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Free Meditation Homebush West

During our classes we share techniques on how to deepen the meditation experience through kundalini awakening. Our sessions go for one hour and in this time we have guided meditations, share information on how to stay in balance throughout the day, information on the 7 chakras along the spine and how to know and improve their condition. We finish off with time to ask questions and have a chat with like-minded people. There is no need to bring anything and chairs are available for your comfort. We are located in Melville Hall within the Homebush West Community Centre, which has plenty of parking. Classes are always free. If you have any questions, please call Jenny on 0425324265. (Please note that classes are not held during public holidays.)

RE-SCHEDULED: Urban Sketching by the Harbour in Kirribilli

**Harbour Sketch and Journalling Meetup at Kirribilli** Join us for a relaxed morning of sketching by the harbour! We’ll be capturing some of Kirribilli’s beautiful local landmarks. Think charming streets, harbour views and the Sydney skyline. This is a friendly, informal meetup open to all sketching styles and experience levels. Bring your own art materials and any refreshments you’d like to enjoy while you draw. Please remember to wear a hat, sun protection and sensible shoes. We’ll be outdoors for a couple of hours. We can enjoy a tea/coffee afterwards in a nearby cafe if you wish. Most importantly, come ready to connect, create and enjoy the beauty of our harbour surroundings together! We'll meet at Kirribilli Station and walk together to the nearby location. Details to be confirmed soon. By attending this event you agree that you are responsible for your own health, safety and belongings during the session, before and after the event. You understand that this is a group of friends getting together and not organised by a professional tour guide.

#001 - FREE $0, TRIPLE (3x GROUPS), INTERNATIONAL MEETUP EVENT Sydney!!! (link)

(PHOTO: One of our social events in Brisbane) EVENT LINK: [https://www.meetup.com/freesydney/events/313998922/](https://www.meetup.com/freesydney/events/313998922/) INSTAGRAM LINK: @_ _ fun king _ _ you can see some of our current international events in Queensland. INSTAGRAM GROUP CHAT: [https://ig.me/j/AbYZmDJifDcKyuyP/](https://ig.me/j/AbYZmDJifDcKyuyP/) !!!NEW FREE INTERNATIONAL EVENT WEDNESDAY in SYDNEY if you want it!!! In a few months, (not now, let's tell and collect everyone first) we want to give you guys FREE INTERNATIONAL MEETUP in SYDNEY. * Everything is too expensive now, we'll volunteer to help you out. Over 1 year, we can save some money. * Also, you deserve a big fun event in the Sydney city CBD, with drink specials etc. We'll try to make it a bit organised too, some stickers etc. * We want to have a maximum of about 100 people in the pub at any time, please tell all your friends, let's try to help a lot of people, let's help each other!!! * We will start advertising on many places. * Just at the moment, please tell all your friends, and especially the regular members and REGISTER in the LINK BELOW. It's important to tell everyone and register if possible (it's possible to do can do like +1 or +2 people etc.) Let's tell everyone, let's HELP THE COMMUNITY! * We are looking forward to coming to Sydney to help you guys! (Please add everyone to the linked event/group chat)

How PMs Build Better Systems for Planning and Delivery in 2026

We’re excited to bring you a special **ProductTank Sydney and Notion collaboration** this May 🥳 This session explores how product managers are **actually building systems for planning and delivery in 2026** i from roadmaps and priorities to team workflows and day-to-day execution. Product work today is messy. Tools are evolving quickly, expectations are higher, and there’s constant pressure to move fast without losing clarity. At the same time, many teams are shifting away from heavy processes toward lighter, more flexible systems that better reflect how work actually gets done. During this event, you’ll hear **real examples** from product leaders and community members on how they structure their work i what’s working, what’s not, and how they think about trade-offs. You’ll also get a chance to see **real Notion setups used by speakers** in their day-to-day work, including how they organise roadmaps, priorities and workflows in practice. We’ll feature a mix of practical talks and community showcases, along with **a Notion-led walkthrough of workflow automation** for PM use cases, showing how these capabilities are applied within real workflows. Expect actionable takeaways, candid Q&A, and plenty of time to connect with other PMs over food and drinks. ✨ Huge thanks to **Notion** for supporting this event and **Stone & Chalk** for hosting us at their Sydney space! This is a great opportunity to see how product teams are actually working today and walk away with ideas you can apply immediately.

