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Build with AI 2026: Agentic Hackathon PART 1
Build with AI 2026: Agentic Hackathon
📢 Important Participation Rule
⚠️ Hybrid Speakers, In-Person Builders:
While our expert speakers may join both online and in-person, this hackathon is an In-Person Only experience for participants. To form a team, build your agent, and qualify for the final prizes, you must be physically present at the venue in Ahlen. Let's build the future together, face-to-face! 🤝
About Build with AI Hackathon
Build with AI 2026 is here!
This is a community-led, hands-on hackathon where developers of all levels acquire and apply skills to prototype, build, and deploy applications using the latest Google AI technologies: Gemini 3, Vertex AI, AI Studio, and Antigravity.
Our hackathon is a two-week intensive sprint focused on AI Agents and the ADK (Agent Development Kit).
Participants are actively engaged in rapid problem-solving, moving from initial ideation to a functional, tangible prototype.
Goal:
Transform an idea into a working solution using Google’s AI ecosystem to solve real-world challenges.
Hackathon Schedule & Format
The event is structured into two Saturday sessions to allow for deep building and technical excellence:
Part 1: Ignition & Agent Construction (First Saturday)
Introductory Session: Direct deep dive into Gemini 3 and the Antigravity IDE.
Tools Exploration: Hands-on setup of the ADK (Agent Development Kit).
Team Building: Finalizing teams and brainstorming agentic workflows.
Building Phase: Immediate start on prototypes with direct support from mentors.
Mid-Week: Development Sprint
Continuous building and remote collaboration.
Access to Google Cloud resources and community technical channels.
Part 2: Final Sprint & Pitch Day (Second Saturday)
Project Finishing: Final technical polish, debugging, and deployment.
Live Presentations: Teams showcase their functional agents and "Skills" to the community.
Judging & Awards: Evaluation by industry experts followed by the Gift Giving ceremony and exclusive Google AI swag.
Participant Resources
Cloud Resources: Claim your Cloud OnRamp credits to use Google Cloud Platform at no cost during the event.
Official Recognition: All participants receive the Build with AI 2026 Attendee Badge on their Google Developer Program profile.
Expert Guidance: Work directly with trainers and experts to master agent creation.
Part 1 : Build with AI 2026: Agentic Hackathon
Part 2 : Build with AI 2026: Agentic Hackathon
🎁 Exclusive Rewards
To celebrate your progress, we have special Google AI Swag for the top performers:
👕 Limited Edition T-shirt
🎒 Premium Bag
Prizes will be awarded during the Final Ceremony in Part 2!
#BuildWithAI
This is a hybrid event. Join the event virtually at https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-ahlen-presents-build-with-ai-2026-agentic-hackathon-part-1-2026-02-21/
or in person at
Initiative Bürgerzentrum Schuhfabrik e.V. - 7 Königstraße Ahlen, 59227
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Agenda
3:00 PM: 👋 Check-in & Welcome
Registration and informal greeting of participants.
3:30 PM: 🎤 Keynote: The Era of Agents
Intro to Gemini 3, Vertex AI, and the vision of Antigravity.
4:00 PM: 🛠️ Tech Deep Dive: ADK
Presentation on the Agent Development Kit and AI Studio workflows.
4:30 PM: 💻 Workshop: Hands-on Setup
Live coding: Setting up the environment and deploying a basic "Hello World" agent.
5:30 PM: 💡Idea Pitching
Open mic: Anyone with an idea shares it in 60 seconds to attract teammates.
6:00 PM: 🤝 Team Formation
Creating teams, assigning roles, and initial brainstorming of the agentic workflow.
6:15 PM: 🍕 Networking & Kick-off
Teams start their project outlines. Mentors provide feedback on feasibility.
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Hosted By
Chidera Onuma,
Hassan Adams,
GDG Organizer passionate about building inclusive developer communities and helping people grow through technology. Data analyst with a focus on business analysis and business intelligence. Background in mobile development, mathematics, statistics, and computer science, with a strong interest in startups and real-world problem solving. Startup founder and current Business Informatics student at Fachhochschule Südwestfalen. I enjoy connecting people, sharing knowledge, and supporting developers at every stage of their journey.
Suzan Aydın, Subsidies Management (Working Student)
Background in information security, AI governance, and technology risk, with a strong interest in how AI systems are built, deployed, and governed in practice.
