What we’re about
The AI Collective is a non-profit, grassroots community uniting 70,000+ pioneers – founders, researchers, operators, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events, workshops, and community-led research, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust, openness, and human flourishing.
In Hampton Roads, our chapter brings that mission to life across Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and beyond – connecting technologists, creatives, students, and entrepreneurs through intimate meetups, hands-on workshops, and real-world collaborations that drive innovation in healthcare, defense, education, tourism, and the local economy. From fireside chats to industry demo nights, we’re building a trusted space for bold ideas, meaningful dialogue, and collective progress on AI’s cutting edge.
Discord group: https://discord.gg/pMpdNHJDEJ
Upcoming events
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🧜♀️ The AI Collective HR • Vibecoding 101: Launch your idea today
The HIVE by City of Virginia Beach, 140 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA, USAre you ready? We're going to design, develop, launch, and understand your idea today.
This is a hands-on workshop led by Ted Patterson, Emanuel Perez, & Lionel Sapp
This is a hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll take your ideas from concept to prototype — all in one evening. We’ll guide you step-by-step through researching your website or app idea using Mobbin, building your first working prototype using Bolt and Supabase, and deploying it live so you can start testing right away with Microsoft Clarity.
What to expect
- A quick intro to Vibecoding — how AI can accelerate your creative process
- Guided walkthroughs led by Ted Patterson, Emanuel Perez, and Lionel Sapp
- Hands-on building with Mobbin (for website & app patterns), Bolt (for rapid development), Supabase (for database, auth, and APIs), and Microsoft Clarity (for understanding your users)
- Real-time help from mentors and community members
- End the night with your own live prototype ready to share and test
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FAQs
What is Vibecoding?
It’s a new way to build software using natural language, AI, and no-code tools. You describe what you want — the tools help make it real. No traditional coding required.
Do I need to know how to code?
No experience needed! If you can describe what you want to build, you’re ready.
What should I bring?
Bring a laptop. We’ll provide Wi-Fi, outlets, and snacks.
Is this for beginners?
Yes! Whether it’s your first project or your tenth, you’ll walk away with something new — and running.
Is this free?
Yes, but space is limited. Be sure to RSVP early.
Is parking available?
Yes. Town Center has five garages with more than 4,380 spaces and 86 on-street spaces available for public use.
Get more info → https://pw.virginiabeach.gov/city-property/parking/town-center-parking- - -
Organizers & Partners
Organizers
Vibecodecamp.org, The Digital Builders, and us, The AI Collective Hampton RoadsPlatinum partner
TechArk SolutionsGold partner
SupabaseSilver partner
Assembly NorfolkSpace partner
The Hive by the City of Virginia Beach- - -
Our parent org
The AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 100,000+ pioneers – founders, researchers, operators, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events, workshops, and community-led research, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust, openness, and human flourishingAll attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective are subject to our Code of Conduct**.
21 attendees
🧜♀️ The AI Collective HR • AI, Medicine, and Me
ECPI, 5555 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA, USMedical knowledge now doubles every 73 days, creating a gap doctors can't bridge alone. What if you could use new AI tools to help find the answers?
Event Summary: Are you, or a loved one, navigating a complex health journey? The old model of "doctor's orders" is being replaced by a new "patient as partner" model—and AI is the tool that makes it possible.
Join technologist Andrew Stafford and EVMS physician-researcher Atiq Bhatti, MD, for a groundbreaking 60-minute talk.
- You will learn:
- How to safely use tools like ChatGPT and Gemini for your own health research.
- The "trust barrier" that keeps doctors from using AI—and how it's being solved.
- A look at the new, doctor-specific AI tools like Open Evidence and UpToDate Expert AI that are changing medicine right now.
- How patients, nurses, and small practice owners—not just giant hospitals—are at the center of this revolution.
This talk is for empowered patients, healthcare staff (NPs/nurses), small practice owners, and anyone curious about the future of medicine.
We look forward to seeing you there and building a vibrant AI community in the 757 area!
**The AI Collective **is a global non-profit community uniting 70,000+ pioneers – founders, researchers, operators, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events, workshops, and community-led research, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust, openness, and human flourishing.
All attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective are subject to our Code of Conduct**.
9 attendees
🧜♀️ The AI Collective HR • Connecting Hampton Roads AI Enthusiasts
ECPI, 5555 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA, USJoin us for another AI Collective Hampton Roads event! Whether you're an AI professional, researcher, student, or simply curious about artificial intelligence, this meetup offers a relaxed environment to connect with fellow enthusiasts in the Hampton Roads area. Come share your interests, discuss the latest developments, and help shape the future of our local AI community.
Agenda:- Welcome & Introductions: Meet the organizers and fellow attendees.
- Topic or workshop: More info coming soon
- AI News Highlights: Brief overview of recent major AI developments to spark conversation.
- Networking: Engage in informal chats over refreshments.
We look forward to seeing you there and building a vibrant AI community in the 757 area!
**The AI Collective is a global non-profit community uniting 70,000+ pioneers – founders, researchers, operators, and investors – exploring the frontier of AI in major tech hubs worldwide. Through events, workshops, and community-led research, we empower the AI ecosystem to collaboratively steer AI’s future toward trust, openness, and human flourishing.
All attendees and organizers at events affiliated with The AI Collective are subject to our *Code of Conduct.*3 attendees
Past events
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