AI's New DIY Era:Build, Deploy, Transform with Gemini API + AI Studio | Road to DevFest Mbarara 2026

GDG Cloud Mbarara

We have entered a new era of developer tools where building custom AI solutions no longer requires complex machine learning setups or massive infrastructure. With Google AI Studio and the Gemini API, developers can rapidly prototype, test, and integrate state-of-the-art multimodal AI capabilities into their applications within minutes.

Aug 27, 4:00 – 5:00 PM (UTC)

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Key Themes

AIWorkshop / hands-on session

About this event

We’ve entered a new era of developer tools where building custom AI solutions no longer requires complex machine learning setups or massive infrastructure. With Google AIIn this session, Victor will walk you through the practical, hands-on process of leveraging Google AI Studio and Gemini API to transform your ideas into production-ready features.

What you will learn:

  • Prompt Engineering & Rapid Prototyping: Mastering Google AI Studio to iterate on prompts and test models quickly.
  • Gemini API Integration: How to connect Gemini's multimodal capabilities (text, images, code) directly into your apps.
  • From Idea to Deployment: Practical workflows for taking your prototype out of the playground and deploying it into real-world projects.
  • Real-World Use Cases: Building intelligent features that scale seamlessly.

Who Should Attend:

Developers, builders, students, and tech enthusiasts looking to add practical AI capabilities to their web, mobile, or backend applications.

Facilitator

  • Victor Ashioya

    GDE for Cloud AI | ML Researcher

Organizers

  • Sumaiya Nalukwago

    Mbarara University of Science and Technology

    IT Professional|GDG Cloud Organizer|WTM Ambassador

  • Bryant Nyero Nuwe

    GDG Cloud Co-Organizer | Data Scientist

  • NUWASIIMA Happy

    Computer Scientist |WTM-Programs Lead

  • Mwiine Daniel

    Cloudcommet Solutions

    Cloud Engineer | Programs Lead

  • Collins Mesue

    MacZ.tech

    Computer Technician | Programs Lead

  • Natukunda Tracy Khema

    Software Engineer | Logistics Lead

  • Mugumya Timothy K

    Data Analyst | Branding Lead

  • Angella Miriam Birungi

    MUST

    Software Engineer |Partnerships & Sponsorship Lead

  • Kokuletage Wendy

    WTM - Strategic Partnerships Lead

  • Amanya Peter

    Software Engineer | Media & Communications Lead

  • Kyomugisha Evelyne

    IT

    IT Personel|WTM - Media & Communications Lead

  • Lisa Mutasa

    Software Engineer|WTM-Media & Communications Lead