Passionate about responsible AI, secure-by-design systems, and bridging the gap between engineering, regulation, and real-world use cases.
Denys Doroshev, GDG Organizer
I'm a Product Manager and Organizer for Google Developers Group (GDG) Ahlen, where I work to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth within the developer community.
In my professional career, I serve as a Senior Regional Sales Manager at Metal Work Pneumatic, focusing on B2B sales in industries like metallurgy, machine building, and agriculture across Ukraine. I also work as a Technical Director at Bray International, Inc., where I specialize in system integration and providing engineering solutions for large enterprises.
With over a decade of experience in technical management and sales, I am passionate about connecting people, ideas, and businesses to drive impactful change in the tech and industrial sectors.
Adewumi Saheed Adewale, GDG Organizer
Anna Muzykina, GDG Organizer
Passionate Flutter Developer & AI Engineer \| Google Developers Group Ahlen Organizer \| Flutter Ahlen Organizer \| Women Techmakers Ambassador \| Quantum Computing & ML Explorer \| Mentor at Groundbreaker \| Community Builder
Passionate about empowering women in tech through community building, mentorship, and knowledge sharing. I’m a skilled Flutter developer with a strong foundation in Dart, Firebase, and AI ecosystems, and I’m proficient in cross-platform development using frameworks like Flutter and React. Currently, I’m exploring the potential of AI and ML, with a focus on Vertex AI and Gemini, to bring innovative solutions to mobile app development. Known for my ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and consistently deliver high-quality results, I thrive in collaborative environments and approach each challenge with a growth-oriented mindset.
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-ahlen-presents-build-with-ai-2026-agentic-hackathon-part-1-2026-02-21/.
Loose Florals in a Vase - Watercolour Painting Workshop
Dear Art Lovers,
February is a floral month - a time to celebrate softness, colour, and new creative energy.
Join me for a watercolour painting workshop focused on painting **loose florals in a vase** using the **wet-on-wet technique**. We’ll explore how flowing pigments, layered washes, and gentle movement can bring expressive blooms to life, all in the calm and cozy setting of my studio.
As always, these watercolor workshops are designed for **small groups**, allowing plenty of individual guidance, shared inspiration, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. You’ll leave with your own finished artwork, new techniques, and a refreshed creative spirit.
Whether you’re new to watercolor or already comfortable with the medium, this workshop is open to all skill levels.
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🌼 **Watercolour Workshop - Loose Florals in a Vase**
📅 **Saturday, February 21**
⏰ **11:00 am – 2:00 pm**
💶 **€75**
**All artist grade materials included**
✨ **Early Bird**
Two tickets get **33% off**
Discount code: **SAVE15** (valid until tomorrow)
🎟 **Book here:**
[https://eventix.shop/jwj79yxy](https://eventix.shop/jwj79yxy)
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**All materials included**
Tea, coffee & light snacks
Small group (max 5)
Free street parking
🌸 More floral workshops coming this February —
follow along on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/rangartbypooja/
Artist Profile
[https://www.instagram.com/poojavermastudio/](https://www.instagram.com/poojavermastudio/)
📲 Join my WhatsApp channel for early bird access:
[https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCi44QHFxP64fZB1R1s](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbCi44QHFxP64fZB1R1s)
I can’t wait to paint flowers with you this February 🤍
Warmly,
**Pooja**
🐺🛕 Pyramid of Austerlitz Loop via Groote Heidestein (20 km)
We’re heading into the heart of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug for a beautiful loop hike starting and ending at station Driebergen Zeist.
From the station we quickly enter the wide open heather fields of Groote Heidestein, with heather fields, sandy paths, and a wonderfull spacious feeling. We follow these open landscapes all the way to the forests surrounding the Pyramid of Austerlitz.
After about 10 kilometers we take a well deserved break at the pyramid. You can grab a snack or drink there, or enjoy your own packed lunch. This is the area where the famous wolf Bram once roamed and made the news. The situation has since settled, so the coast is clear again, but it adds a touch of wild history to the landscape.
From here we loop back towards Driebergen Zeist through landgoed Heidestein. This section is full of surprises, including narrow passages and small tunnels that make the walk feel playful and slightly adventurous.
We finish back at station Driebergen Zeist, completing a varied and scenic hike through one of the most beautiful parts of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug.
