From Data to Deployment: Building Production AI Systems

PyData Wolverhampton Launch Event: From Data to Deployment
Join us for the inaugural PyData Wolverhampton meetup! We're bringing together data scientists, engineers, AI practitioners, and anyone interested in Python and data science.
What to Expect:
This event features two practical talks on building AI systems that work in production:
Talk 1: "From Demos to Deployed: Building AI Systems That Work, and Work Right" Speaker: Stephen Toriola (Software & AI Engineer at Compare the Market) Explore how AI has evolved from simple demos to production systems, what makes AI work in real-world applications, and how to build responsibly.
Talk 2: "Building AI Right: Ethics and Implementation in Practice" Speaker: Nazeh Abel (AI Consultant at Medallion Technologies) Practical insights on implementing AI ethically, common pitfalls to avoid, and making better decisions when building AI systems.
Agenda:

• 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Arrivals, networking, and pizza
• 6:30 PM - 6:45 PM: Welcome and introductions
• 6:45 PM - 7:25 PM: Talk 1 - Stephen Toriola
• 7:25 PM - 8:05 PM: Talk 2 - Nazeh Abel
• 8:05 PM - 8:30 PM: Q&A and networking

What to Bring: Just yourself! No laptop or preparation needed. Bring business cards if you'd like to connect with other attendees.
Food & Drinks: Free pizza and soft drinks provided.
How to Find Us: University of Wolverhampton Science Park, Wolverhampton WV10 9RU
By Public Transport: From Wolverhampton train station, walk 5 minutes to the bus station. Take bus 32 or 33, ride for 7 stops (approximately 12 minutes) and drop off at Stafford Road. Walk 5 minutes to the Science Park.
By Taxi: 7-minute drive from Wolverhampton train/bus station.
By Car: Free parking available on-site.
Accessibility: The venue is on the ground floor and fully accessible.
We'll have PyData signage at the entrance to help you find us.
Who Should Attend: Data scientists, data analysts, machine learning engineers, software developers, students, and anyone interested in Python, data science, or AI. All skill levels welcome!
PyData Wolverhampton is part of the global PyData network, supported by NumFOCUS. We're building a community for data professionals in the Black Country.
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See you there!