What?
The Windsor Google Developers Group is launching a series of online sessions to help you earn the Google Cloud Digital Leader certificate.
Why?
Check out this blog article and help article on the value of getting certified on Google Cloud.
How much?
Free to attend the online sessions and free to access online learning resources. However, you must pay the exam registration fee.
Is this for me?
There are no technical prerequisites, making this a good first step for those looking to start their cloud learning journey.
Check out the one-pager study notes at this link
We look forward to having you join us
Agenda
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Speaker
Don Ward - Google (Customer Engineer)
Don Ward is an avid believer in the power of the local software development community. As a former leader and co-founder of the Windsor and Detroit Google Developer Groups, he has seen firsthand the impact of community and networking. Currently, working at Google Cloud, Don focuses on empowering customers to succeed using Google Cloud.
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Ali El-Sharif, Professor
Ali El-Sharif works as a professor at St. Clair College in Windsor, where he teaches Data Analytics and Cybersecurity. Ali is currently co-authoring a book with Serg Masís and Nick Schmidt. The book title is “Building Responsible AI with Python - Identify, explain, and mitigate bias with hands-on code examples.” Ali enjoys volunteering for GDG Windsor and encourages everyone to stay connected with this amazing community of developers.
Arunesh Choudhary,
I am a highly motivated and detail-oriented Computer Science student with a strong academic foundation and a passion for machine learning and research. My journey in this field has been marked by hands-on experiences and recognition for my academic achievements. As a recipient of the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA), I have had the opportunity to delve into research, applying advanced techniques in deep learning and information retrieval.
Passionate about applying technical expertise and research experience to innovative projects in machine learning and AI, with the ultimate goal of contributing to the field’s continued evolution. Eager to take on new challenges, contribute to cutting-edge research, and grow within this dynamic field.
Kiran Puthan, Solution Consultant
Kiran is a self-taught UI Designer specializing in User Experience and Product Strategy, with over four years of experience in UX Design. He is also a leadership expert who delivers high-energy talks and presentations on Technology, Design, and Marketing. Passionate about translating visions and objectives into reality, offering tangible results in line with client expectations, and enabling teams to strategize and build with conscious intention.
Daria Deriagina,
I’m a Computer Programming student at St. Clair College 👩💻. I have experience in UX/UI design 🎨 and web development 🌐, where I focus on creating easy-to-use websites. I also work as a professional photographer 📸, bringing creativity into my projects. I enjoy combining design and coding to make websites look good and work well. I’m excited to keep learning and work with others in the tech community 🤝.
ranem ghalion, AI Specialist
Troy Hector, St. Clair College
Ashlynn Ward,
Ashlynn Ward recently started a Computer Science degree at the University of Windsor. She is a Women Techmaker Member and a big fan of Google Developer Groups.
Esraa Abdelhalim,
Esraa is an Assistant Professor at the Odette School of Business, University of Windsor, specializing in Human-AI Interaction, Privacy and Cybersecurity, Responsible Algorithms, and Data Analytics. Her research is published in top-tier journals and conferences, and she has received multiple awards, including Professor of the Year (2024, 2025), Ontario Trillium Award, and TechWomen award. Esraa has worked with 100+ women in leading Silicon Valley tech companies and co-founded initiatives like “Women Techmakers-Alexandria”, “GDG-Alexandria”, and “Heya is Back.” She also organizes the annual International Women’s Day event and AI workshops at Odette.
Sam Ghasan, Enterprise Architect
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