**📍When and where to meet?**
We’ll meet at 10h30 under the tracks of train station Driebergen Zeist.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/JdRccArNqxzvFb6U8
⏰ We **start walking a few minutes after meeting up** — we don’t wait for latecomers, as the forest calls and daylight is short this time of year.
**🚗 Coming by car?**
You can park here but please also do your own research: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WSMa4XaaP7U5awwf8
**⏸️ Planned Breaks**
After 10 km: Lunch break at Pyramid of Austerlitz (bring snacks!)
After 15 km: Break at cafe for drinks and snacks
**💸 Payment**
Please pay as soon as you sign up: To keep things fair for everyone, if we don’t receive your payment within 48 hours, we will need to remove you from the participant list. If there’s a waiting list, this will happen sooner (in less than 48 hours). If that happens, no worries — you’re always welcome to sign up again if there’s space.
🌟 Early Bird Deal! Join now for just €4 — available for 3 days (72h). After that, the price will be €5.
The event is full, so the payment link has been removed.
**👟 Good to know**
* Refund policy: Cancellations are fully refundable up to 1 week before the event (This is Friday 13 January at 23h59). After this period, the fee becomes non-refundable.
* Hike difficulty: Our hikes are moderately challenging. Please only join if you’re confident you can keep up with the group’s pace (5 km/ h)— it’s more fun for everyone when we can walk together without long waits.
* If the pace is too challenging: We may kindly suggest you continue at your own pace. We’ll give you clear directions to the nearest bus or train so you can return comfortably.
* At your own risk: You participate at your own risk, so please make sure you have appropriate insurance coverage for outdoor activities.
* Payment note: With Tikkie we only see initials (e.g., J. Doe instead of John Doe). Please include your Meetup name in the payment note so we can match it easily.
* Friends joining: If you bring a friend, make sure they also register and pay.
* What to bring: Snacks, lunch, and water/ or hot thee/ coffee.
* Stay connected: Join our WhatsApp group to be the first to hear about future hikes — ask for the QR code during the hike.
* T-shirts: Fairwear-certified organic cotton, eco-friendly inks — €25. Sustainable, odor-resistant, and perfect for hiking. Let us know your size and we’ll bring one for you.
February Board Gaming Meetup
Whether you are a veteran board gamer, or it is your first time playing board games, time to roll some dice, play some cards and flip the table!!! :P
You can bring your own games and/or play those brought by others.
Also, plenty of games to be chosen from Het Lab to be played.
No need to know the rules to a game beforehand. Usually people are happy to explain the rules.
Feel free to drop a comment in the event's comments section to look for players for a specific game.
\- You can bring your own food or have it delivered. There are plenty of restaurants and food venues are around Het Lab. You can buy soft drinks at Het Lab.
\- As usual\, voluntary contribution of 3 Eur per person is more than welcome to pay for the costs of the venue
\- All participants get 10% discount on all games purchases on the day of the Meetup
Hope to see you all there, happy gaming in the meantime!
[PHYSICAL] Coffee, Code and Chat
Let us meet, have a coffee and code together, or just discuss :)!
This Meetup is everyone that considers himself "Techie", in the broad sense and wants to socialize :).
Join us and chat, ask your questions, or work on your own projects. The choice is yours! There is no agenda, this is simply a gathering of interested folks :).
We're meeting at Lebkov right inside the Utrecht Centraal station. We're typically sitting at the large table. Search for the folks with the laptops in the back!
You are very welcome to join whether you are an experienced developer, or simply interested and want to chat!
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Hike Amerongse Berg (16.3 km)
Join us for a beautiful hike on the Amerongse Berg
* We **start at 12:00:** P+R Veenendaal West
Dichterslaan, 3906 EN Veenendaal
https://maps.app.goo.gl/VVjPTE2c6HsmLqQi6
* Length: \~16 km (4 - 5 hr hiking)
* What to bring: lunch, water, snack.
* For whom: As always, sporty folks that like to combine social event with being active in nature.
**Getting there by Train:**
* To train station: Veenendaal West
https://maps.app.goo.gl/H7LyWsb8KRdenzWT6
**Getting there by Car:**
* Free car parking at P+R Veenendaal West
Dichterslaan, 3906 EN Veenendaal
https://maps.app.goo.gl/VVjPTE2c6HsmLqQi6
**Note:**
* Please **pay a small fee (3 euro)** to help us cover the (increased) yearly Meetup contribution of 240 euro. We'll ask you to pay before the start of the hike (can be on the day itself). No refunds, but in the unlikely event that hike would be cancelled and you already paid, you don't need to pay for your next hike. Thank you so much! Use the **safe link** here: https://betaalverzoek.rabobank.nl/betaalverzoek/?id=vezo1ouZS0yORJXINF58jA
* Keep in mind that the hike can be canceled when the weather is very bad (**always check the event before you go**).
