (GAIL) Certification prior to arrival.

• Visual Briefing: Watch this Introductory Video from Google to understand the landscape.

• Data Archives: Review the "Become a GAIL" event recordings from our September sessions via the GDG Cloud Boston YouTube Channel.

🗺️ SYSTEM NAVIGATION PROTOCOL: UPTOWN SECTOR

To successfully sync with the community, follow these coordinates to our Uptown Charlotte mainframe.

The Physical Address:

• 320 E 9th St, Charlotte, NC 28202

Access Instructions:

• Navigate to the Dubois Center at the UNC Charlotte Uptown Campus.

• Enter the facility and proceed to the 11th floor.

• Our specialized protocols will be active in Rooms 1102 and 1105.

// END OF LINE: INITIALIZE YOUR BUILD

The Grid does not build itself. It requires your code, your logic, and your vision. Ensure your registration is authenticated via our community portal to secure your seat in the workshop.

We await your arrival. Let the build begin.