REWE digital Events | Cologne & other locations

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The Cologne AI and Machine Learning (CAIML) #39 is going to happen on November 4, 2025, at REWE digital GmbH.

We will have two talks with additional time for networking:
- Talk 1: Juri Wiens (AI Research Engineer at REWE digital): One Voice, Many Minds: Engineering Voice-First Multi-Agent Systems
- Talk 2: Ole Bialas (Research Software Consultant at University of Bonn): What is "neural" about artificial neural networks? On the differences and similarities between artificial and biological intelligence.

Agenda
18h30 Open Doors with free drinks and food
19h00 Welcome & Intro
19h15 Talk Juri
- 5 Minute Break -
19h50 Talk Ole
20h20 Networking with free drinks and food

Location
REWE digital
Schanzenstraße 6-20
51063 Köln
Building 2.20, First Floor

Free parking spots are available on-site. Please only use the spots with the "REWE digital"-signs.

We do speak German and English. Bis bald!

PS: Wer sich vorher schon etwas aufschlauen möchte, schaut mal hier vorbei.

*****Achtung, dies ist die selbe Veranstaltung wie diese hier. Bitte meldet euch dort an!*****
Look forward to the first Kotlin Multiplatform Meetup with Cologne Intelligence, congstar, REWE digital and fulfillmenttools at Cologne Intelligence's office in Cologne-Kalk:

The meetup will be held on Wednesday**, November 19th, 2025, at 6:00 pm** and is presented by Cologne Intelligence, congstar, REWE digital and fulfillmenttools.

Get ready for three exciting talks and of course a friendly get-together!
This meetup will not be hybrid so you can only participate on site.
Please register beforehand here as there is only a limited room capacity.
The talks will be held in German. If there are any non-German-speaking participants, we’ll switch to English :)

LOCATION:
Cologne Intelligence GmbH
Marie-Curie-Straße 10
51103 Köln

AGENDA:
18:00 – Get together
18:15 – Intro and administrative details by Cologne Intelligence
18:30 – FFT goes KMP: the Kick, the Mayhem and the Payoff by Florian & Artem
18:55 – Q&A
19:00 - Ready or not? Lessons from our KMP Readiness Check at congstar by Bastian
19:25 – Q&A
19:30 - An iOS Perspective on Kotlin Multiplatform by Konstantin
19:45 – Q&A
19:50 - Socializing with Drinks & Snacks

SPEAKER & TALK INFORMATION:
Talk 1: FFT goes KMP: the Kick, the Mayhem and the Payoff
Kotlin Multiplatform promised us a future beyond Android - and we jumped right in. With familiar tools, we could finally target iOS and Web without starting from scratch. But between missing libraries, unknown ecosystems, and technical challenges, the mayhem was real. Join us as we share the excitement, the chaos, and the ultimate payoff of taking Fulfillmenttools clients cross-platform.

Florian Taute is a software developer with over seven years of experience, specializing in creating user-friendly and inclusive mobile applications. Highly interested in cross-platform development, Florian is an early adopter of Kotlin Multiplatform, exploring innovative ways to deliver seamless experiences across devices. He currently works as a Senior Mobile Developer at Fulfillmenttools building scalable mobile solutions that enhance fulfillment processes. He’s convinced that the secret to clean code is a perfectly brewed espresso.
Artem Perlov is a seasoned software developer with over a decade of experience in programming. He published his first app in 2011 and has been passionate about tackling complex technical challenges ever since. With a background that includes work as a security consultant, Artem brings a strong focus on secure and maintainable code to every project. He currently works as a Senior Mobile Developer at Fulfillmenttools building scalable mobile solutions that enhance fulfillment processes. He’s convinced that naming variables is one of the hardest parts of programming.
LinkedIn Florian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florian-taute-51b929b1/
LinkedIn Artem: https://www.linkedin.com/in/artem-perlov-b81322164/

Talk 2: Ready or not? Lessons from our KMP Readiness Check at congstar
Can an established Android codebase make the leap to Kotlin Multiplatform? Together with congstar, we explored this question with our KMP Readiness Check to assess technical foundations, library compatibility, and organizational readiness for a multiplatform approach.
The analysis uncovered both promising opportunities and concrete challenges. While Kotlin Multiplatform can simplify shared business logic and reduce duplication, existing toolchains, library compatibility, and integration with iOS workflows still demand careful planning and realistic expectations.
This talk summarizes what we learned: where the real benefits lie, which obstacles to expect, and how to design a realistic path toward multiplatform adoption without disrupting ongoing product development.

Bastian Demuth is Android Developer at Cologne Intelligence.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bastian-demuth-a19b0410b/

Talk 3: An iOS Perspective on Kotlin Multiplatform
This short reflection takes a step back to look at Kotlin Multiplatform through iOS eyes. Kotlin Multiplatform has the potential to reshape how mobile teams work together - but for that to happen, the iOS perspective and its concerns need to be part of the conversation.
This talk is an invitation to think about what that means technically, culturally, and collaboratively - and to reflect on where alignment helps, and where diversity still matters.

Konstantin Gaarz is an iOS Developer at Cologne Intelligence with experience in mobile development, UX design, and project leadership. While iOS is his specialty, he maintains a broad outlook on software architecture - exploring cross-platform solutions to enable more efficient, adaptable development. He brings a holistic mindset to his projects, bridging technical execution with strategic thinking and delivering clear, pragmatic guidance along the way. He might not wear a black turtleneck, but he definitely believes in saying ‘One more thing…’ to features that matter.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/konstantin-gaarz-16772a143/

*****REMINDER: Please register here!****

🗣 Talk #1: Francesco Bianchi (VisAgi) about "GenZen"
Gen Z is here and they’re not ruining the workplace, they’re redefining it. In this interactive session hosted by GenZen, we’ll explore how generational differences manifest in communication, expectations, and collaboration. Participants will engage in interactive activities, explore surprising data, and reflect on what it takes to build workplaces that work for everyone. Come curious, leave connected.

🗣 Talk #2: Mira Teubner (REWE digital) about "Neurodivergency"
Agile teams are all about diversity, collaboration, and self-organization — but neurodivergent perspectives are often invisible. Her presentation highlights how autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent ways of thinking can both challenge and enrich agile processes. Using concrete examples, Mira shows how teams can work more inclusively — with clear action points for leadership, communication, and collaboration.
A plea for neuro-friendly teams as an opportunity for greater effectiveness!

🏢 Location:
REWE digital, Schanzenstraße 6-20, 51063 Köln, Building 2.20
Free parking available at the "REWE digital"-Carlswerk parking spots around the building.

🌈All Genders and Ages welcome!