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๐Ÿš€ Weโ€™ve Rebranded: Introducing KSUG.AI! ๐Ÿค–โ˜๏ธ๐Ÿณ

Formerly K8SUG, we are now KSUG.AI โ€“ KubeSmart & AI User Group ๐ŸŽ‰
As the cloud-native landscape continues to evolve, so has our communityโ€™s vision. Our focus has expanded to include not just Kubernetes, but also Multi-Cloud, Cloud Native architectures, and AI/ML workloads.

๐Ÿ“ Whether you're joining us in-person or online from anywhere in the world, KSUG.AI is the place for developers, architects, and platform engineers who are building the future with Kubernetes.

๐Ÿ’ฌ We dive deep into:

  • Multi-cloud and hybrid cloud migration
  • Real-world experiences with OpenShift, vanilla K8s, and managed Kubernetes (on-premises and in the cloud)
  • Building, securing, operating, and managing Kubernetes clusters
  • Backup and disaster recovery strategies for containers
  • And now, the intersection of Kubernetes with AI and ML

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Who should join?
Anyone using or planning to adopt Kubernetesโ€”whether you're in DevOps, Platform Engineering, SRE, or AI/MLโ€”will benefit from the shared knowledge and collaboration in this community.

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Join the movement. Learn, share, and lead with KSUG.AI.

KSUG.AI is an independent community and not affiliated with or endorsed by CNCF. Kubernetes, K8s, Kubestronaut are registered trademarks of The Linux Foundation.

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Upcoming events

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  • AI Startup Showcase & Networking โ€” September Edition

    AI Startup Showcase & Networking โ€” September Edition

    ANNG Gallery, Level 17, 60 Albert RoadSouth Melbourne VIC 3205, Melbourne, AU

    1-Click to register => ksug.ai/ai-30sep26 <=
    Note: this event will be conducted in Mandarin Chinese.

    Latest promotions discovered by our community!

    We're excited to welcome you to the upcoming AI Startup Showcase & Networking โ€” happening in-person in Melbourne! ๐ŸŽ‰

    We're actively seeking more awesome K8s and AI topic speakers!
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://sessionize.com/ksug-au

    ๐Ÿ’ก Ideas ยท Products ยท Stories ยท Feedback ยท Connections

    What promising AI products and startup projects are being built in Melbourne?

    This in-person showcase and networking event brings together AI founders, product builders, investors, developers, and technology professionals.

    This September edition will feature five confirmed early-stage AI startup projects. Each team will have 20 minutes to share its founder journey, the problem it is solving, its product approach, how AI is being applied, and its current progressโ€”followed by a live product demo and interactive Q&A.

    This is not a formal fundraising pitch event or another conference focused only on trends and concepts. We aim to create a relaxed and open environment where real AI products can be discovered, builders can receive useful feedback, and attendees can connect with people actively building within Melbourneโ€™s AI community.

    โœจ Event Highlights

    • ๐ŸŽค Five AI startup project showcases
    • ๐Ÿ’ป Live demos of real products, prototypes, and use cases
    • ๐Ÿง  Founder stories, product insights, and practical experiences
    • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Interactive Q&A and audience feedback
    • ๐Ÿค Meet AI founders, developers, product professionals, and industry partners
    • ๐Ÿ”— Explore potential collaborations, advisory support, and industry connections
    • ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿฅค Food, drinks, and networking

    ๐Ÿš€ What Will Each Project Share?
    Each project will cover:

    • The real-world problem it is solving
    • Its product or proposed solution
    • How AI is used within the product
    • Target users and use cases
    • Current product progress
    • A live product demo or prototype
    • Next-stage development plans
    • The feedback, resources, or industry connections it is looking for

    Each showcase will be followed by an interactive Q&A and feedback session. Project and guest introductions will be announced progressively.

    ๐Ÿ™‹ Who Should Attend?

    • AI startup founders and co-founders
    • Aspiring founders exploring startup opportunities
    • AI engineers, developers, and product teams
    • Angel investors and early-stage investment professionals
    • Product managers, designers, and technology professionals
    • Startup mentors, advisors, and ecosystem partners
    • Anyone interested in AI products and entrepreneurship

    You do not need to have your own startup to attend. Join us as an audience member to discover real products being developed within Melbourneโ€™s AI community and connect with founders and industry professionals.

