Spark + AI: Ignite the Future 🔥✨
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🎉 Important Registration Info ✨
Registration is required and handled exclusively through Luma Meetup RSVPs are for visibility only and do not reserve a spot.
Register here (required):[ → luma.com/sparkai2026](https://luma.com/sparkai2026)🚀
Join us for a vibrant grass-roots evening with the Apache Spark community! 🔥🚀
Connect with fellow Spark users, data engineers, AI builders, and open-source contributors from the greater Seattle area. Dive into cutting-edge technical talks, a powerful keynote on Spark + AI innovations, real-world best practices, and the latest in the Apache Spark ecosystem.
🚨 Awesome world-class speakers will be announced very soon! Stay tuned 💚 we’re finalizing an incredible lineup for you.
What to expect:
- High-quality technical content
- Real connections with the local Spark & AI community
- Great food, drinks, and swag
- A welcoming, inclusive, and fun atmosphere
In-person event 🥳🌟 Organized by the volunteer-run Seattle Spark + AI group 💚 dedicated to the Apache Spark open-source project and the broader Spark + AI ecosystem. Collaborating with PyLadies Seattle, Seattle WiMLDS, and local tech communities.
Thank you to our generous sponsors for powering this community event with delicious free food, swag, drinks, and venue support! 🎁🍔
Seattle Spark + AI Meetup Event Program 🔥
- 5:00 PM: Registration & Mingling 🍔🤝 Delicious food, Mochi Donuts + surprises! Swag & drinks provided by Databricks 🎁
- 5:30 PM: Welcome & Announcements 🎉 by TBD
- 5:45 PM: Session #1 [Session Title] by TBD
- 6:25 PM: Session #2 [Session Title] by TBD
- 7:15 PM: Keynote ⭐ [Keynote Title] by TBD
- 8:00 PM: Networking & Goodnight! 🥂
Real connections • Open-source energy ✨
Come learn, share, and level up together!
Code of Conduct We follow the Apache Software Foundation Code of Conduct. All attendees are expected to help create a safe and welcoming environment.
Important Notes:
🚨 Venue policy: Strictly no children allowed due to space and safety restrictions.
🚗 Parking options:
- There is paid parking at the building.
- Bellevue Place, Lincoln Square parking and Hyatt Bellevue are complimentary with validation from Bellevue Place and Lincoln Square retail, restaurants and entertainment. After 8:00 p.m. – No validation is necessary.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🔥
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✨ Announcements:
# 🌟 Databricks Data + AI Summit 2026
Hobbyist Discount Code Application [Community Partner]
On behalf of the Databricks, we’re thrilled to celebrate and support the incredible open source community!
We’re excited to offer a limited number of 50% Hobbyist Discount Codes for in-person attendance to passionate hobbyists, students, independent learners, open-source contributors, and community enthusiasts who might otherwise be unable to join us.
To apply for a Hobbyist Discount Code, please fill out this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeroDQsiPr6WV3UZUZ34K_wKAFvRkaJsSCWp2TMTM6t7hN9Hg/viewform?usp=preview
Application Deadline: May 25, 2026 – Midnight (Pacific Time)
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# 🌟 Call for Organizers Seattle Spark + AI Meetup
We’re actively looking for passionate organizers and experts in Apache Spark projects to help run our Seattle Spark + AI Meetup events!
We host world class in person events and are looking for dedicated people to help take them to the next level. Whether you’re a Spark contributor, data engineer with deep production experience, first-time volunteer, or a dedicated community builder this is your chance to help shape the community
Fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfweX36UsUyh-XIHDOKend15ODbYktYzNMWQQBtAa9su1G34g/viewform?usp=preview
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# 🌟 Call for Speakers Seattle Spark + AI
We’re actively looking for speakers for our upcoming Apache Spark events!
Whether you’re a first-time speaker, Spark contributor, or have a great story to share this is your stage
Why You Should Speak
- Share your experience with 80–250 data engineers and Spark enthusiasts
- Gain visibility for your project and spark new collaborations
- Build confidence in a friendly, supportive environment
- Connect with the local Apache Spark community
- Fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmpUWPCPcQWx_z2wW2W34Gag-OcjFJVAnVKbSXrbIAQO1iUg/viewform?usp=preview
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# 🌟 Volunteer Call: Join Us as a Volunteer for Our Open Source Celebrations!
How to sign up:
Fill out the short volunteer form and we'll contact you with all the details.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRzvw0Fnpqf3uPTeb8ptYXS37ojymLa-4riRyPKQ2dIqnDiw/viewform
