OBI Tech Talk: AI Edition by taod

Join us for this month’s OBI Tech Talk featuring Sven Buchholz, Christopher König & Marina Berg from taod Consulting, telling us more about AI, it's current uses and their expectations for the future.

⏰ Event Details:
Doors open: 6:00 PM
6:30 PM – AI Analyst - RAG on SQL-Databases - Christopher König & Marina Berg (toad consulting)
7:15 PM – Post-Hype AI: What Matters Now - Sven Buchholz (toad Consulting)
8:00 PM - Open end discussion, socialising & pizza!

Location: In-Person at OBI, Carlswerk, Cologne
Talks Language: English
Cost: Free (but the knowledge is priceless!)

More about the presentations:

Talk 1:
AI Analyst - RAG on SQL-Databases
During the last 18 months Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) has evolved into a cornerstone of improving and grounding LLM-answers. Most of the time, RAG is associated with querying the web or vector databases to retrieve unstructured data.
In this talk, we'll explore how RAG on SQL databases offers a novel way to interact with structured data. We'll share experiences from developing a real-world AI Analyst that uses a natural language interface to convert queries into precise SQL commands, process the data, and instantly provide actionable insights.

Christopher König is an expert in leveraging AI to make companies smarter, more efficient, and more competitive. Driven by the vision of "Augmented Intelligence"—the synergistic combination of human expertise and artificial intelligence—Christopher is dedicated to empowering organizations to unlock the full potential of modern technologies. His mission: to deploy AI in ways that complement human capabilities and set new benchmarks for efficiency and productivity.

Marina Berg is a data engineer who crafts intelligent data solutions - blending modern data stacks with AI-powered technologies. Her focus is on making clean data accessible across all company levels, empowering teams to unlock the full potential of data-driven decision-making.

Talk 2:
Post-Hype AI: What Matters Now
AI has passed the peak of its hype — and that’s a good thing. In his talk, Sven explores the key trends shaping the AI landscape in 2025 and beyond. From GenAI evolutions to post-hype platform thinking and real-world implementations, the session outlines what companies should focus on now to turn noise into value. Attendees will leave with a clear view of what’s next and how to practically prepare for it—strategically, technically, and culturally. (Sven)

As a Senior AI Consultant at taod.ai, Sven Buchholz supports companies across industries in converting AI ambitions into measurable results — from hands-on implementation of technical use cases and AI platforms to strategic consulting and executive trainings. With a dedicated focus on AI since 2022, Sven combines strategic expertise with a practical understanding of how to drive real business value from AI adoption.

Save the date and join us for a session that will elevate your skills and showcase the core principals behind LLMs and see firsthand how AI can revolutionize your digital everyday life. See you there!

Parking
You can park in front of our main entry (DO NOT PARK NEAR THE E-WERK)
coordinates
Here you can find a photo with a detailed description: Main Entry & Parking
Since some gates around the OBI building are locked in the evening, you can leave through the gate at Teltec Köln, Schanzenstraße 29: coordinates

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