    โฐ Agenda

    • 5:30 PMโ€“6:00 PM: Check-in, food, and networking
    • 6:00 PMโ€“6:10 PM: Opening and event introduction
    • 6:10 PMโ€“7:50 PM: Five AI startup showcases, product demos, and Q&A sessions (20 minutes per team)
    • 7:50 PMโ€“8:10 PM: Open discussion and audience feedback
    • 8:10 PMโ€“8:30 PM: Networking and industry connections

    ๐Ÿ“ Event Details
    Date: Wednesday, 30 September 2026
    Time: 5:30 PMโ€“8:30 PM
    Event Language: Mandarin Chinese
    Food and Drinks: Food and refreshments will be provided ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿฅค

    ๐Ÿค Host and Venue
    Host: JR Academy
    Venue: ANNG Gallery
    Venue Support: CloudTech Group

    1-Click to register here to secure your spot! See you all there!

    Location: ANNG Gallery
    Level 17, 60 Albert Road, South Melbourne VIC 3205

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join our Discord and WhatsApp for latest update!

    ๐Ÿ”– ๐Ž๐ง๐ ๐จ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฌ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ:
    โ˜ธ 30% OFF Kubernetes Certs - Code: 30K8SUG
    โ˜ธ 20% OFF FinOps Certs - Code: KSAI_20

    ๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐–๐ž ๐ƒ๐จ ๐“๐ก๐ข๐ฌ:
    โœ… Learn ๐…๐€๐’๐“๐„๐‘ โšก
    โœ… Certify ๐’๐Œ๐€๐‘๐“๐„๐‘ ๐Ÿ’ฐ
    โœ… Grow ๐’๐“๐‘๐Ž๐๐†๐„๐‘ ๐Ÿ’ช
    ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“๐ŸŽ,๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ+ follow KSUG.AI ๐Ÿ”ฅ linktr.ee/ksug.ai

    By registering, you consent to the management of your personal information in accordance with KSUG.AI Meetup's Privacy Policy. Additionally, you agree that our sponsors may contact you.

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  • GDG Melbourne Devfest 2026

    GDG Melbourne Devfest 2026

    William Angliss Institute, 555 La Trobe St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia, Melbourne, AU

    We're excited to invite you to the full day event organized by GDG Melbourne. We have one FREE ticket for 1 of our most active KSUG.AI community friends. Follow the guide to fill out the form to request it HERE.

    Buy a DevFest Melbourne ticket ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://ksug.ai/devfest26

    Latest promotions discovered by our community!

    We're actively seeking awesome K8s and AI topic speakers, amazing volunteers and generous sponsors! Fill out the relevant form ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://ksug.ai

    Interested in AI, Gemini, Android, Kotlin, Flutter, Firebase, ML, Android XR, other Google technologies or non-technical topics?

    Devfest 2026 is back! Join us for a full day of learning, connection and inspiration as we bring together speakers from across the tech community to share ideas, real world experiences and the latest technologies. With multiple tracks featuring technical and non-technical sessions, there's something for everyone, all as part of a welcoming conference run by developers, for developers, and led by GDG Melbourne.

    At its core, Devfest is about bringing the community together. It's an opportunity to connect with fellow developers, exchange ideas, discover new perspectives and learn from one another. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, you'll leave with new knowledge, new connections and fresh inspiration.
    At GDG Melbourne, diversity and inclusion are central to everything we do. In partnership with Women Techmakers Melbourne, we strive to create an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and valued.

    With your Devfest ticket you get:

    • Engaging talks across multiple tracks covering Android, Flutter, ML, AI, Design, Testing & Non-technical topics
    • World class speakers from Google, industry and the wider community
    • Full day conference followed by after party drinks
    • Exclusive conference swag
    • Excellent lunch, morning and afternoon tea provided
    • A door prize giveaway
    • Networking opportunities throughout the day and at the after party with fellow developers, industry professionals, and potential employers

    ๐Ÿ“… Event Details

    Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
    Location: William Angliss Institute
    555 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, 3000
    Register here to secure your spot
    Full Event Schedule can be found here.

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join our Discord and WhatsApp for latest update!

    ๐Ÿ”– ๐Ž๐ง๐ ๐จ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฌ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ:
    โ˜ธ 30% OFF Kubernetes Certs - Code: 30K8SUG
    โ˜ธ 20% OFF FinOps Certs - Code: KSAI_20

    ๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐–๐ž ๐ƒ๐จ ๐“๐ก๐ข๐ฌ:
    โœ… Learn ๐…๐€๐’๐“๐„๐‘ โšก
    โœ… Certify ๐’๐Œ๐€๐‘๐“๐„๐‘ ๐Ÿ’ฐ
    โœ… Grow ๐’๐“๐‘๐Ž๐๐†๐„๐‘ ๐Ÿ’ช

    ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“๐ŸŽ,๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ+ follow KSUG.AI ๐Ÿ”ฅ github.com/ksug-ai

    By registering, you consent to the management of your personal information in accordance with KSUG.AI's Privacy Policy. Additionally, you agree that our sponsors may contact you.

