Come learn how Generative AI is transforming how we interact with technology and how women can Impact tech together.

Build with AI is a global event series aimed at enabling developers across the world to learn and build using Google’s latest artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. This event will consists of technical workshops and talks to help developers learn and apply their skills on GenAI trends and products from Google. This is for all the levels and open to all.

IWD 2024 - Celebrating IWD 2024 brings together women in the tech industry for a special celebration of International Women's Day, offering an opportunity to draw inspiration from success stories, forge new connections, and acquire valuable skills.

As part of our global initiative to mark International Women's Day, we extend a warm invitation to women and allies in San Jose to join us in commemorating this occasion within their communities. Organized by a dedicated team of visionary women, this event showcases the indomitable spirit driving innovation and progress.

Expect enlightening talks from inspirational speakers, engaging fireside discussions themed around #ImpactTheFuture, and a host of resources to empower your personal and professional growth. Join us in this empowering gathering – all are encouraged to participate!

Agenda 

✅ 12-:1:30 -  Lunch and check in

✅ Sessions Starts at 2pm 

🎯  IWD 2024 EVENT [Room: SJC TM2 Guadalupe River Tech Talk]

🎤  2 -2:45 pm -  "Building an equitable future" by  Prasanthi Gurumurthy, Google 

As we celebrate International Women's Day, let's talk about the significant impact that women in tech can have on shaping the future of the ever-evolving tech industry. This day is not only a celebration of our achievements but also a call to action. As women, we have the power to be architects of the future. We will discuss some ways in which we can build a more equitable future and remind ourselves that every line of code and every design decision is a brick we lay in the foundation of progress. It is crucial for each of us to recognize that our skills and talents are valuable, regardless of where we are in our career journey. Let's make sure that the products we build reflect our values and are not only technologically advanced but also socially responsible. Let's continue to inspire, innovate, and build the future together.

🎤  2:45 - 3:30pm - Pursuing Passion by Deepa Gopalan, Google

Passion need not be tied to our career always. I would like to share my experience on how I balance my other interests along with the day to day job and how it helps me calm and motivated

🎤 🎤  3::30 - 4:15pm - "Women at the Edge of AI and Innovation to Empower Change"  by Daisy and Lourdes, WTM Ambassadors

Join us at this inspiring talk where Daisy Mayorga, co-founder of yüda, and Lourdes Ovando, Ambassador of yüda, lead a celebration of trailblazing women in emerging technologies. Driven by yüda’s commitment to empowering equity in emerging technologies, we spotlight the transformative work of role models like Dr. Joy Buolamwini, Dr. Timnit Gebru, and Dr. Safiya Noble. Discover how these women and our own leaders from the Central Valley are equipping underinvested communities with the tools to shape the future of technology. This gathering is a chance to learn, connect, and be inspired. Be part of a movement that is not only embracing but leading change in the tech world. Join us in advancing a more inclusive and diverse technological ecosystem.

🎤  4:15 - 5:00 pm - "Pitch it Quick: Create your 30-second story" by Deepa Dinakar, Co-founder, wellness AI Startup

This is a hands-on workshop designed to help participants effectively define problems and pitch solutions that address challenges faced by women. As we embrace this year's theme, "Impacting the Future," this session is a wonderful opportunity to contribute ideas that pave the way for change. We invite you to bring your transformative ideas and learn the crucial skills of articulating clear problem statements and presenting your solutions convincingly.

🎤 5:00 - 5:45pm- "My WTM Fresno journey" Csaba Toth, Director of Product Engineering SportsBoard

Csaba will share his experience building an inclusive and inspiring WTM community around Fresno, CA.

🎯  Build With AI  [Room: SJC TM2 Ranch Tech Talk]

🎤  2 -2:45 pm - Talk by Huan Li on "Harnessing LLM to Power an Open-source Community Coach Chatbot: Lessons from Wechaty"

In the realm of open-source software development, timely and effective support is crucial for fostering community growth and innovation. This talk focuses on the Wechaty community's journey to harness the capabilities of the state-of-the-art LLM in creating a coach chatbot. This chatbot is designed to answer any documentation, coding, or deployment questions, providing a seamless onboarding experience for new developers. Attendees will learn about the challenges and triumphs of integrating AI into community support tools, with a step-by-step guide on using Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) to build a responsive and intelligent chatbot. This talk is a deep dive into the practical application of AI in enhancing community engagement and support.

🎤  2:45 - 3:30pm - Talk by Siamak Ashrafi on Don't Be a Phone-y: Building Smart Mobile Apps with AI/ML

Imagine having a powerful AI assistant living right in your pocket. Your phone can already take amazing pictures and track your workouts, but what if it could analyze your health data and recommend personalized medication schedules, or understand your tasks and deadlines like a super-powered to-do list? This is the exciting world of AI-powered mobile apps, and it's not science fiction anymore. In this talk, we'll unlock the secrets to building these intelligent applications. We'll explore how modern smartphones are packed with the processing power and sensors to run AI on-device, and dive into the different tools and frameworks available to turn your ideas into reality. Get ready to unleash the true potential of your phone and discover how AI is revolutionizing mobile development. This talk is equal parts theory and code. https://zoewave.medium.com/ai-powered-todo-app-163172f20421

🎤  3:30 - 4:15pm- "Power of Gemini with Angular" Talk by Yathish Chandrashekar, Sr. Software Engineer, Cisco

In this talk, we will explore the powerful combination of Gemini and Angular, showcasing how developers can enhance their workflows through the creation of custom Chrome extensions. Through practical examples and live demonstrations, attendees will gain insights into harnessing Gemini's API within Angular to streamline tasks and boost productivity. I will delve into the intricacies of integrating Gemini's data visualization capabilities with Angular's framework, empowering developers to create dynamic and interactive Chrome extensions tailored to their specific needs.

Whether attendees are seasoned Angular developers or new to Gemini, this session will provide valuable insights and actionable tips for leveraging these technologies effectively. Join me as we embark on a journey to unlock new levels of efficiency and creativity in Chrome extension development.

🎤  4:15 - 5pm - Next-Level Wireless: AI-Powered Li-Fi + Wi-Fi Networks, by Ashly Joseph, Cisco Software Engineer

This presentation unveils the potential of merging Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Li-Fi and Wi-Fi technologies to create a high-speed, seamless wireless communication network. As we dive into the synergy between Li-Fi, which uses light to transmit data, and the more common Wi-Fi, the role of AI becomes crucial in managing and optimizing this integration. By dynamically allocating resources between Li-Fi and Wi-Fi based on real-time conditions and network demands, AI ensures efficient data flow, improving speed and reliability across environments. We will explore how AI not only enhances network management through smart switching and load balancing but also boosts security and maintenance capabilities, allowing the system to predict and address disruptions before they occur. The session will outline the architecture of this integrated network, showcase practical applications, and demonstrate how this advanced approach can meet the growing data demands of our digital world, making wireless communication more adaptable and robust.

🎤 🎤  5:00 - 5:45 pm - Build on Android with Gemini  by Thomas Ezan and Terence Zhang, Google

In this talk you’ll learn about the latest in Android Generative AI. We will discuss the best practices to harness cloud-based GenAI in your app and will cover the latest developments of on-device GenAI. Lastly, we will also see how leveraging Gemini in Android Studio can help you accelerate your app development.

✅ 5:45 - 6pm - closing [Gather at Guadalupe River Tech Talk]