Google I/O Extended 2024 London

01 Founders, Longford Street, Greater London, NW1 3HB

GDG London

Google I/O Extended London brings the excitement of Google I/O, Google's developer conference. The event will feature technical talks by experts, cover the latest developer updates from Google, and provide opportunities for networking and hands-on learning.

Jul 27, 2024, 8:20 AM – 3:00 PM (UTC)

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About this event

Google I/O Extended London is your chance to immerse yourself in the Google developer community right here in the heart of London. Organised by Google Developer Group (GDG) London, this event is open to anyone interested in Google technologies. Imagine experiencing the buzz of Google I/O, the company's major developer conference, without the need to travel across the globe. I/O Extended London brings that energy to you, offering a platform for:

Technical Talks by Experts: Gain insights and practical knowledge through sessions led by Google developers and enthusiasts. Learn about the latest advancements in Android, Web, Cloud, AI, Machine Learning, and other cutting-edge areas.

Deep Dives into Google Updates: Stay on top of the latest announcements and developments from Google. Get hands-on experience with new tools and platforms directly from those who build them.

Networking with Fellow Developers: Connect with a vibrant community of developers based in London. Share knowledge, ideas, and experiences, and build lasting connections within the tech scene.

Whether you're a seasoned programmer or just starting your development journey, Google I/O Extended London offers something for everyone. It's a fantastic opportunity to learn, network, and be part of the exciting world of Google technologies!

When

When

Saturday, July 27, 2024
8:20 AM – 3:00 PM (UTC)

Agenda

8:20 AM
Registration
8:50 AM
Opening Remarks
9:00 AM
Building beautiful camera experiences in Android by Tom Colvin
Join me in this live-coding demo, together we're going to write a modern camera app for Android! Using the latest Jetpack CameraX library we can capture photos and videos super-easily. On the way we'll discuss: - The latest updates to CameraX as seen in Google I/O '24 - The smartest way to capture and preview images and video - How to use device-specific features like portrait mode, night mode and face retouching - Applying transformations such as rotations and cropping - or passing output to AI methods.
9:30 AM
Break
9:35 AM
Building an Exchange Rate Chatbot with Gemini Function Calling by Nishi Ajmera, Jyoti Katragadda
This talk dives into Gemini Function Calling, a feature that empowers generative AI models to connect with external APIs. We'll build a real-time exchange rate chatbot using Python and the Gemini API. Learn how to define functions, call external APIs through Gemini, and create a user-friendly experience with the latest currency data.
10:05 AM
Break
10:10 AM
What you need to know about third-party cookies by Natalia Markoborodova
Learn how to transition away from third-party cookies to privacy-preserving alternatives. Gain an understanding of the user options for third-party cookies, and learn how to audit cookie usage and test for breakage to ensure a smooth transition.
10:40 AM
Break
10:45 AM
Create your own Q&A System Using Python: Build a RAG Model for Answering Questions from ePubs with Gemini by Lisa Carpenter
Learn how to utilise Gemini's fantastic APIs with Langchain, to chunk content from your favourite EPubs and build your very own RAG system that can accurately answer your questions!
11:45 AM
Lunch
12:45 PM
Complement your media editing pipeline with Media3 by Kristina Simakova
Learn how to use Media3 Editing libraries to edit, trim, concatenate and apply effects to video frames on Android. Implementing video editing has always been a challenge for Android developers. Media3 is a jetpack library that is meant to make video editing easy, performant and reliable. In this session you will learn about Transformer APIs, how to apply effects and concatenate multiple media files.
1:15 PM
Break
1:20 PM
From Pixels to Meaning: The Evolving Landscape of Computer Vision with Google AI by Roushanak Rahmat
The ability of machines to understand visual information has come a long way. This talk will explore the fascinating journey of computer vision, from the early days of image processing to the cutting-edge world of vision language models. We'll see how advancements in deep learning have revolutionised how machines "see" and interpret the world. We'll also delve into Google's contributions to this field and its application in projects like Imagen are pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Get ready to discover how computers are learning to not only see the world, but also understand and interact with it in new and exciting ways.
1:50 PM
Break
1:55 PM
Crafting Creative Prompts and Developing Flutter Apps with AI: Structuring Response Schema by Renuka Kelkar, Sumith Damodaran
Join us for an interactive session on using AI to enhance your Flutter app development. Learn how to craft creative prompts with Gemini and structure responses using JSON. We'll demonstrate practical techniques to generate code, UI elements, and more, making your development process faster and more efficient. This session is perfect for developers looking to integrate AI into their workflow and boost productivity. Above are our talk details
2:25 PM
Break
2:30 PM
Closing Remarks
2:45 PM
Leaving the building

Speakers

  • Natalia Markoborodova

    Google

    Developer Relations Engineer

  • Kristina Simakova

    Google

    Engineering Manager

  • Tom Colvin

    Apptaura

    CTO

  • Lisa Carpenter

    Digital Futures

    Lead AI and Data Instructor

  • Roushanak Rahmat

    IBM

    Data scientist

  • Nishi Ajmera

    Publicis Sapient

    Architect

  • Jyoti Katragadda

    Publicis Sapient

    Technical Lead

  • Renuka Kelkar

    TechPowerGirtls

    Founder

  • Sumith Damodaran

    PM

Host

  • Caroline Veloso

    The Arch Company

    Junior Software Developer

Organizers

  • Renuka Kelkar

    techpowergirls

    GDG Organizer

  • Sumith Damodaran

    sitecore

    PM / GDG Organizer

  • Chris Bouloumpasis

    GDG Organizer

  • Goran Minov

    Okta

    Team Lead | GDG Organizer

  • Inès Rigaud

    GDG Organizer

  • Mihaela Peneva

    GDG Organizer

  • Stefan Cornea

    01founders

    GDG Organizer

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