How to Build the Future

Join us for our 4th Build the Future meetup.

We welcome builders, hackers, scholars, researchers, and lifelong learners to join us for a meetup in Austin to share ideas on how to build a fantastic future. We believe that many of the hurdles blocking technological progress are failures of will and imagination a la J. Storrs Hall and that by shifting our culture we can unlock innovation. Join us for monthly discussions on how to make that happen.

​In our fourth meetup, we will have two mini-presentations followed by ample group discussion.

Mini-presentations
"Introduction to Progress Studies" - Brad Hakes
"Mamba: Exploring Alternative AI Architectures" - Jason Meaux

Agenda
6:30-7:00 Connect, chat, and snack
7:00-7:05 Opening remarks
7:05-7:20 Brad Hakes Presentation and Q&A
7:20-7:35 Jason Meaux Presentation
7:35-7:55 Small group discussion
7:55-8:25 Large group discussion
8:25-8:30 Closing remarks

​This is an in-person meetup. Register on this page to attend.

Details
​Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024 from 6:30PM - 8:30PM
​Location: The Marlowe: 1115 Town Creek Drive, Austin, TX 78741
Questions: Email us at buildthefuture2024@gmail.com

FAQs​
I'm not in tech. Can I still attend?​
Absolutely. We love technologists. We also love folks that bring a humanities worldview. Both orientations can bring tremendous value to envisioning and creating a dynamic future.

​Is it okay if I come late and/or leave early?​
Yes.

​How do I know if I'm a good fit?
If you have made it this far reading the page, you are likely a great fit for the Build the Future community! We are intent on facilitating a friendly environment and building a positive and supportive community around this topic. We hope you'll join us :)