Rock'n'Roll Dance Classes Marrickville - FREE TRIAL

Come dance Rock'n'Roll with us in Marrickville on Tuesday nights!! First class is free to come try! Meet new people, keep active and learn to dance! **All our venues/classes** Monday Marrickville Swing / Lindy Hop Monday Lane Cove Swing / Lindy Hop Tuesday Marrickville Rock'n'Roll Tuesday Baulkham Hills Rock'n'Roll Wednesday Baulkham Hills Swing / Lindy Hop So how do you get started? Just come along! Tell the door person it's your first class for your free trial. You don’t need a partner so coming by yourself is totally fine, you’ll make friends in no time. Key Details • No booking required • Free trial then $23 cash or card at the door (We have pass options available at the venue too) • Location: Sydney Portugal Community Club, 100 Marrickville Road, Marrickville Class Times • 7pm Beginners - Ideal for total beginners or those refining basics. • 8pm Social practice and mingling. • 8.15pm Intermediate For more information visit [www.thejitterbug.club](http://www.thejitterbug.club/) or get in touch with Siobhan 0432 589 099 or email [[dancing@thejitterbug.club](mailto:dancing@thejitterbug.club)]([mailto:dancing@thejitterbug.club](http://mailto:dancing@thejitterbug.club/))

Weekly Coffee Catch Up

**Everyone is welcome!** Whether you’re part of a local community group that’s struggling with admin friction or you’ve just started "vibe coding" and want to build something that actually matters, come grab a coffee. We are currently collating **Bluehex Blocks**—standalone tools that solve real problems today and will eventually dock into our single 1-stop solution for Australian non-profits, charities and communities. We’re all about open doors and high-energy builds—it’s simply a chance to lean in with your skills (or your community insights) and create real impact for the public good.

Building a Startup Unicorn ($1bn) without Hiring Anyone. AI Hype or AI Reality?

**How many people does it take to build a billion-dollar unicorn today? 🤔** With Open Claw being acqui-hired by OpenAI for an "undisclosed" but alleged substantial sum, and Medvi announcing 1bn of sales relying on AI for most activities is the era of the start-up unicorn with no employees a reality or just Hype? For decades, the answer has always looked like an orchestra 🎻 Highly skilled specialists. Coordinated teams. Layers of management. Years of effort to bring everything into alignment. But what if that model is quietly changing? Is the emerging reality of AI-native startups ?🚀 Are we entering an environment where a single founder, equipped with the right tools, can build and operate what once required entire teams? Development. Design. Marketing. Operations. Even decision-making. The “orchestra” is still there… but it’s no longer made up of people in the way it used to be. It's made up of AI-based applications So the question becomes: 👉 Is a solo founder unicorn a genuine possibility… or just hype? At the **Future of AI (Probably…)** meetup, we’re bringing together a great panel (2 currently confirmed) : [Josh Theeuf](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuatheeuf/) \- As a Senior AI Engineer at ATI Group & an entrepreneur\, Josh thrives in the gap between frontier research & business operations\. He focuses on the strategic future of AI adoption while navigating its limitations in scaling AI\-driven ventures [Adrian Whitehead](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-whitehead/) \- With 18 years at Google\, Adrian has experienced firsthand how corporate DNA needs to evolve with change\. He now helps startups & scaleups build stronger leadership teams that adapt effectively to high growth & change\. The panel will explore exactly this, and you can ask them those burning questions on your mind. What’s real today? What’s still fantasy? And what does this mean for how companies are built, funded, operated and sold? Join us as we unpack the future of building a startup unicorn with zero employees👇 as we discover **the Future of AI (probably...)** This is likely to be a very popular event, so make sure you secure your place early as seats will be limited. Thanks to our venue partner UTS startups once again for their ongoing support

🔥Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Meetup (Easy English) @ Sydney 6pm

