February Nerd Interface: Artificial Intelligence, Mobile and Beyond!

We’re all familiar with science fiction definitions, but what are we really talking about when we say A.I.?

How is mobile A.I. different than traditional A.I.?

How is A.I. utilizing sensory data to learn and impact user experiences?

With A.I. developing so quickly, how can businesses implement this technology appropriately and in a way that can stay current?

Is A.I. and machine learning a development fad or the result of continuing trends that will continue to evolve?

With the advancement of artificial Intelligence and machine learning, there are possibilities within mobile and web applications that have never been available before. From simple phone-based voice-recognition technology to cloud-based image recognition, these tools can open doors for your business and ultimately service your customers better.

Please join us for an exclusive Nerd Interface as thought leaders from both The Nerdery and Microsoft’s Global Black Belt team introduce how to utilize artificial intelligence, machine learning and cognitive services to create applications that can transform digital experiences for you, your employees and your customers.

Agenda:

5:30-6 p.m.: Networking, Food and Craft Beer catered by Crafty (https://craftydelivers.com/)

6-7 p.m.: Nerd Interface

7-8 p.m.: Continued networking and Craft Beer

Nerd host:

Gregg Walrod - Head of Software Engineering, Chicago

Gregg is a proven business leader that focuses on the employee and client experiences. He works as the Head of Software Engineering where he leads and supports the Chicago-based team. He has worked in numerous leadership roles in his 12-year services business career, which includes leading Geek Squad in China. In his spare time, Gregg is an avid music lover and loves to travel abroad.

Speakers:

Rohail Kidwai - Senior Software Engineer, Android - The Nerdery

Rohail likes working on different types of projects. He enjoys learning and doing new things. Rohail is not good at writing about himself in third person.

Erik Polzin - Director, Global App Innovation Partners (GBB) - Microsoft

With 10+ years of experience in Enterprise IT, Erik have served in a variety of roles including; consulting, business development and strategic alliances. Since 2009, he has worked with enterprise organizations and partners on defining and implementing successful mobile transformation. In 2013 Erik joined Xamarin to lead the Xamarin Consulting Partner Program, growing the program to over 350 worldwide partnerships in 3 years. With the acquisition of Xamarin by Microsoft he is honored to be leading an exceptional team in their continued effort to support their worldwide consulting partners and drive mutually beneficial business opportunities.

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About The Nerdery (http://www.nerdery.com/):

We are a custom software design and development company built on the belief that passionate nerds are the driving force behind business breakthroughs. Our vision is to be the best place in the world for Nerds to work; our purpose is to redefine what’s possible through technology.

About Microsoft (https://www.microsoft.com/):
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. In a Mobile First, Cloud First world, Xamarin makes it fast, easy and fun to build great mobile apps.