Accessible language modeling in Python
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Welcome to our next Python Meetup! Whether you're a seasoned developer or just beginning your Python journey, this event is designed to help you dive deeper into the language, meet fellow enthusiasts, and share insights. We’ve lined up an exciting main technical talk that will showcase innovative ideas in Python, followed by lightning talks where community members present quick, interesting projects or tips. It’s a great opportunity to learn, network, and collaborate.
Feel free to grab some refreshments, get comfortable, and get ready for an engaging evening of Python!
Date: 15 April, 2025
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Improving, 10111 Richmond Ave. # 100, Houston, TX 77042
### Welcome and Networking
- Time: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Description: Attendees check in, grab refreshments, and network with fellow Python enthusiasts.
### Opening Remarks
- Time: 6:30 PM – 6:40 PM
- Speaker: Dillon Niederhut
- Description: Brief introduction to the event, agenda rundown, and announcements.
### Main Technical Talk
- Time: 6:40 PM – 7:20 PM
- Title: Accessible language modeling in Python
- Speaker: Dylan Halladay
- Description: The talk details the development of my project "easy-llama" which enables developers to utilize Llama and Llama-like language models in their applications. It describes the challenges I've faced and what I've learned along the way.
- Bio: My name is Dylan Halladay, I'm 22 years old and I love Python. I graduated from the Robert E. Lee STEM Academy in Baytown, TX class of 2021. Currently I'm super interested in language modeling, but I really enjoy working on all sorts of projects at different times.
### Lightning Talks
- Time: 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Description: 5-minute talks on various Python-related topics. Lightning talks are meant to be quick and informal, showcasing small projects, tools, or quick tips. Lightning talk sign-ups are at the event!
- Format: Each speaker has 5 minutes to present, followed by 2 minutes for questions.