**👉 🎥** [WATCH EVENT VIDEO](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNak_cu9CXw) **⚠️ IMPORTANT: TONIGHT’S RULES ⚠️** 1. **🎟️ NO TICKET = NO ENTRY** **(If you are on the WAITLIST, you cannot enter tonight.)** 2. **🪑 SIT IF EMPTY** **Please take a seat if you see one to help create more space.** 3. **📧 SHOW SCREEN AT DOOR** **Have your confirmation email/screen ready for Chris & Kev.** **NO WALK-INS. THANK YOU!** **"The perfect Saturday night to meet new friends in a warm, relaxed atmosphere"** **✨** **1,000+ Members** **have joined across Australia** **✨** **Free Entry** **✨ Relaxed & Friendly (Not a loud party, perfect for conversation)** **Why Join Us?** * **First-timers welcome:** **About 70% of people are new every time!** * **Easy to join alone:** **Most people arrive by themselves and leave with new friends.** * **Language friendly:** **Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese & English OK 🧋** **📍** **WHEN & WHERE** **🗓 Every 2 weeks on Saturday** **🕕 6:00pm – 10:00pm** **📍 Harts Pub (The Rocks) Located in the heart of historic Sydney!** **🚶‍♂️ Super Easy Access: - 5 min walk from Circular Quay Station** * **8 min walk from Wynyard Station** * **Easy to drop by after exploring The Rocks!** **💰 Cost: FREE** **👉** **HOW TO JOIN** **Please click "Join" on Meetup OR "Going" on Facebook.** **Follow & DM us on Instagram: @_lounge_asia** **⚠️HOUSE RULES & SAFETY POLICY** **To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, Lounge Asia has a** **ZERO TOLERANCE** **policy for the following behaviors:** * **🚫 No Solicitation:** **Any form of business recruitment, MLM, religious proselytizing, or poaching is** **STRICTLY PROHIBITED**\*\*.\*\* * **🚫 No Harassment:** **Unwanted "pick-up" activities, persistent pestering, or making others feel uncomfortable will not be tolerated.** * **Action:** **Any attendee reported for misconduct will be removed from the event immediately and banned from future events without warning.** * **Report:** **If you feel uncomfortable or see suspicious behavi** **⚠️** **IMPORTANT** **Photo ID Required: Passport or Driver’s License only (Student IDs NOT accepted).** **18+ only: The venue is a licensed bar, and ID checks are required under NSW law.** **🎁** **BECOME A FOUNDING MEMBER (VIP)** **We are building an official app to connect our community safely! Join the VIP list for early access and priority invites to special parties.** **👉 [\[Join the VIP List here\]](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9)** **👥 Your Host:** **🎤** **Chris** **– Your friendly Sydney host, ready to welcome you!** **Lounge Asia Sydney 🌏** **アジア系コミュニティ＆文化好きのための、シドニーで一番フレンドリーな交流会！** **"温かくリラックスした雰囲気で、最高の土曜日を新しい友人と過ごそう"** **✨** **累計1,000人\*\*\*\*以上が参加！** **✨** **入場無料** **✨ 落ち着いた雰囲気（会話を楽しめる空間です）** **【参加のメリット】** * **初参加大歓迎：** **毎回約70%が初めての方なので、すぐ馴染めます！** * **一人参加でも安心：** **ほとんどの方が一人で来場し、新しい友人を作って帰ります。** * **多言語OK：** **日本語、中国語、韓国語、台湾語、英語で交流できます 🧋** **📍** **日時と場所** **🗓 2週間ごとの土曜日開催** **🕕 18:00 – 22:00** **📍 Harts Pub (The Rocks)** **🚶‍♂️ アクセス抜群：** * **Circular Quay駅から徒歩5分** * **Wynyard駅から徒歩8分** **💰 参加費：無料** **👉** **参加方法** **Meetupで "Join" または Facebookで "Going" のどちらかをクリックしてください。** **Instagramをフォロー＆DM：@_lounge_asia** **⚠️【禁止事項】勧誘・営業活動(MLM等)、ナンパ、迷惑行為は一切禁止です。違反者は即刻退場となります。不審な行為はすぐに主催者(Chris / Kev)までお知らせください。