* If you RSVP 'yes' we expect you to show-up. Please do not cancel less than 24 hours before the hike. **No-shows** will lead to your removal from the group. Thanks for the understanding.
* By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organizers from any responsibility and liability in all claims. As the participation is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves.
Painting & Drawing Cafe in Amersfoort ( For Expats and English Speakers )
## 🎨**Activity for EXPATS & English Speakers** ☕
Are you an art enthusiast living in or around **Amersfoort, Hilversum, Utrecht, Nieuwegein, IJsseltein, De Bilt and the rest of cities of the Utrecht's province** who love painting or drawing? Maybe you've felt the joy of creating but struggled to find others who share your passion and speak **ENGLISH**? **You're not alone! 😉**
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## 🖌️**About this event**
You will meet other Art Lovers like you to Draw, Paint and have some drinks Together ! Our events are not just about sketching or creating art—they’re about building connections. Every two weeks, we meet at a café to have a relaxing time drawing a painting.
Please keep on mind that **ENGLISH i**s the official language we will use to integrate everyone in our conversations.
⭕⭕⭕➡️ **IMPORTANT ⬅️** ⭕⭕⭕⭕
### 👩🏻🎨**Book formally your Seat 🪑via [WHATSAPP](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)**
**If you want to confirm officially your attendance and separate your seat🪑. Book your seat in meet-up, and contact us via [WHATSAPP HERE](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f) to receive more information on the address of our activities.**
**Thanks a lot for your understanding!** 💐🥰
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### 👩🏻🎨**How Does It Work?**
This event is simple, this initiative takes 2 Hours. Most of the participants use pencils, water pencils or watercolours. Main aim is to socialize while we draw. There will be plenty of time to talk and get to know each other. We have to mention that this event is suitable for all levels. Many have started to draw in our event actually.
Also it is very important that you **[JOIN US AT OUR WHATSAPP COMMUNITY](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f),** to stay up to date on our upcoming events and participate in our Drawing and Painting Contests!
**👉: [https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f](https://bit.ly/3BXXE0f)** 🍀
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### ☕**Where?**
We will meet in different cafes mainly in the *center of Amersfoort ( and some occasions in other cities around)*. I will inform you of the exact place some days in advance this event. The place will depend on the number of attendees.
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### **🎟️ What is included?**
🟢 **2 HOURS TO HAVE FUN!**
🟢 **15 mins warming-up creative activity and paper material**🖌️🎨
🟢 New friendships and **conversations in ENGLISH** in a relaxed atmosphere
🟢 **Souvenir picture** with you and the rest of Art Lovers 📷
🟢 Exclusive **access to our Art Lovers Community** on which you will receive:
***\~\~\~ Drawing challenges,***
***\~\~\~ Training content,***
***\~\~\~ FREE Entries only to members***
***\~\~\~ Drawing Competitions***
🟢 Time to **create alongside fellow artists and amateurs**
🟢 The freedom to **work at your own pace** 💃🕺🎈
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### 🖼️**Art Materials?**
Bring your own practical art materials to be adaptable to sketch on a coffee table. Like your sketchbook, pencils, watercolor, markets, pencils, your Tablet..etc
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## **See you to Paint, Draw, and drink together!🌟☕🍷🍪🍰**
Bootcamp for all levels and for free
We are doing a 1 hour bootcamp with warmup and cooling down. Suitable for all levels and for free! Join to have a workout and meet new people!
