Talks on AI in Education, Career Transformations, and Wellbeing for Developers

Join our group for talks on a range of topics important to software engineers in the Atlanta area! More details forthcoming!

AI in Education
**Speaker: Evan Marie Carr, Co-Founder at DarkViolet.ai**
The intersection of AI and education represents one of the most promising frontiers in technology, offering developers the opportunity to create transformative impact in a field that touches every life. Through the journey of Learn with Lumi, this talk explores how passion for education combined with AI expertise can revolutionize learning experiences. We'll examine how AI technologies - from adaptive learning algorithms to intelligent feedback systems - can break down traditional educational barriers and create truly personalized learning journeys. The presentation will demonstrate how developers can leverage their technical skills to solve real educational challenges, showing how features like real-time personalization and automated assessment aren't just technical achievements, but stepping stones toward a future where quality education is accessible to everyone. For developers seeking to make a meaningful impact, education represents a field where AI innovation can create lasting positive change, transforming not just how we learn, but how we realize human potential.

Bridging The Gap
Speaker: Chris Nowicki, Software Engineering Lead at This Dot
Transitioning into tech is more than just learning to code - it's a journey that challenges both mind and body. While bootcamps and tutorials excel at teaching technical skills, they often overlook crucial elements of career transformation. This talk explores the hidden gaps in traditional tech education and provides practical strategies for maintaining wellbeing while building a sustainable path to your dream tech career. You'll learn key approaches for identifying skill gaps, building support systems, and integrating healthy practices that will serve you throughout your professional journey.
This talk will cover:

• Identifying the gaps

• Building support systems

• Balancing technical growth with mental wellbeing

• Measuring progress without burning out

Fireside Chat
Host: Erik Boemanns, Founder & Chief Technologist at Mirability, LLC