Join us for GDG Kuwait Devfest event as part of Google Cloud Day Kuwait Oct 8th where we present five exciting workshops by Google Developer Experts and professionals across the GCC region.
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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.
Sign up for in person attendance is possible via the official Google Cloud Day organized by Google Cloud Kuwait host: https://inthecloud.withgoogle.com/dev-fest-kuwait-24/register.html
Our line up for DevFest Kuwait 2024 is as follows:
1- Title and speaker: Keeping Up with AI: Gemma’s Here So You Don’t Get Left Behind By Mohammed Buallay (Google Developer Expert in Machine Learning)
Abstract: Feeling like AI is moving faster than your morning coffee? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! In this session, we’ll dive into Gemma – Google’s latest AI wizardry – designed to help you keep up with the ever-changing world of machine learning. Whether you’re already deep into AI or just trying to stay in the game, Gemma’s got your back with tools and techniques that simplify model training without breaking a sweat. So, join us to learn how to stay ahead of the curve, harness the power of GenAI, and make sure you're always one step ahead of the bots!
2- Title and speaker: Building Tech Communities by Ramesh Chander, Head of Developer Relations - Google
Abstract: Developer programs and communities powered by Google and how they help further the reach of AI and technologies
3- Title and speaker: Build talking avatars powered by Generative AI (Gemini) by Sayed Ali Moosa Alkamel (Google Developer Expert in Dart and Flutter)
Abstract: Participants will learn to breathe life into characters, infusing them with AI-generated dialogue and dynamic animations that elevate storytelling to new heights. In this workshop we cover how to build the Flutter app that will host our custom built animated characters. Learn how to control these characters based on user interactions, and then participants will learn to breathe life into characters with Gemini API.
4- Title and speaker: Digital Accessibility for Web Design and Development by Zainab AlMeraj, Ph.D. - Associate Professor at Kuwait University and Managing Director of Tech Connect Co.
Abstract: If you design or develop native or cross platform technologies, there is a high chance that you are pushing out tech that is not usable by people using assistive technologies or keyboards. In this talk we will cover basics of digital accessibility to keep in mind whilst designing and the best practices to adopt in development and testing to ensure that our tech is accessible.
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