Sunday Afternoon Comedy at Kartoffel
**Meetup & Mad Cow Comedy Show (please purchase a ticket in advance for the show [here](https://shop.weeztix.com/7644a480-d5a7-4264-a27a-ed697bb17fc9/events?shop_code=3qjd24qv))**
🎟️ TICKETS: https://bit.ly/Expats_Utr_Comedy
🕒 Show starts at 15:00 \| Doors open at 14:00
🍺🥨 Grab a drink or snack from Kartoffel’s tasty menu
**From 14:00 – Join the Meetup!**
Before the show kicks off, come by early for our pre-show Meetup from 14:00. It's a relaxed and friendly way to meet other internationals living in Utrecht, especially if you're new in town or just looking to connect. Our lovely host **Gisele** will be there to welcome you and introduce you to a few friendly faces. Whether you come solo or with friends, you're guaranteed a warm vibe and some easy laughs before the comedy even starts! 🐮
**From 15:00 - The Show!**
Mad Cow Comedy hosts an afternoon of stand-up comedy performed by various international acts, all performing in English. Utrecht-based comedian, Rachel Morton-Young, introduces a different mix of comedians every 2 weeks, so no two shows are ever the same.
**Kartoffel:**
Our show now takes place in the Biergarten at Kartoffel, a German-themed restaurant along the historic Oudegracht (only a 10 minutes walk from Utrecht Central Station). The venue has great, affordable food, so considering coming early for lunch, or staying for a bite after the show.
🐮 **Hosted by Rachel Morton-Young**
Rachel brings the energy, warmth and cheeky charm Mad Cow Comedy is known for. She’s a British comic living in Utrecht and the mastermind behind these monthly mayhem-filled shows.
**Line-ups:**
**22nd February 2026**
✨ **Jens Rabiega** – German/South African family chaos & fatherhood stories
✨ **Kendra Borgen** – smart, sharp and effortlessly funny
✨ **Andréa van der Meel** – viral Duolingo comic with high-energy culture-clash storytelling
✨ **Habib Siam** – charismatic, fast-paced and closing the show in style
**Upcoming Dates:**
* 22nd February 2026
* 8th March 2026
* 22nd March 2026
* 5th April 2026
* 19th April 2026
* 3rd May 2026
* 17th May 2026 (Season finale!)
**What Customers Say about Mad Cow Comedy (from Tripadvisor):**
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\*"The highlight of my visit to Utrecht!! I had tears laughing, the absolute perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Very professional show, lovely community vibe, cosy venue and fab food and drinks."\*
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\*"Great mix of comedians. Rachel the host is energetic and brings a different mix of stand up acts every two weeks. I have been a few times now and it's always a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon."\*
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\*"Amazing line up of comedians. A fun afternoon. The best 3 hrs full of laughter. Great line, witty people, well organised"\*
🐮 See you there?
Coffee Social Utrecht: Make New Friends
⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
**Join the Utrecht** **Coffee Club and make new friends!**
Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over coffee. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit.
👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:**
[https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/)
We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan.
**Why this works:**
**\* Smaller groups make real conversations easier.**
**\* Discover new cafes in your city, together.**
**\* Curated cafes with good coffee and vibe.**
**\* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards.**
**Note:**
RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder.
This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
Hiking excursion Amerongen Berg & Long Oak - Utrecht
Hi everyone! For those who want to enjoy nature, trips/excursions, and generally a more outdoors setting, let’s get together for a hiking excursion! The plan is to meet at Utrecht Central (and/or a train station that is closest to our hiking area), and then we begin our hiking route.
For first-timers (or as a helpful reminder 😉), I recommend that you wear a comfy outfit & shoes and bring water & a snack or two. At some point during the excursion, we can do a break in-between to rest and eat/drink for a while.
Depending on the time & weather, and whether people are up for it, there’s always the possibility of follow-up drinks later that day.
More info about the route/location:
https://www.komoot.com/smarttour/e1221448086?ref=atd
The route is 17ish km long, it starts in Veenedal train station, and ends in Marn station. Dogs should be allowed but since it's the first time we take this trip it's not a guarantee
More tips on finding the group along with helpful contact info with the host will follow in the comments the day before the meetup.
To those interested, hope to see you there! 😄
In case of bad (NL) weather, the event might be moved to another day.
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Industry Tech Talk + Q&A
Excited to share that AWS Cloud Club's first meeting will take place on Thursday, February 26th at 5pm - 6pm!
We’re collaborating with [Big Data & Analytics Association](https://www.linkedin.com/company/big-data-analytics-association/) to host [Alok Jha](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alok-jha-42abb928/), Head of Product Management for AWS Intelligent Application Protection at Amazon Web Services, for a tech talk + Q&A on his journey in leading cutting-edge innovation in industry.
If you’re interested in cloud, cybersecurity, AI, or product management, this is a session you won’t want to miss.
