Analytics.CLUB Johannesburg

🎥 Watch how it works:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRUTXUOFKm4

💬 What to Expect:
At AIDataTech Connect, attendees are encouraged to explore, share, and engage across multiple interactive channels designed to support learning, networking, and opportunity discovery:

• General – A central hub for orientation, announcements, and community-wide discussions.
• Intros – Introduce yourself, your background, and your AI/tech journey. Spark meaningful introductions.
• Networking – Share your resume, startup, or project pitch. Meet employers, peers, or collaborators.
• Help Wanted – Ask for help or offer support on coding, data, research, or AI model deployment.
• Industry Room Tech – Discuss AI frameworks, tools, and the latest tech trends in data and development.
• Project Showcase – Perfect for those seeking a machine learning career fair experience or showcasing real-world work through our AI project showcase platform.
• Collaboration Pods – Jump into discussions around collaboration for AI specialists, including open-source partnerships, research pods, and co-building opportunities.

📍 Where:
Join virtually at:
👉 https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/q4j5imq9qjs9
🕔 When:
Event runs globally from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM local time — designed for participation across time zones.

👥 Who Should Join:

• AI professionals, ML engineers, and data scientists
• Tech founders, entrepreneurs, and product leaders
• Students, job seekers, and aspiring AI talent
• Recruiters, employers, and hiring managers in AI/tech
• Researchers, open-source contributors, and peer mentors

🧠 Why Attend:

• Engage in a truly global virtual tech networking event
• Discover AI jobs, freelance gigs, or partnership opportunities
• Connect with experts and peers in AI, ML, and data
• Explore AI applications and get feedback on your models or tools
• Network directly via 1-on-1 video or text chats
• Collaborate on new ideas, research papers, or open-source projects

❓ Questions or Suggestions?
We’re here to help. Drop us a note at:
👉 https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support

🔖 Hashtags:
#AIDataTechConnect #AINetworkingEventOnline #VirtualAICommunityMeetup #MachineLearningCareerFair #AIProjectShowcasePlatform #CollaborationForAISpecialists #DataScienceMeetup #MLJobs #AIResearchNetworking #GlobalTechNetworking #TechCollaborationEvent

🎥 Watch the explainer video to see how it works:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgm2_MiHLDk

💬 What to Expect:
At TechConnect, participants enjoy full access to group discussions and 1-on-1 video/text chats, with zero moderation — allowing spontaneous, genuine interaction across roles and regions.

Attendees can engage across several thoughtfully organized channels:

• General – A community-wide welcome zone for announcements, orientation, and casual conversation.
• Intros – Share your tech background, favorite projects, or personal story. Find shared passions with others.
• Networking – Showcase your startup, GitHub repo, app, or career goals. Build relationships and get feedback.
• Help Wanted – Looking for a co-founder, DevOps hand, designer, or marketer? Post or respond here.
• Industry Room Tech – Dive into the newest programming trends, frameworks, and stacks shaping the future.
• Projects & Collabs – A showcase area tailored for developer project sharing platforms, where you can post demos, join builds, or spark new ideas.
• Coding Sprints & Accountability Pods – For those building in public or looking for peer coding accountability groups, this space will keep your momentum strong.

📍 Where:
Join virtually at:
👉 https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/te5gd5wngmz9
🕓 When:
The event takes place from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM local time, globally. Join to network, hire, learn, and collaborate.

👥 Who Should Attend:

• Developers and software engineers across all stacks
• Data professionals, AI researchers, and machine learning engineers
• Startup founders and tech entrepreneurs
• Recruiters and employers hiring in the tech space
• Students and learners aiming to connect and grow in the industry
• Tech enthusiasts looking to explore career pivots, personal projects, or trends

🔧 Why You’ll Love It:

• Connect with professionals, recruiters, and peers in real time
• Explore a live tech job fair online that’s open and interactive
• Showcase your innovations, code, or startup demo
• Get feedback or help on your latest dev build
• Join project-based groups or accountability pods to stay productive
• Make global tech connections via 1-on-1 video and text chats

❓ Have Questions or Suggestions?
We’re here to help. Reach out at:
👉 https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support

🔖 Hashtags:
#TechConnect #VirtualTechNetworkingEvent #OnlineDeveloperCommunityMeetup #TechJobFairOnline #DeveloperProjectShowcasePlatform #PeerCodingAccountabilityGroup #AIJobs #DataScienceNetworking #SoftwareEngineerMeetup #GlobalTechEvent #TechCareersVirtual

What is FirstFridayFair Monthly Job Fair?
FirstFridayFair Monthly Job Fair is a global virtual job fair and remote hiring event hosted by the Analytics.CLUB community. This online job fair platform brings together professionals, employers, recruiters, and career coaches for an immersive, self-managed career networking experience.

