The October DJUG meeting will be at Epitec HQ in the Travelers Towers 1 building, 26555 Evergreen Rd, Suite 1700 in Southfield, Michigan.
Unleashing AI in Java: A Guide to Semantic Kernel, LangChain4j, and Spring AI
Are you a Java developer curious about building AI apps, but feel restricted by the prevalence of Python and JavaScript tools? This talk is for you. We'll explore Java AI libraries like Semantic Kernel, LangChain4j, and Spring AI, demystifying how to get started with AI engineering right within your favorite language.
Through clear examples, we'll learn what it takes to build your own AI-powered app in Java. By the end of this session, you'll have a comprehensive overview of your options and the practical skills needed to start building intelligent applications in a Java ecosystem.
Takeaway: Practical skills needed to start integrating AI into a Java app right away
Difficulty level: Intermediate. I will not spend time explaining things like DI when using Spring Boot.
Audience: Java developers who feel like they should look into AI but haven't had time or have felt overwhelmed by the idea.
Speaker Bio
The speaker for this meeting is Marcus Hellberg of Vaadin, coming in from Lake Tahoe, California.
Marcus has spent the past 20 years combining modern web technologies and Java. He's always curious to learn new things and loves helping developers learn new things. He works as the VP of Developer Relations at Vaadin.
Marcus writes: "Passionate about both learning and teaching, I help developers learn the skills they need for modern full-stack web development. My talks often explore the integration of Java with frontend technologies and how developers can make the most of AI tools within their applications. My teaching approach is hands-on, emphasizing practical coding examples."
Beyond technical topics, I bring years of experience in Developer Relations to discuss how a strong DevRel strategy can create value for both developers and businesses."
Rundown
6:30 - Doors open. Pizza, beverages, and networking.
7:00 - Opening Remarks, Industry News, Peer Review, and Jobs in Java.
7:10 - Main presentation (60 mins approx. with Q&A)
8:30 - Lights out.