About us
Are you ready to dive into the world of everything from foundational data science to the newest frontiers of AI? This is your hub for connecting with passionate pros, leveling up your skills, and staying ahead of the curve. We’re on a mission to build a stronger, more collaborative data community.
We partner with amazing organizations to bring you dynamic, hands-on events. Think hackathons, deep-dive workshops, and expert-led lectures that go beyond the basics. Our events are all about getting your hands dirty and contributing to the open source community.
This community is for anyone who wants to learn, build, and share, including:
- Data practitioners of all kinds
- Developers who code with data (R, Python, etc.)
- Designers and creators focused on data visualization
- Decision-makers looking for new ways to innovate with open source tools
Ready to get in on the action?
- Lead a talk or workshop by submitting your idea here: https://forms.gle/STEDWxgWBMnLnt8F8
- Lend a hand as a volunteer: https://forms.gle/rJB2k8ZvU7mj1R3c8
- Showcase your startup and get exposure: https://forms.gle/2Z31dmGPe7RTw28B9
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• Get free access to more talks/trainings like this at Ai+ Training platform: https://aiplus.training/
• ODSC blog: https://opendatascience.com/
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• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/open-data-science
• Slack Channel: https://join.slack.com/t/odscaiglobal/shared_invite/zt-3dj97wj4x-C3CwI2AOBfskNIWwRsZCNw
• Code of conduct: https://odsc.ai/west/conference-guide/
Upcoming events
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- Network event
Workshop "AI for Work"
·OnlineOnline103 attendees from 33 groupsPre-Registration is REQUIRED. Joining link -
https://streamyard.com/watch/UfgxUjvUG5Ef# AI for Work: Turning AI Into Your Everyday Work Assistant
October 22 at 1:00 PM ET
45-minute live webinar
AI is already changing how we work, but how do you move beyond simply asking ChatGPT or Claude questions and start using AI to actually get more done?Join Ashleigh Bilodeaux, GTM AI Engineer at Zoom, for a practical session on using AI to streamline everyday work, improve productivity, and build smarter workflows.
Drawing from her experience working with AI in a modern business environment, Ashleigh will share practical ways to bring AI into your day-to-day work — from handling repetitive tasks and organizing information to creating more efficient workflows and getting more value from the AI tools you already use.## WHO SHOULD JOIN?
This session is for anyone who is already experimenting with AI at work and wants to become more effective at using it.
It’s especially useful for:- Product and project managers
- Operations and process leads
- Marketing, sales, and GTM professionals
- Founders and small business teams
- Professionals looking to improve their productivity with AI
- Anyone who wants to use AI more effectively at work without needing to code
No technical background or coding experience is required. Come curious and ready to explore what’s possible.
## WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
In this free, 45-minute session, you’ll learn:
- How to move from simply chatting with AI to actually putting it to work
- Practical AI use cases you can apply to your everyday tasks
- How to identify repetitive work that AI can help streamline
- Ways to build more efficient AI-powered workflows
- Tips for getting more value from the AI tools you already use
- How to start incorporating AI into your work without overcomplicating things
You’ll leave with practical ideas you can apply immediately and a better understanding of how AI can become a useful part of your everyday workflow.
Join us on October 22 and discover new ways to make AI work for you.Stay Connected
- Learn: Free talks and trainings on the Ai+ Training platform.
- Read: The latest in AI research on the ODSC Blog.
- Chat: Join the conversation in our Slack Channel.
- Community: Review our Code of Conduct.
1 attendee from this group - Network event
AI for Work: Build Your Own AI-Powered CRM
·OnlineOnline16 attendees from 33 groupsPre-Registration is REQUIRED. Joining link -https://streamyard.com/watch/ZTUy3awMp3J8
What would it take to build a CRM around the way your team actually works?
Join Sheamus McGovern, Founder of ODSC AI, for a practical walkthrough of an AI-powered CRM that brings together prospect sourcing, company research, qualification, personalized outreach, and follow-ups—with human approval at key stages.
## WHEN
November 19 at 1:00 PM ET
Free live webinar## WHO SHOULD JOIN?
If you already use AI for everyday tasks and want to explore building an application for your team, this session is for you.
It’s especially useful for:- Sales and business development professionals
- Marketing and operations teams
- Product and project managers
- Founders and small business teams
- Anyone interested in turning a recurring business process into an AI-powered application
## WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Using a working CRM, Sheamus will show you how to approach your own build:
- Map your workflow. Identify the steps, decisions, and information your application needs.
- Turn your team’s procedures into reusable AI skills. Give the system clear instructions for tasks you repeat.
- Build in manageable stages. Use an AI coding assistant to develop your application one part at a time.
- Connect your existing tools. Bring the application into the way your team already works.
- Test real scenarios and keep people involved. Add human approval where it matters and document how the system runs.
You’ll leave with a blueprint for your first version, an understanding of the tools involved, and a practical starting point for your own build.
The CRM is the example—the approach can help you tackle other recurring processes across your business, too.## Useful Links
- **odsc.ai**
- Free access to more talks/trainings: Ai+ Training platform
- ODSC Blog: opendatascience.com
- Slack Channel: Join the Community
We're the ultimate builder-first community for data scientists, AI/data engineers, and developers. We’re moving past the pitch decks to bring the real meetup vibes back. This is all about raw live demos, discovering new tools, hacking with AI agents, and getting the inside scoop from the people who actually ship AI. Whether you’re here to watch an agentic workflow layout live, crack open some fresh open-source frameworks, or just here for the pizza, cold beers, and a genuinely good time with real humans, we’ve got your seat saved.
Past events
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