** **⚠️** **注意事項** **写真付き身分証が必須：パスポートまたは運転免許証のみ（学生証は不可）。** **18歳以上限定：NSW州法に基づき、会場入り口でIDチェックがあります。** **🎁** **VIPメンバー募集中** **コミュニティ専用アプリを開発中！先行アクセスや特別パーティーの招待を受け取るには、VIPリストに登録してください。** **👉** [VIP登録はこちら](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) **👥 ホスト紹介** **🎤 Chris – シドニーホストのクリスが、皆さんを温かく迎えます！** **Lounge Asia Sydney 🌏** **專為亞洲背景及喜愛亞洲文化的朋友打造，雪梨最溫馨的交流聚會！** **"在溫暖放鬆的氛圍中，與新朋友一起開啟美好的週六夜晚"** **✨ 澳洲已有超過** **1,000名\*\*\*\*成員 加入** **✨** **免費入場** **✨ 輕鬆友善（非常適合聊天交流）** **【為什麼要加入我們？】** * **歡迎新人：** **每次約有70%是新朋友，完全不用擔心！** * **一個人來也OK：** **大多數人都是獨自前往，並帶著新友誼離開。** * **語言無障礙：** **日語、中文、韓語、台語及英語皆可通 🧋** **📍** **時間與地點** **🗓 每兩週一次（週六）** **🕕 18:00 – 22:00** **📍 Harts Pub (The Rocks)** **🚶‍♂️ 交通極便利：** * **步行5分鐘即達 Circular Quay 站** * **步行8分鐘即達 Wynyard 站** **💰 費用：免費** **👉** **如何參加** **請在 Meetup 點選 "Join" 或在 Facebook 點選 "Going"（擇一即可）。** **並追蹤我們的 Instagram 並傳送訊息：@_lounge_asia** **⚠️【嚴禁推銷與騷擾】 禁止任何商業/傳直銷(MLM)招攬及搭訕騷擾行為。違者將被立即請離。如有問題請即時告知主辦人(Chris / Kev)。** **⚠️ 重要事項** **必須攜帶附照片的身分證件：僅限護照或駕照（不接受學生證）。** **年滿18歲：根據NSW法令，進入酒吧需進行證件核對。** **🎁 成為創始VIP成員** **我們正在開發官方專屬App！立即加入VIP名單，獲得優先下載權及未來特別派對的邀請。** **👉** [點此加入VIP名單](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) **👥 主辦人** **🎤 Chris – 我們親切的雪梨主辦人 Chris，期待見到大家！** **Lounge Asia Sydney 🌏** **아시아인들과 아시아 문화를 사랑하는 이들을 위한 시드니 최고의 커뮤니티!** **"따뜻하고 편안한 분위기에서 새로운 친구들과 함께 즐거운 토요일 밤을 보내세요"** **✨** **누적 1,000명** **이상의 멤버가 함께했습니다** **✨** **입장료 무료** **✨ 편안하고 친근한 분위기 (대화를 즐기기에 완벽한 공간)** **【참여해야 하는 이유】** * **첫 참가자 환영:** **매회 참가자의 약 70%가 새로운 분들입니다!** * **혼자 와도 괜찮아요:** **대부분 혼자 오셔서 새로운 친구를 사귀어 갑니다.** * **다양한 언어 지원:** **일본어, 중국어, 한국어, 대만어 및 영어 가능 🧋** **📍 일시 및 장소** **🗓 격주 토요일** **🕕 오후 6:00 – 10:00** **📍 Harts Pub (The Rocks)** **🚶‍♂️ 최고의 접근성:** * **Circular Quay 역 도보 5분** * **Wynyard 역 도보 8분** **💰 비용: 무료** **👉** **참여 방법** **Meetup에서 "Join" 또는 Facebook에서 "Going" 중 하나를 클릭해 주세요.** **그 다음, Instagram 팔로우 후 DM: @_lounge_asia** **⚠️【영업 및 헌팅 금지】 비즈니스/다단계(MLM) 권유 및 불쾌한 헌팅 행위를 엄격히 금지합니다. 위반 시 즉시 퇴장 조치됩니다. 문제 발생 시 호스트(Chris / Kev)에게 알려주세요.** **⚠️ 중요 사항** **사진이 부착된 신분증 필수：여권 또는 운전면허증만 가능 (학생증 불가).** **18세 이상 입장 가능：NSW 법에 따라 신분증 확인이 진행됩니다.** **🎁 창립 VIP 멤버 모집** **우리 커뮤니티만을 위한 공식 앱을 개발 중입니다! VIP 리스트에 등록하고 우선 액세스 권한과 특별 파티 초대장을 받으세요.** **👉** [VIP 리스트 등록하기](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) **👥 호스트 소개** **🎤 Chris – 친절한 시드니 호스트 Chris가 여러분을 반갑게 맞이해 드립니다!** **Lounge Asia Sydney 🌏** **专为亚洲背景及喜爱亚洲文化的朋友打造，悉尼最温馨的交流聚会！** **"在温暖放松的氛围中，与新朋友一起开启美好的周六夜晚"** **✨ 澳洲已有超过** **1,000名\*\*\*\*成员 加入** **✨** **免费入场** **✨ 轻松友善（非常适合聊天交流）** **【为什么要加入我们？】** * **欢迎新人：** **每次约有70%是新朋友，完全不用担心！** * **一个人来也OK：** **大多数人都是独自前往，并带着新友谊离开。** * **语言无障碍：** **日语、中文、韩语、台语及英语皆可通 🧋** **📍** **时间与地点** **🗓 每两周一次（周六）** **🕕 18:00 – 22:00** **📍 Harts Pub (The Rocks)** **🚶‍♂️ 交通极便利：** * **步行5分钟即达 Circular Quay 站** * **步行8分钟即达 Wynyard 站** **💰 费用：免费** **👉** **如何参加** **请在 Meetup 页面点选 "Join" 或在 Facebook 页面点选 "Going"（择一即可）。** **然后关注我们的 Instagram 并发送消息：@_lounge_asia** **⚠️** **重要事项** **必须携带附照片的身份证件：仅限护照或驾照（不接受学生证）。** **年满18岁：根据NSW法令，进入酒吧需进行证件核对。** **🎁** **成为创始VIP成员** **我们正在开发官方专属App！立即加入VIP名单，获得优先下载权及未来特别派对的邀请。** **👉** [点此加入VIP名单](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) **👥 主办人** **🎤 Chris – 我们的悉尼主办人 Chris，期待见到大家！** **Lounge Asia Sydney 🌏** **Cộng đồng thân thiện nhất dành cho người gốc Á và yêu văn hóa Á Đông tại Sydney!