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AI at Work: Chicago

Chicago, IL, US

223 members · Public group

Organized by Christopher Harrison and 4 others

What we’re about

Welcome aboard the AI at Work Chicago group! An extension of the thriving Columbus AI at Work community, our mission is to journey deep into the captivating universe of Artificial Intelligence, with a distinct focus on Generative AI. We are launching an enlightening series of 12 meetups throughout the year, where we'll delve into a variety of AI models, concentrating on their practical implications and applications in addressing modern business challenges.

Here's a high-level overview of what we have planned:

Workplace Impact of AI: We'll begin our series with a broad view of how AI technologies are reshaping the way we work and creating new opportunities for businesses of all types. From e-commerce to manufacturing, HR to customer service, we'll explore how AI is revolutionizing the business landscape.

Deep Dives into AI Models: Throughout the year, we'll take a closer look at specific AI models, focusing on generative AI and its transformative implications for various sectors. We will discuss its historical evolution, how it functions, and provide tangible examples of its applications.

High-Level Discussions on AI Topics: Our meetups will facilitate in-depth discussions on a wide array of AI topics, such as ethical considerations, potential biases in AI outputs, the legal landscape of AI in the workplace, and more. These discussions aim to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of AI's impact and implications.

Lightning Talks from the Community: To foster a collaborative and engaging environment, we encourage members to share their experiences, insights, and predictions about AI. These 'lightning talks' are quick, five-minute presentations that spur dialogue and community engagement.

Join our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Fx4K7Zb8

AI and the Future of Work: As we progress through the series, we will also delve into AI's future advancements, leading research, and ways businesses can stay future-ready. This exploration will include both strategic insights and tactical advice on navigating the ever-evolving AI landscape.

If you harbor a natural curiosity about AI and its endless potential, this is your ideal platform. Join us on this exciting journey into the future of AI in the workplace! Welcome to AI at Work Chicago!

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Network event
10 attendees from 8 groups hosting
Mon, Jul 14, 2025, 6:00 PM CDTSupercharging Your Design Workflow with AI-Powered Tools
Madison Central Public Library, Madison, WI
Join us for a hands-on exploration of how AI is revolutionizing the design-to-code workflow, making it faster, more efficient, and accessible to designers and developers alike. In this presentation, we’ll walk through three powerful AI-enhanced workflows that are transforming how we build digital products:

The Subframe to Cursor Handoff: Starting with Figma designs, we'll use Subframe to generate clean React code, then import to Replit for full application development.

The Direct Figma to Replit Bridge: Learn how to import Figma designs directly into Replit, eliminating intermediate steps while maintaining design fidelity.

The Prompt-to-Product Pipeline: Discover how to go from concept to styled application by prompting directly in Replit and leveraging Shadcn-ui for polished interfaces.
We’ll do live demonstrations of each workflow, discussing options for when to use which approach, and learn practical tips for maintaining design quality while leveraging AI acceleration. We'll cover common pitfalls, best practices for prompt engineering in design contexts, and how to maintain human-centered design principles when working with AI tools.
Whether you're a designer curious about code generation, a developer looking to streamline your workflow, or a product manager wanting to understand emerging design-dev processes, you'll leave with actionable insights and clear next steps.