Google I/O Extended 2024 London

Google I/O Extended London is your chance to immerse yourself in the Google developer community right here in the heart of London. Organised by Google Developer Group (GDG) London, this event is open to anyone interested in Google technologies. Imagine experiencing the buzz of Google I/O, the company's major developer conference, without the need to travel across the globe. I/O Extended London brings that energy to you, offering a platform for:

Technical Talks by Experts: Gain insights and practical knowledge through sessions led by Google developers and enthusiasts. Learn about the latest advancements in Android, Web, Cloud, AI, Machine Learning, and other cutting-edge areas.

Deep Dives into Google Updates: Stay on top of the latest announcements and developments from Google. Get hands-on experience with new tools and platforms directly from those who build them.

Networking with Fellow Developers: Connect with a vibrant community of developers based in London. Share knowledge, ideas, and experiences, and build lasting connections within the tech scene.

Whether you're a seasoned programmer or just starting your development journey, Google I/O Extended London offers something for everyone. It's a fantastic opportunity to learn, network, and be part of the exciting world of Google technologies!

Agenda

9:20 AM: Registration

9:50 AM: Opening Remarks

10:00 AM: Building beautiful camera experiences in Android by Tom Colvin

Join me in this live-coding demo, together we're going to write a modern camera app for Android! Using the latest Jetpack CameraX library we can capture photos and videos super-easily. On the way we'll discuss:

• The latest updates to CameraX as seen in Google I/O '24
• The smartest way to capture and preview images and video
• How to use device-specific features like portrait mode, night mode and face retouching
• Applying transformations such as rotations and cropping - or passing output to AI methods.

10:30 AM: Break

10:35 AM: Building an Exchange Rate Chatbot with Gemini Function Calling by Nishi Ajmera, Jyoti Katragadda

This talk dives into Gemini Function Calling, a feature that empowers generative AI models to connect with external APIs. We'll build a real-time exchange rate chatbot using Python and the Gemini API. Learn how to define functions, call external APIs through Gemini, and create a user-friendly experience with the latest currency data.

11:05 AM: Break

11:10 AM: What you need to know about third-party cookies by Natalia Markoborodova

Learn how to transition away from third-party cookies to privacy-preserving alternatives. Gain an understanding of the user options for third-party cookies, and learn how to audit cookie usage and test for breakage to ensure a smooth transition.

11:40 AM: Break

11:45 AM: Create your own Q&A System Using Python: Build a RAG Model for Answering Questions from ePubs with Gemini by Lisa Carpenter

Learn how to utilise Gemini's fantastic APIs with Langchain, to chunk content from your favourite EPubs and build your very own RAG system that can accurately answer your questions!

12:45 PM: Lunch

1:45 PM: Complement your media editing pipeline with Media3 by Kristina Simakova

Learn how to use Media3 Editing libraries to edit, trim, concatenate and apply effects to video frames on Android.
Implementing video editing has always been a challenge for Android developers. Media3 is a jetpack library that is meant to make video editing easy, performant and reliable.
In this session you will learn about Transformer APIs, how to apply effects and concatenate multiple media files.

2:15 PM: Break

2:20 PM: From Pixels to Meaning: The Evolving Landscape of Computer Vision with Google AI by Roushanak Rahmat

The ability of machines to understand visual information has come a long way. This talk will explore the fascinating journey of computer vision, from the early days of image processing to the cutting-edge world of vision language models. We'll see how advancements in deep learning have revolutionised how machines "see" and interpret the world. We'll also delve into Google's contributions to this field and its application in projects like Imagen are pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Get ready to discover how computers are learning to not only see the world, but also understand and interact with it in new and exciting ways.

2:50 PM: Break

2:55 PM: Crafting Creative Prompts and Developing Flutter Apps with AI: Structuring Response Schema by Renuka Kelkar, Sumith Damodaran

Join us for an interactive session on using AI to enhance your Flutter app development. Learn how to craft creative prompts with Gemini and structure responses using JSON. We'll demonstrate practical techniques to generate code, UI elements, and more, making your development process faster and more efficient. This session is perfect for developers looking to integrate AI into their workflow and boost productivity.
Above are our talk details

3:25 PM: Break

3:30 PM: Closing Remarks

3:45 PM: Leaving the building

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Speakers

Natalia Markoborodova - Google (Developer Relations Engineer)

Natalia is a Developer Relations Engineer for the Privacy Sandbox initiatives @ Google. She's actively involved in facilitating the transition away from third-party cookies and shaping the future of online identity solutions.

Kristina Simakova - Google (Engineering Manager)

Kristina is an Engineering Manager at Google. She is managing Android Media Editing team. The team is working on Media3 Editing

Tom Colvin - Apptaura (CTO)

Tom Colvin is CTO of Apptaura, the app development specialists; and Conseal Security, the mobile app security experts. He has been a developer for over 20 years and worked with Android since Cupcake. He is a Google Developer Expert in Android

Lisa Carpenter - Digital Futures (Data Science Instructor Lead)

Lisa is the lead data science instructor at Digital Futures, with responsibility for the design of our Data Science programme and delivery of a world-class learning experience for our engineers. Lisa has over 10 years experience in the data industry. Lisa has worked with organisations to deliver value from their data, building technical solutions and statistical models to produce actionable in…

Roushanak Rahmat - IBM (Data scientist)

"Roushanak is an accomplished Data scientist at IBM with a wealth of experience in computer vision, medical imaging, and data science. With a PhD in AI from Heriot-Watt University in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, she possesses deep expertise in developing advanced algorithms and models for healthcare applications. Her expertise spanned a range of areas including computer visi…

Nishi Ajmera - Publicis Sapient (Lead Engineer)

Lead Engineer at Publicis Sapient, AI enthusiast, and Women in Tech Ambassador. With a passion for Gen AI, I have delivered multiple talks on the workings of Large Language Models (LLMs), sharing insights into this rapidly evolving field. My expertise spans both technical implementation and the broader implications of AI in today's digital landscape. As a Women in Tech Ambassador, I am also co…

Jyoti Katragadda - Publicis Sapient (Technical Lead)

Jyoti Katragadda is a seasoned Technical Lead at Publicis Sapient, where she expertly navigates the complex responsibilities of a senior technologist. With a fervent drive for innovation and a keen eye for architectural design and system optimization, Jyoti is at the forefront of adopting new technologies to propel projects to success.
Jyoti's career is marked by notable achievements tha…

Renuka Kelkar - TechPowerGirtls (Founder)

Renuka is the founder of @TechPowerGirtls! She has 15+ years of experience in Web design and development, with the last 2+ years in Mobile App development with Flutter/DART! Her main focus is building the Flutter Community for Tech Moms! My Talk will give different options available in the market to create Responsive WebApp, Navigation in the web & deploying the App with different Hosting opt…

Sumith Damodaran

Hosts

Caroline Veloso - The Arch Company (Junior Software Developer)

I'm from Brazil and I completed a coding bootcamp. In my free time, I run a social media account focused on tech and I'm interested in expanding my knowledge in biotechnology.

Ishita Narsiker - Amazon (Business Intelligence Engineer)

Ishita has been actively involved in Google communities since DevFest 2022, serving as a GDG Glasgow organiser and a former GDSC Lead. She is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Computer Science while working as a Business Intelligence Engineer at Amazon. With a keen interest in Frontend web development and Large Language Model applications, Ishita enjoys combining her passion for techno…

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