Manchester Databricks User Group

Welcome to the Manchester Databricks Meetup May 2025!

Join us for an exciting evening of Databricks insights, expert sessions, and networking.

Agenda:

17:30- 17:45 Arrival & Networking
Mingle with fellow data enthusiasts and professionals.

17:45 - 18:00 Opening Remarks & Introductions

Get to know your fellow attendees and the organisers.

18:00- 18:35 Luke Thorp | What's new in Databricks, a Data Scientist's Perspective

18:35- 18:55 - Enjoy some delicious pizza and beverages while networking with peers.

18:55 - 19:30 – Sam Capewell | Unlock the Future of Data Science and AI with CAVU and Databricks!

19:30 onwards: Drinks & Networking

Date and Location:
Date: 15th May – 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Venue: Slalom – Floor 15, Bloc, 17 Marble Street, Manchester, M2 3AW

Join us for a fantastic evening of learning and networking at the Manchester Databricks User Group!

Session Details:

18:00- 18:35: Luke Thorp, Solutions Architect, Databricks

Join Luke and dive into the world of Data Science, Machine Learning and Gen AI on Databricks. What's new, what's changing, and what is coming very, very soon. He will touch on Batch Inference using Databricks AI Functions, Agentic AI and what new tools we have on offer, Databricks Apps and how they can help data shine in a different light. We will also cover some of the new shiny things like the AI Builder. Finally, we will discuss upcoming events and where to learn more about Databricks more generally.

18:55 - 19:30 – Sam Capewell, Lead Data Scientist, CAVU

Join Sam for an enlightening session where he will take you on a journey through CAVU's adoption of Databricks. Discover how Databricks Asset Bundles are revolutionising project development, making it scalable and efficient to support complex business processes.

What to Expect:

• In-Depth Overview: Learn how CAVU is integrating Databricks into their workflow.
• Scalable Solutions: Understand the pivotal role of Databricks Asset Bundles in project scalability.
• Current Projects: Get insights into the exciting machine learning projects currently underway at CAVU.
• Future Use Cases: Explore upcoming data science and AI initiatives that will shape the future of CAVU.

Date and Location:

Date: 15th of May 2025 – 5.30pm – 7.30pm

Venue: Slalom – Floor 15, Bloc, 17 Marble Street, Manchester, M2 3AW

Join us for a fantastic evening of learning and networking at the Manchester Databricks User Group!