AWS Community Mississauga Meetup – August Edition

Artificial Intelligence Evening with AWS User Group Mississauga

Join us for an inspiring evening focused on Artificial Intelligence, hosted by the AWS User Group Mississauga. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just curious about AI, this event is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with the tech community.

## Speaker 1: Sandeep Giri

Topic: Data Science using #LLMs
We're thrilled to welcome Sandeep Giri to the AWS User Group Mississauga stage! A serial tech #entrepreneur, Sandeep is the founder of CloudxLab, Terno AI, and #tBits Global. With an impressive journey through #Amazon, D. E. Shaw, and #InMobi, he's not just building tech — he's empowering minds.
What you'll learn:

• Leveraging LLMs for advanced data science workflows
• Practical applications of large language models in data analysis
• Real-world case studies from enterprise implementations
• Best practices for integrating LLMs into data pipelines

## 🤖 Speaker 2: Varun Kumar Manik

Topic: Build Your Own AI Assistant - End-to-End Local Implementation
Join Varun Kumar Manik (AWS APN Ambassador | Software Architect @ Amdocs) for a hands-on technical deep dive.
What you'll learn:

• Build your own GenAI LLM locally using Docker
• Explore different LLM models and OLLAMA framework
• Local VM integration techniques
• Deep dive into MCP (Model Context Protocol) ecosystem
• Hands-on MCP implementation

## 🎯 Who Should Attend?

• Data scientists and ML engineers
• Software architects and developers
• AI/ML enthusiasts
• Anyone interested in practical LLM applications
• Tech professionals looking to upskill in AI

## 📅 Event Details

August 26, 2025 🕐 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

## 🎁 What to Expect

• Two comprehensive sessions covering both strategic and hands-on aspects of LLMs
• Networking opportunities with fellow AI practitioners
• Q&A sessions with industry experts
• Practical takeaways you can implement immediately

Free parking for this event