Make sure to join our Meetup and GroupMe to stay up to date for future events and collabs!
Columbus HUG February
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/
Level Up Your AI Game with Google Gemini ! ⚡
Google is leading the AI revolution—don't miss your chance to stay ahead of the curve. Join GDG Cloud Indy for an immersive session where we bridge the gap between AI experimentation and enterprise production.
We are thrilled to feature two expert-led deep dives into the Google AI ecosystem, designed for Cloud Architects, Developers, and AI enthusiasts alike.
**The Lineup:**
**11:00 AM \|** **Getting Started with Google Gemini**
Speaker: Vaidehi S. Tripathi\*\*,\*\* Cloud Advisor, GDE, GDG Organizer (Cloud Indy)
Focus: A walk-through of Gemini and multimodal models to boost daily productivity.
**11:30 AM \|** **Google AI Studio vs. Vertex AI: The Path to GenAI**
Speaker: Olga Scrivner, PhD, Google Cloud & GenAI Leader, WTM Ambassador, IEEE Humanitarian Tech Chair (Indy)
Focus: Navigating the journey from rapid prototyping in AI Studio to production-ready deployments in Vertex AI.
**The Perks:**
🎁 Exclusive GDG Swag for attendees!
🍕 Pizza & Soft Drinks (for in-person guests).
🤝 Networking & Q&A with local industry leaders.
**Meeting Link:**
meet.google.com/wia-ygtn-fmc
Also, Check our Meetup page at https://www.meetup.com/gdgcloudindy/
See you there!
This is a hybrid event.
Join the event virtually at: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cloud-indy-presents-level-up-your-ai-game-with-google-gemini/
or in person at:
Zionsville Town Hall - 1100 West Oak Street Zionsville, 46077
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**About the Speakers :**
**Olga Scrivner -** PhD\*\*,\*\* a certified Google Cloud and GenAI Leader, IEEE Humanitarian Technologies Chair (Central Indiana), and Women Tech Makers Ambassador
In this talk, we’ll walk through Google’s primary generative AI platforms: **Google AI Studio** and **Vertex AI**. We’ll explore what each tool is designed for and how developers typically begin their journey with Google’s AI ecosystem. Using **Google AI Studio**, we’ll demonstrate how you can experiment with Google’s **Gemini models** to create and test ideas, from text generation to image and video creation. We’ll also discuss how these early experiments can later connect to **Vertex AI** for production use cases.
**Vaidehi Tripathi** \- Elevance Health \(Cloud Advisor\)
Founder and Organizer GDG Cloud Indy. Google Developer Expert-GDE.
Vaidehi is a Cloud Advisor at Elevance Health (Formally Anthem) and before that worked as Solution Architecture Manager in Accenture focused on designing solution based on Google Cloud Platform.
Vaidehi is a Google certified Architect, Data, Network, Security, Developer, DevOps and Machine Learning Engineer.
**Hosted By :**
Vaidehi Tripathi, GDG Organizer
Complete your event RSVP here: https://gdg.community.dev/events/details/google-gdg-cloud-indy-presents-level-up-your-ai-game-with-google-gemini/.
Building Agents with Microsoft Foundry
We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.
CMG Gives Back - March: Serve Brunch at FAITH MISSION GRANT KITCHEN!
Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! For this event, we’ll help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents, wash dishes and clean surfaces at Fath Mission – Grant Kitchen. We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event:
FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. Our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces.
PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:15am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.
LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1, indicated in the attached map. On-site and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details:
\* LSS Volunteer Guidelines: Uploaded to photos.
\* Parking Map Info: Uploaded to photos.
\* LSS Faith Mission Orientation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp46_6ay6iA
\* Link with Additional Details / Info: https://lss.vomo.org/opportunity/faith-mission-grant-kitchen-2025
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing the all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With very few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve.
THANK YOU: This CMG Gives Back event provides an opportunity for YOU to get involved in helping others! Benefits go well beyond the help we give to others. Volunteering provides a wide range of personal benefits, including positive effects on mental and physical health, reduced stress/depression/anxiety, increased happiness and improved purpose, life-satisfaction and personal well-being! Plus, the opportunity to get involved, connect with others and help those in need.
PARTNER AGENCY: This event is hosted by Lutheran Social Services (LSS), which serves thousands of people in need each day in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety and healing. LSS offers food through the LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
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