Unleash the Power of AI & LLMs with Twilio & Fixie.ai

TL;DR: This *free* in-person event, hosted by Twilio featuring Fixie.ai, will include:

• A talk from Fixie.ai about building conversational AI with LLMs
• A walkthrough of learning how to create your own ChatGPT-like bot with Twilio
• Networking opportunities with fellow attendees
• Food catered by Buca di Beppo
• How attendees can win AI-related prizes

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AI & LLMs are taking the world by storm and we couldn’t help but be curious about how we could build with it. Twilio has invited Justin Uberti, CTO of [Fixie.ai](https://www.fixie.ai/) & ex-Google Distinguished Engineer, to talk about building conversational AI with LLMs and Fixie.ai.

After which, Anthony Dellavecchia, Developer Evangelist at Twilio, will teach attendees how to build their own ChatGPT-like bot using Twilio.

It’ll be a night of AI and LLM talks, guided community networking opportunities, and complimentary food. We’ll also be sharing how to win AI-related prizes (stay tuned for more info)!

Agenda
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Networking & Food
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Welcome! Open Mic and Speaker Intros
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Building Conversational AI with LLMs and Fixie.ai
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Build your own ChatGPT-like bot with Twilio
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Prize information and Networking

Speakers

• Justin Uberti, CTO at Fixie.ai
  Justin is an ex-Google Distinguished Engineer and the former head of the Stadia, Duo, and Hangouts Video teams at Google, and was one of the inventors of WebRTC
• Anthony Dellavecchia, Developer Evangelist at Twilio
  Anthony teaches thousands of people how to build cool things with code. His goal is to help you build deep experiences and connections with technology so that they stick with you forever.

FAQ

• Where is the event?
  At the Microsoft Reactor Redmond (Microsoft Building 20) in Redmond, Washington.
  3709 157th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052
• Who should attend?
  This meetup is open to anyone interested in learning more about AI and LLMs, from “I have no coding knowledge” beginners to experts.
• Do I need to be a developer to attend?
  Nope! Anyone who is interested in learning more about the power of AI and LLMs is welcome to attend. No coding will be required to attend or participate in this meetup.
• Should I bring my laptop? I.e. will I be able to build along if I want to?
  It’s up to you! We’ll provide you with resources so that you can build during/after the event.
• How do I check in?
  All attendees will need to check in with the Microsoft reception team upon arrival.
  NOTE: please ensure that you have your proof of COVID vaccination readily available when checking in at the reception area.
• Is there onsite parking?
  Yes, there is *free* onsite parking on the Microsoft campus. Check out the locations on Google Maps for Building 16 and Building 25.
• I have a question that’s not addressed here, who do I ask?
  Add it to our Meetup event