
What we’re about
Welcome to the future of data engineering in New York!
Data engineering is transforming how organizations approach data science and AI-powered solutions. As enterprises increasingly bring entire data pipelines in-house—from ETL to production-ready AI applications—the demand for skilled data engineering professionals and robust architectures continues to surge.
Celestial Systems brings over 20 years of digital transformation expertise to this vibrant community of data engineers, ML engineers, and technical leaders. As an ISO 27001 certified partner with worldwide offices and a fully in-house engineering team, we're passionate about empowering professionals to unlock new opportunities in data engineering and AI.
This community focuses exclusively on applied data engineering—moving beyond theory to real-world implementations that drive business impact. Whether you're building AI-powered data pipelines, implementing Microsoft Fabric solutions, or optimizing enterprise data architectures, our meetups provide hands-on learning experiences with industry-leading tools and practices.
What We Offer:
- Hands-on workshops featuring live demonstrations with real datasets
- Industry expertise from Celestial's engineering team and technology partners like Microsoft
- Technical deep dives into cutting-edge data engineering tools and cloud solutions
- Networking opportunities with data professionals across industries—from healthcare and finance to green energy
- Open source focus promoting collaborative development and community contribution
Our Community Goals:
- Build collaborative partnerships with meetup groups, enterprises, and technology organizations
- Promote enterprise-grade open source tools and cloud-native data engineering solutions
- Host practical workshops that translate directly to workplace applications
- Share knowledge of emerging data engineering patterns and AI integration
- Contribute to the broader data engineering and open source communities
Who Should Join:
- Data Engineers & ML Engineers implementing production data pipelines
- Enterprise Architects designing scalable data and AI solutions
- Python, R, and Cloud Engineers working with modern data stacks
- Technical Leaders & Decision Makers from data-driven organizations
- IT Professionals interested in cloud data platforms and AI automation
Get Involved:
- Interested in speaking at our events? Contact us about sharing your data engineering expertise
- Have a topic you'd like us to cover? We welcome suggestions for future workshops and sessions
- Looking to volunteer or support our community? We'd love to hear from you
- Interested in hosting or sponsoring an event? Let's discuss partnership opportunities
- Building an innovative data or AI startup? Connect with us about showcase opportunities
Join us to discover how enterprises leverage modern data engineering to minimize risk, enhance decision-making capabilities, and sharpen their competitive edge in today's AI-driven landscape. From executive-focused sessions to hands-on technical labs, we welcome both seasoned experts and curious newcomers passionate about the future of data engineering.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Network event15 attendees from 15 groups hostingSmart Agents, Smarter Business: A Deep Dive into Agentic AICelestial HQ, Burnaby, BC
Join us for an exclusive AI Open House at Celestial Systems, featuring Lakshmi (Lucky) Chandra, Solutions Engineer, exploring the cutting-edge world of Agentic AI. This is a unique opportunity to discover how autonomous AI agents are revolutionizing enterprise operations and decision-making processes.
Please be sure to register on our Luma event page for approval.
Agenda
🕐 2:00 – 2:15 PM | Welcome & Introductions
Meet the Celestial Systems team and connect with fellow AI, data, and technology professionals.
🕐 2:15 – 2:30 PM | Expert Talk: Introduction to Agentic AI
🎤 Speaker: Lakshmi (Lucky) Chandra, Solutions Engineer
Discover what makes AI "agentic" and how autonomous AI agents are transforming enterprise workflows and decision-making.
🕐 2:30 – 3:15 PM | Deep Dive: Applications & Mechanisms
✅ Real-world applications of Agentic AI across industries
✅ Understanding how Agentic AI works under the hood
✅ Business implications and transformation opportunities
🕞 3:15 – 3:45 PM | Future Trends & Strategic Insights
Explore emerging trends in autonomous AI and what the future holds for intelligent agents in enterprise environments.
🕞 3:45 – 4:30 PM | Q&A Session & Networking
Engage with AI leaders, ask questions, and connect with industry professionals over refreshments.Register Here!
💡 Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the future of autonomous AI, understand agentic systems, and connect with industry professionals.
Past events (94)
See all- Network event7 attendees from 14 groups hosting(ONLINE WEBINAR) Accelerating AI Readiness in Financial ServicesThis event has passed