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  • AI Engineering: Agents, Harness & Production

    AI Engineering: Agents, Harness & Production

    ยท
    Hybrid
    Amazon MEL12, 555 Collins St, Melbourne, AU

    1-Click to register => https://ksug.ai/au-69 <=

    Latest promotions discovered by our community!

    We're excited to welcome you to the upcoming KSUG.AI Australia #69 - Melbourne Meetup โ€” happening both in-person at at Amazon and online via Zoom! ๐ŸŽ‰

    We're actively seeking more awesome K8s and AI topic speakers!
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://sessionize.com/ksug-au

    Agenda and topics preview:

    • Food, drinks and Socializing
    • Welcome / Introductions by the Organizers @KSUG.AI
    • Topic 1: TBC
    • Topic 2: TBC
    • Quiz time: nice swags giveaways

    Food and drinks will be provided between 5.30 and 6 pm on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a great opportunity to learn and network with our peers. Thanks to our sponsors Amazon!

    1-Click to register here to secure your spot! See you all there!

    Location: Amazon MEL12, Level 12.304 555 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join our Discord and WhatsApp for latest update!

    ๐Ÿ”– ๐Ž๐ง๐ ๐จ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฌ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ:
    โ˜ธ 30% OFF Kubernetes Certs - Code: 30K8SUG
    โ˜ธ 20% OFF FinOps Certs - Code: KSAI_20

    ๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐–๐ž ๐ƒ๐จ ๐“๐ก๐ข๐ฌ:
    โœ… Learn ๐…๐€๐’๐“๐„๐‘ โšก
    โœ… Certify ๐’๐Œ๐€๐‘๐“๐„๐‘ ๐Ÿ’ฐ
    โœ… Grow ๐’๐“๐‘๐Ž๐๐†๐„๐‘ ๐Ÿ’ช
    ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“๐ŸŽ,๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ+ follow KSUG.AI ๐Ÿ”ฅ github.com/ksug-ai

    By registering, you consent to the management of your personal information in accordance with KSUG.AI Meetup's Privacy Policy. Additionally, you agree that our sponsors may contact you.

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  • KSUG.AI Australia #69 - Cloud Native & AI Unlocked @ Nutanix

    KSUG.AI Australia #69 - Cloud Native & AI Unlocked @ Nutanix

    ยท
    Hybrid
    Nutanix Pty Ltd, 201 Kent St, Sydney, AU

    1-Click to register => https://ksug.ai/au-70 <=

    Latest promotions discovered by our community!

    We're excited to collaborate with JR Academy to welcome you to the upcoming KSUG.AI Australia Meetup โ€” happening both in-person at at Nutanix and online via Zoom! ๐ŸŽ‰

    We're actively seeking more awesome K8s and AI topic speakers!
    ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://sessionize.com/ksug-au-syd

    Agenda and topics preview:

    • Food, drinks and Socializing
    • Welcome / Introductions by the Organizers @KSUG.AI
    • Build with AI Hands-On workshop: Build and Scale an AI Image Generator on GKE (CPU to GPU) by Yongkang He, Google GDE
    • Quiz time: nice swags giveaways

    Food and drinks will be provided between 5.30 and 6 pm on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a great opportunity to learn and network with our peers. Thanks to our sponsors Nutanix!

    1-Click to register here to secure your spot! See you all there!

    Location: Nutanix Pty Ltd, Uluru (room), Level 10
    Maritime Trade Towers, 201 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW 2000

    ๐Ÿ‘‰ Join our Discord and WhatsApp for latest update!

    ๐Ÿ”– ๐Ž๐ง๐ ๐จ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฌ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ:
    โ˜ธ 30% OFF Kubernetes Certs - Code: 30K8SUG
    โ˜ธ 20% OFF FinOps Certs - Code: KSAI_20

    ๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐–๐ž ๐ƒ๐จ ๐“๐ก๐ข๐ฌ:
    โœ… Learn ๐…๐€๐’๐“๐„๐‘ โšก
    โœ… Certify ๐’๐Œ๐€๐‘๐“๐„๐‘ ๐Ÿ’ฐ
    โœ… Grow ๐’๐“๐‘๐Ž๐๐†๐„๐‘ ๐Ÿ’ช
    ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“๐ŸŽ,๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ+ follow KSUG.AI ๐Ÿ”ฅ github.com/ksug-ai

    By registering, you consent to the management of your personal information in accordance with KSUG.AI Meetup's Privacy Policy. Additionally, you agree that our sponsors may contact you.

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