🎥 New to FirstFridayFair? Watch our explainer video here: https://youtu.be/NlLaCfOjosk

Where and When?
📍 Online at https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/6j382kbpcnvd
🗓 First Friday of the month
⏰ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Local Time Zone)
🌍 Open to participants globally

🌍 Who should join?

• Job Seekers: Looking for their next big break in remote or local roles.
• Employers & Recruiters: Eager to find top talent across industries.
• Service Providers & Career Coaches: Supporting professionals with tools, tips, and resources.
• Career Enthusiasts & Explorers: Wishing to expand their network and knowledge.

💬 Where does the event take place?
This interactive event is hosted on a Slack-like community chat platform, making it easy to join from anywhere and interact in real-time group chats and 1-1 video or text conversations.
🚀 What can you do at the event?
Attendees can explore several themed Slack job fair channels designed for job networking, peer-to-peer support, and industry discussions:

• General: Intros, announcements, and casual networking.
• Networking: Showcase your portfolio, startup, or job pitch.
• Intros: Meet others, share your career path, and connect personally.
• Help Wanted: Offer your skills or seek help from others.
• Industry Room Tech: Discuss the latest in programming, software, and tech trends.

Additionally, attendees can engage in:

• 1-1 video and text chats with other attendees, recruiters, or service providers.
• Visit the virtual job openings board to browse active listings and connect with recruiters online.
• Participate in live job fair chat, where you can ask career-related questions, get online resume tips, and explore ways to stand out in the hiring process.

❓ Why join FirstFridayFair Monthly Job Fair?

• Access global job networking events right from your device.
• Explore virtual hiring events designed for professionals seeking flexibility and growth.
• Engage in meaningful conversations and discover remote hiring opportunities.
• Take advantage of a self-managed and open community platform, allowing you to connect at your own pace.
• Use the dedicated channels to showcase your skills, ask questions, and build lasting professional connections.

Have Questions or Suggestions?
We’d love to help: https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support

Join a global, open-format gathering for those building and questioning AI — from real-world use cases to critical conversations around ethics, bias, and transparency.
Every month, we create space for developers, researchers, and policymakers to connect in meaningful, unmoderated dialogue — with flexible chats, peer learning, and 1-on-1 video networking.
Watch how it works: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOYkxBjrAYY
What Is the Applied AI & Ethics #MonthlyMixer?
The Applied AI & Ethics MonthlyMixer is a self-directed online networking event where professionals from across the AI spectrum come together to collaborate, question, and connect.
This isn’t a webinar or panel — it’s a structured-free, chat-first environment hosted on a Slack-like virtual platform, featuring topic-specific channels and private video or text chat options.
Whether you're designing algorithms, drafting policy, or advocating for responsible tech, this is your space to exchange ideas, showcase projects, or meet others who care about building AI with integrity and impact.
Who Should Join:

• AI/ML developers working on real-world deployments
• Policy makers and legal experts exploring AI governance
• Data scientists interested in ethical model design
• Academics and researchers studying AI and society
• Ethicists, community leaders, and social impact advocates
• Product leaders balancing innovation with responsibility

Whether you're launching applied AI tools or questioning their societal effects, this mixer welcomes your perspective.
Explore These Channels Inside:
The platform provides themed group discussions to help you navigate the topics that matter most:

• #general – Start with introductions, announcements, and cross-topic conversation
• #networking – Share your portfolio, white papers, startups, or ethical AI tools
• #intros – Tell your story: what you work on and why it matters
• #help-wanted – Request or offer guidance around data ethics, fairness, or responsible deployment
• #industry-room-tech – Dive deep into real-world cases, AI misuse, explainability, and bias mitigation

You’ll also be able to chat directly and launch 1-on-1 video calls for deeper conversations.
When & Where?

• Second Wednesday of Every month
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (your local time)
• Register from the platform here - https://events.tao.ai/pod/analytics.club/cont-r8tfbvicrqsh

No login hurdles. No presentations. Just people-driven dialogue.
Why Join?

• Global gathering of AI professionals shaping the future responsibly
• Self-led chats & 1-on-1 networking with values-aligned peers
• Exchange insights, frameworks, and use cases for applied AI
• Build your ethical AI toolkit and collaborative network
• Reconnect monthly to deepen the conversation

Questions or Suggestions?
We’re always listening.
Contact us anytime at: https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support
Quick Links:

• Explainer Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOYkxBjrAYY
• Support Page: https://noworkerleftbehind.org/event_support

Hashtags for Discovery & Engagement
#AppliedAI #EthicalAI #AIEthics #ResponsibleTech #MonthlyMixer #AIGovernance #AIandSociety #FairAI #BiasInAI #TechForGood #AINetworking #AIProfessionals #GlobalAICommunity