In-person! Mini-golf, Spiking Neural Networks and Future of ML Hardware

We're so excited to have our first in-person DAML event after a couple years!

Come to Flatstick pub (pioneer square location) to attend the talk, network with industry professionals, eat some tacos, and potentially play a round of mini-golf.

A huge shoutout to Intel for sponsoring!!!

About the talk:
Neuromorphic computing is seen as the next step into mimicking human cognition, extending beyond basic sense and perception of ML systems. Deep learning training and inference is "brittle" due to its dependence on literal, deterministic views.

This talk introduces concepts emerging in neuromorphic computing, including Spiking Neural Networks (SNNs) and brain-inspired silicon optimized for SNNs including Intel's own Loihi chip.

Finally, get a preview of next generation GPUs and ASICs for deep learning.

About the Speaker:
Justin Long is both an active technologist and renewable energy investor. Justin has spent nearly two decades in software development in distributed computing and machine learning. Today Justin works at Intel focused on Cloud Technology, Architecture, Sales, and Advocacy. https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinlongfellow/

Event Agenda:
6:00pm - Arriving and networking time
6:30pm - Presentation / Talk will begin
7:45pm - Open social and mini golf
9:00pm - Event Ending

The Venue:
Flatstick Pub Pioneer Square
This venue is 21+ only
240 Second Ave. S
Seattle, WA 98104

Parking: The venue has a parking lot, but there is street parking as well as a pay lot right across the street from the main entrance.

The location is also pretty close to street car, bus, and light rail stops.

We can't wait to see people in-person again!