** **"Bắt đầu tối Thứ Bảy tuyệt vời với những người bạn mới trong không gian ấm cúng"** **✨ Đã có hơn** **1,000** **thành viên tham gia tại Úc** **✨** **Vào cửa MIỄN PHÍ** **✨ Thoải mái & Thân thiện (Không gian lý tưởng để trò chuyện)** **【Tại sao bạn nên tham gia?】** * **Chào đón người mới:** **Khoảng 70% người tham gia là người mới trong mỗi buổi!** * **Dễ dàng tham gia một mình:** **Hầu hết mọi người đi một mình và kết bạn mới ngay tại đây.** * **Đa ngôn ngữ:** **Tiếng Nhật, Trung, Hàn, Đài Loan & Tiếng Anh đều được hỗ trợ 🧋** **📍** **THỜI GIAN & ĐỊA ĐIỂM** **🗓 Thứ Bảy cách tuần (2 tuần một lần)** **🕕 6:00pm – 10:00pm** **📍 Harts Pub (The Rocks)** **🚶‍♂️ Tiện đường di chuyển:** * **5 phút đi bộ từ Circular Quay Station** * **8 phút đi bộ từ Wynyard Station** **💰 Chi phí: MIỄN PHÍ** **👉** **CÁCH THỨC THAM GIA** **Vui lòng nhấn "Join" trên Meetup HOẶC "Going" trên Facebook.** **Sau đó Follow & DM cho chúng tôi trên Instagram: @_lounge_asia** **⚠️【Cấm Quảng Cáo & Quấy Rối】 Nghiêm cấm bán hàng đa cấp (MLM) và các hành vi quấy rối/tán tỉnh. Người vi phạm sẽ bị mời ra khỏi sự kiện ngay lập tức. Hãy báo cho (Chris / Kev) nếu cần hỗ trợ.** **⚠️** **LƯU Ý QUAN TRỌNG** **Yêu cầu ID có ảnh：Chỉ chấp nhận Hộ chiếu hoặc Bằng lái xe (Không chấp nhận thẻ sinh viên).** **Chỉ dành cho người trên 18 tuổi：Kiểm tra ID là bắt buộc theo luật bang NSW.** **🎁** **TRỞ THÀNH THÀNH VIÊN VIP** **Chúng tôi đang xây dựng ứng dụng chính thức! Hãy tham gia danh sách VIP để được trải nghiệm sớm và nhận lời mời tham gia các bữa tiệc đặc biệt.** **👉**[ Đăng ký danh sách VIP tại đây](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) **👥 Người tổ chức** **🎤 Chris – Người điều hành thân thiện tại Sydney, luôn sẵn sàng chào đón các bạn!** **Lounge Asia Sydney 🌏** **Ang pinaka-friendly na community para sa Asian backgrounds sa Sydney!** **"Perpektong Saturday night para makakilala ng mga bagong kaibigan sa maaliwalas na atmosphere"** **✨ Higit sa** **1,000** **Members na ang sumali sa Australia** **✨** **Free Entry** **✨ Relaxed & Friendly (Perpekto para sa kwentuhan)** **【Bakit dapat kang sumali?】** * **Welcome ang mga first-timers:** **Halos 70% ng mga tao ay bago sa bawat event!** * **Pwedeng-pwedeng pumunta mag-isa:** **Karamihan ay mag-isang pumupunta at nagkakaroon ng mga bagong kaibigan.** * **Language friendly:** **Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese & English OK 🧋** **📍** **KAILAN AT SAAN** **🗓 Tuwing Sabado (Kada dalawang linggo)** **🕕 6:00pm – 10:00pm** **📍 Harts Pub (The Rocks)** **🚶‍♂️ Super Easy Access:** * **5 min walk mula sa Circular Quay Station** * **8 min walk mula sa Wynyard Station** **💰 Cost: FREE** **👉** **PAANO SUMALI** **I-click ang "Join" sa Meetup O ang "Going" sa Facebook.** **Pagkatapos ay i-Follow at i-DM kami sa Instagram: @_lounge_asia** **⚠️** **MAHALAGANG PAALALA** **Photo ID Required：Passport o Driver’s License lang (Hindi tinatanggap ang Student ID).** **18+ lamang：May ID check sa entrance ayon sa batas ng NSW.** **🎁** **MAGING VIP FOUNDING MEMBER** **Gumagawa kami ng official app para sa ating community! Sumali sa VIP list para sa early access at priority invites sa future parties.** **👉** [Sumali sa VIP List dito](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9) **👥 Ang iyong Host** **🎤 Chris – Ang iyong friendly Sydney host na handang tumulong sa inyo!**

