Google I/O Extended Nairobi

United States International University Africa, Nairobi, Nairobi, 14634 - 00800

GDG Nairobi

Join us for an exciting in-person event and get ready to dive into the latest technologies and innovations from Google. Don't miss out on the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, attend informative sessions, and engage with industry experts. Whether you're a developer, designer, or tech enthusiast, there's something for everyone at Google I/O Extended 2024.

Jul 27, 2024, 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM (UTC)

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About this event

This year's Google I/O Extended offers a truly global and flexible developer experience.

This Meetup consist of informal discussions, learning, and exploring Google's latest innovations within our local context.

We are calling all developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts in Nairobi and beyond! Google Developer Groups (GDG) Nairobi is thrilled to host Google I/O Extended 2024, a premier event designed to ignite your passion for technology and connect you with a vibrant developer community.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic program featuring sessions led by industry experts and passionate developers. Expect in-depth discussions and practical insights on a wide range of Google technologies, including:

Android Development (Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, etc.)

Web & Cloud Development (Firebase, Flutter, Angular, etc.)

Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence

Google Assistant & Internet of Things (IoT)

Design Thinking & User Experience (UX)

Open Source & Google Developer Tools

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your development journey, Google I/O Extended 2024 Nairobi offers something for everyone.

Learn from the Best: Gain valuable knowledge and actionable takeaways from experienced speakers.

Network & Collaborate: Connect with fellow developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts to share ideas, spark collaborations, and build lasting connections.

Showcase Your Expertise: You can submit your talk proposal and become a thought leader by sharing your knowledge with the community.

When

When

Saturday, July 27, 2024
5:00 AM – 2:00 PM (UTC)

Agenda

5:00 AM
Arrival & Registration
6:00 AM
Opening Remarks
6:15 AM
Dr. Leah Mutanu Mwaura
Associate Professor and Chair of Department, Computing and Informatics, USIU-Africa
6:30 AM
Google Kenya Keynote
Allela Atieno DevRel Community Manager (SSA), Google
6:45 AM
WTM Nairobi
Sabrina Barongo Principal Engineer - Cyber Security Strategy and Designer and WTM Ambassador
7:00 AM
PayStack
Andrew Nduati DevRel - Paystack
7:15 AM
ChatSasa
Eston Kimani Founder - Ideas Come To Life Ltd
7:30 AM
Power Learn Project
Albert Kimani, Director of Programs & Strategy , PLP
7:45 AM
Vilcom Kenya
Rodgers Momanyi, Systems Engineer | Core Network
8:00 AM
SafeBoda
Eric Kogi Engineering Manager, SafeBoda
8:15 AM
Breakout Session Migration
8:30 AM
RoofTop 1 : Introducing ChatSasa: Easily Add In-App Chat & AI Powered Customer Support to Your SMS, WhatsApp, Web, or Mobile Apps
Eston Kimani Founder - Ideas Come To Life Ltd
8:30 AM
SS19 (4th Floor): Exploring Project IDX
Allela Atieno DevRel Community Manager (SSA), Google
8:30 AM
Room LT7 : Web : Server-Side Rendering: Hydration in Angular v18
Wayne Gakuo Google Developer Expert for Angular | Frontend Developer | Angular x TypeScript | Lead at Angular Kenya | Co-Organizer at GDG Nairobi
8:30 AM
Room LT8 : AI : What’s new for Gemini and Gemma models
James Mwai GDE and CTO Sky.Garden
9:15 AM
RoofTop 1 : Mobile : From Blank Page to Brilliance: Generate Captivating Topics with AI
Bright Etornam Sunu Spry Limited, Senior Mobile Engineer
9:15 AM
SS19 (4th Floor): Cloud : Leveraging Cloud Technology: Creating Local Solutions with Global Impact
Felix Waweru Software Engineer, Hacker, Digital Renaissance Man
9:15 AM
Room LT8 : AI : Democratizing Deep Learning: Building Powerful Models on Everyday Hardware with Transfer Learning
Katrina Wanjugu Muchemi Data Scientist/Machine Learning Engineer at BAT
9:15 AM
Room LT7 : Web : Building a More Inclusive and Accessible Web for All Users
Maina Wycliffe The Typescript Aficionado
10:15 AM
Lunch Break
11:00 AM
Closing Remarks
11:15 AM
Networking

Speakers

  • Allela Eunice

    Google

    Developer Relations Community Manager

  • Dr. Leah Mutanu

    USIU

    Chair of Department, Computing and Informatics, USIU-Africa

  • Eston Kimani

    Ideas Come To Life Ltd

    Founder

  • Rodgers Momanyi

    Vilcom Networks Limited

    Systems Engineer | Core Network

  • Sabrina Barongo

    Safaricom PLC

    Senior Cyber Security Engineer | WTM Ambassador

  • Albert Kimani

    Power Learn Project

    Director of Programmes and Strategy

  • Eric Kogi

    SafeBoda

    Engineering leader

  • Andrew Nduati

    Paystack

    DevRel

  • Katrina Wanjugu Muchemi

    BAT

    Data Scientist/Machine Learning Engineer at BAT

  • James Mwai

    Sky.Garden

    GDE and CTO

  • Maina Wycliffe

    Typescript Aficionado

  • Wayne Gakuo

    Angular Kenya

    Google Developer Expert for Angular | Frontend Developer | Angular x TypeScript | Lead at Angular Kenya

  • Felix Waweru

    Software Engineer, Hacker, Digital Renaissance Man

  • Bright Etornam Sunu

    GDE Flutter

Partners

ChatSasa logo

ChatSasa

Power Learn Project logo

Power Learn Project

USIU logo

USIU

Vilcom Networks Ltd logo

Vilcom Networks Ltd

SafeBoda logo

SafeBoda

Hustle Yangu Ltd logo

Hustle Yangu Ltd

Beba-Beggie logo

Beba-Beggie

Organizers

  • Brayan Mwanyumba

    GDG Co-Lead & Crew

  • Cynthia Kamau

    Software Engineer | Programs Lead | WTM Ambassador

  • Wayne Gakuo

    Sky.Garden

    GDG Co-organizer & Crew

  • Sabina Benerdette

    PULA

    QA Engineer

  • Marjan Hussein

    Organizer - Demo Zones

  • Danroy Mwangi

    Branding and Marketing

  • Wangari Njeri

    Organizer - Media & Communication

  • Irene Onyango

    Organizer

  • Brian Ouma

    GDG Organizer

    Media & Designs

  • prisca akinyi

    L'Oreal East Africa

    Organizer - Partners

  • Ngesa Marvin

    Safaricom PLC

    Strategic Partnerships, Content & ML

  • Rachael Kimberly Msabeni

    WTM Ambassador

    Software Developer , UX Designer

  • Philomena Mbura

    WTM Ambassador

    Data Analyst/Scientist

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