Amsterdam user group | From Search to Smart: Python + Elastic ELSER

Join us for a meetup on the evening before Elastic{ON} Amsterdam, October 29th in the Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam! Doors open at 17.15 and the presentations begin at 17.45. Food, refreshments, and networking to follow. We wrap up at 20.00.

Important: please note that this is a different venue than we normally have.

Address: Beurs van Berlage, Damrak 243, Amsterdam

Agenda:
17.15 Doors open, drinks and networking
17.45 From Search to Smart: Python + Elastic ELSER
18.30 ES|QL: Piped Query Language from Elasticsearch to Kibana
19.15 Networking, food with drinks
20.00 Wrap up

Talks:
From Search to Smart: Python + Elastic ELSER
Ever tried building your own AI integration? Learn how to create an OpenAI-compatible API in Python that integrates Elastic’s ELSER for powerful semantic search. This session walks you step-by-step through setting up the Python application, connecting to Elastic ELSER, handling queries, and returning AI-ready responses. Perfect for developers who want to extend LLM capabilities with fast, scalable search while keeping the setup approachable and code-focused. You’ll leave with clear steps to kick-start your own project.

Speaker: Sven Mollinga, CTO at Shock Media

ES|QL: Piped Query Language from Elasticsearch to Kibana
The Elasticsearch Query Language (ES|QL) is transforming how we explore, transform, and analyze data in the Elastic Stack. This talk will provide a quick, practical introduction to ES|QL, a piped query language built for speed and a natural, step-by-step analytical workflow. We'll dive into powerful new features that bridge the gap between search and traditional analytics, including the much-anticipated LOOKUP JOIN command. We will also touch upon using new features like ES|QL variables to streamline complex queries. Finally, we'll look at the immediate future of ES|QL—covering exciting upcoming features in both Elasticsearch and Kibana—to show you how this language will continue to evolve your data analysis capabilities. Join us to see how ES|QL simplifies and accelerates your data investigations!

Speaker: Stratoula Kalafateli, Principal Software Engineer II at Elastic

Bios:
Sven is a CTO, bringing years of hands-on expertise in managing and optimizing complex systems, with a background in technical operations and leadership for reliable infrastructure.

Stratoula Kalafateli is a Principal Software Engineer at Elastic, where she has been contributing to Kibana for the past 5.5 years. Originally from Greece, she now resides in Amsterdam, embracing the city's vibrant culture and cycling-friendly lifestyle. Passionate about technology, traveling, and exploring new horizons, Stratoula loves working in a multicultural environment.

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