TechWalking - Sydney - Networking Event for Tech Professionals

**TechWalking is here to stay in Sydney!** 🌊🚶‍♂️A huge thank you to our co-hosts — Nitta, Ankisha, Akhil, Hima, Vishal, and Francesco — for making it happen! Are you a tech professional looking to network beyond the screen? Join us for a refreshing **#TechWalking** event along the stunning Royal Botanic Garden! It’s the perfect chance to connect with industry peers while getting in some steps! Whether you're in software development, cybersecurity, data science, or any tech-related field, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your network in a relaxed setting. 🌅 **Meeting Point:** Archibald Memorial Fountain, Hyde Park 🏖 **Route:** 4 km walk through the Botanical Garden to the Sydney Opera House 🕙 **Start Time:** 10 AM sharp—don’t be late, or you might have to sprint to catch up! Check out the photos from the last event in Sydney: https://www.meetup.com/it-career-in-australia/photos/35710580/ And video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/H6_-ZET00I8 **Please note:** unfortunately, dogs aren’t allowed in the Botanical Gardens. A bit sad, we know 🐶💔 Looking forward to meeting you all in real life! *** Join the TechWalking group on LinkedIn! [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14477058/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14477058/) Just moved to Australia? Grab your FREE guide to landing your tech job! [https://yanamartens.com/first-tech-job-in-australia/](https://yanamartens.com/first-tech-job-in-australia/) Follow me on LinkedIn for more information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yana-martens/ Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ITCareerinAustralia

Unhurried Conversations - Saturday

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Using LLMs from R: Gemini API, RAG Workflows & RStudio

Join us for a hands-on workshop designed specifically for researchers and students using R that want to leverage AI in their workflows. This workshop will cover the fundamentals of introducing Large Language Model queries into your analysis pipelines. Expect an intensive session as we work through provided **R Scripts** to demonstrate typical AI workflows. Participants will gain a practical understanding of: * **Using local Large Language Models:** Learn about the benefits and considerations of using local models privately for tasks like text summarisation, data generation, and more, all within your R environment. * **Querying cloud-based models with an API:** Access and interact with state-of-the-art (SOTA) LLMs enabling you to tap into advanced AI capabilities for tasks such as sentiment analysis, complex data extraction, and creative text generation, without needing extensive local computing resources. * **AI for Science:** Get hands-on experience using AI in various scientific domain problems with specific examples you can replicate to your workflows. The course will be all hands-on exercises and live coding demonstrations to reinforce your learning and build confidence. Requirements: 1. A Google account to use Colab with R [https://colab.research.google.com/](https://colab.research.google.com/) (or you can use RStudio locally). 2. An API key from [https://aistudio.google.com/apikey](https://aistudio.google.com/apikey) to use web based models. 3. A Kaggle account (you can use your Google credentials) to download AI models [https://www.kaggle.com/](https://www.kaggle.com/) 4. **Familiarity with R is recommended** \- but we will walk through the details\. We encourage you to arrive 10-15 mins early on the day of the event to ensure minimal delays due to the environment setup.