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.
Agenda
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Hosted By
Louise Mercy Jillo, Organizer - Party & Happiness
I'm a Senior Product Executive at Interswitch Group. Previously worked as a Developer Community Manager which is part of Developer Relations at Decoded Africa and Africa's Talking.
I am passionate about technology, developer communities and innovations.
I channel my passion for technology through training developers and working on curriculums to facilitate knowledge sharing. In the spirit of nurturing the youth, I mentor students (Primary,High School and Universities) and young developers and I have served as a Master Trainer at Youth for Technology Foundation, an international non-profit organization that works with youth and women demonstrating the power of appropriate technology in education and entrepreneurship.
I led the Google Developer Group (JKUAT chapter 2017) and Developer Students Club (JKUAT chapter 2018/2019) where I organized developer community focused events and oversaw growth of student developers from 500 to 2100. I have organized many local meetups, workshops and hackathons which have created positive impact in the tech ecosystem.
I'm currently a member and co-organizer of Google Developer Group and Women Tech Makers Nairobi with the aim of empowering more women to join the tech industry.
My greatest accomplishments include graduating with a degree in Computer Science, receiving an award as an outstanding student in Technology and Innovation at JKUAT and attending Google I/O 2019 in California amongst outstanding Developer Student Club leads in Sub-Saharan Africa.
My hobbies include travelling , knitting, Latin dancing, baking and recreational reading.
Tabitha Kavyu, Organizer - Communications & Crew
Google Crowdsource Community Coordinator/ GDG Nairobi event organizer
Wayne Gakuo, GDG Co-organizer & Crew
A Frontend Engineer who is constantly learning the best practices of architecting software using Angular, while having scalability, maintainability, and user needs in mind.
Ngesa Marvin, Organizer - Strategic Partnerships, Content & ML
Prototype Maker -- Electronics + AI. Intel Innovator. Deep Learning Abantu. #IoT — #AI — #5G Freak. Connecting the Physical world into the Digital fabric.
Engineering Manager / Machine Learning Engineer specializing in signal and image processing, specifically in the field of computer vision.
He started his Cloud ML journey as an Intel AI Innovator and later joined Liquid Telecom as an IoT Solutions Engineer. He is currently a Device Manager – Cloud & AIoT at Safaricom and an Arm AI Ambassador. When not building products, he loves to teach and share knowledge with others. He believes ML education should be free and accessible to all.
As of late, he has been working on sensor data analysis from IoT devices to help manage Device lifecycles and drive the right customer experience. He founded Nairobi AI, and also leads Machine Learning efforts in communities such as GDG Nairobi and Tiny ML Kenya.
Cynthia Kamau, Software Engineer | Programs Lead | WTM Ambassador
Software engineer based in Nairobi with a passion for building and managing developer communities.
daisy okacha, Partnerships & ML Organizer
Rachael Kimberly Msabeni, UX Developer
I am a diverse and self-motivated person with a zeal for solving problems using technology. I am passionate about UI/UX Design and web development.
I delight in mentoring young people who are just getting started in their journeys of becoming UI/UX designers and software developers.
Velda Kiara, Organizer - Media and Blogs
Software Engineer (Django, React) and technical writer with a love for puzzles.
Philomena Mbura, Data Analyst/Scientist
Data Scientist with a passion for building tech communities.
Irene Onyango, Organizer
Brian Ouma, Media & Designs
Technophile who enjoys being part of the Tech Ecosystem. Web Developer 👨🏾💻 [ Angular, Node JS, Vue JS, SCSS, Laravel, PHP, JavaScript, Firebase ]. MS Dynamics Business Central Developer
Teresia Kirung'o, Organizer - Media & Communication
Wangari Njeri, Organizer - Media & Communication
Incoming Product Manager
Marjan Hussein, Organizer - Demo Zones
Brayan Mwanyumba, GDG Co-Lead & Crew
Brayan Kai is a Data Scientist Passionate about Communities, Technical Writing and Open-Source Advocacy.
He currently volunteers at different developer communities across Africa including Google Crowdsource, Open-Source Community Africa, She Code Africa, PyLadies Ghana and Dev Careers. All this owing to his strong passion for supporting fellow upcoming technologists, women in tech and advocating for inclusion and diversity. He calls this his personal mission.
It makes him happier, more balanced, and gives him a stronger sense of purpose to innovate, share, and teach in and with the community rather than just for it.
prisca akinyi, Organizer - Partners
Reuben Kihiu, Product Designer
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-nairobi-presents-google-io-extended-nairobi-1/.
