Über uns
Willkommen beim Rhein-Neckar AI & Data Hub!
(English version below.
Events and communication will also be held in English, if needed.)
Unsere Mission ist es, die Data-, Analytics- und AI-Community im Rhein-Neckar-Raum zu stärken und den Austausch zwischen Academia und Industrie zu fördern.
Hier treffen sich Expert*innen, Forschende und Interessierte, um gemeinsam an innovativen Themen wie Data Science, KI, Cloud Computing und Data Engineering zu arbeiten.
Was erwartet euch?
- Inspirierende Vorträge zu aktuellen Trends und Best Practices
- Offener Austausch mit Gleichgesinnten aus Forschung und Praxis
- Netzwerken in entspannter Atmosphäre
Egal, ob Einsteiger*in oder Expert*in – bei uns sind alle willkommen, die die Zukunft von Data & AI mitgestalten möchten.
Kontakt:
Ihr habt Fragen oder möchtet aktiv mitmachen? Meldet euch gerne direkt bei Mark Bangert, Andreas Luckert oder Daniar Achakeev.
Bleibt dran – in unserem ersten LinkedIn-Post erfahrt ihr mehr über die Idee und unsere geplante Meetup-Reihe ab Q1/2025.
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English Version:
Welcome to the Rhein-Neckar AI & Data Hub!
(Events and communication will also be held in English, if needed.)
Our mission is to strengthen the Data, Analytics, and AI community in the Rhein-Neckar region and foster collaboration between academia and industry.
Here, experts, researchers, and enthusiasts come together to work on innovative topics such as Data Science, AI, Cloud Computing, and Data Engineering.
What can you expect?
- Inspiring talks on current trends and best practices
- Open exchange with like-minded people from research and industry
- Networking in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere
Whether you are a beginner or an expert – everyone who wants to shape the future of Data & AI is welcome!
Contact:
Do you have questions or want to actively participate? Feel free to reach out directly to Mark Bangert, Andreas Luckert or Daniar Achakeev.
Stay tuned – check out our first LinkedIn Post for more information about the idea and our planned Meetup series starting in Q1/2025!
Bevorstehende Events (1)
Alles ansehen- Rhein-Neckar AI & Data Hub MeetupHMS Analytical Software GmbH, Heidelberg
### Join us for the #second Rhein-Neckar AI & Data Hub Meetup!
Edition #2: Spotlight on Data Engineering
We’re back – and ready for round two!
Join us on May 8, 2025, as we dive deep into the world of Data Engineering – the essential backbone of any AI, analytics, or data-driven initiative. Expect real-world insights, practical experiences, and honest conversations – no fluff, no empty buzzwords.
### Our Speaker
👉Dr. Daniar Achakeev, Senior Software Engineer, HMS
"Extend Your Data Engineering Toolbox with Single Node Processing Engines"In this discussion, I will explore the rise of single node processing and its impact on the data engineering landscape. I will briefly introduce DuckDB and Arrow, and touch on the topic of relational data processing and the importance of SQL, whether for single node or distributed processing.
Should you really replace Apache Spark, or are we comparing apples and oranges? How could DuckDB complement the Lakehouse architecture? Are these tools ready for production use? These are some of the questions I plan to discuss with you.
👉Robert Pack , Staff Developer Advocate, Databricks
"Native interoperability between table formats and query engines"Join us as we explore interoperability between table formats and query engines in the RUst ecosystem. Diving deeper into delta-kernel-rs, a new Rust implementation of the Delta Lake protocol designed for unparalleled interoperability. We will explore how maintaining a native implementation of the Delta specification (with native C and C++ FFI support) can deliver consistent benefits across diverse data processing systems, eliminating the need for repetitive, engine-specific reimplementations. Let’s discuss how these emerging design patterns may impact the broader Open Lakehouse ecosystem.
### Agenda
- 18:00 – Welcome & Networking (snacks and drinks provided)
- 18:30 – Talks begin
- 20:00 – Get together
📅 Date & Time: Thursday, May 8, 2025 | 18:00 - 21:00
📍 Location: HMS Analytical Software GmbH, Grüne Meile 29, 69115 Heidelberg### Important Notes
✔ Maximum capacity: 30 attendees – please RSVP only if you can attend.
✔ No-show policy: If you can’t make it, kindly update your RSVP so someone else can take your spot.
✔ Participation is free!🔗 Register now & secure your spot: Rhein-Neckar AI & Data Hub
