YVR AI - Knowing your (AI) Tools | Burnaby & Tricities

With a massive interest in a Burnaby/Tricities kickoff event, we confirmed the room for our second event. Note that we're meeting on a TUESDAY this month.

AI never sleeps and every day we hear a different platform rising up to take the top spot. We started with ChatGPT and now we have many other platforms. The question is how do we know which one is better for which tasks?

Just as how one would not hammer nails with an electric drill, certain platforms are better for images, coding or general learning. using the right ones will save you from burning up your token too quickly.

Our second event will be a chance to look at the strengths of each platform. We hope to get an expert/power user of different platforms to give a quick rundown on the strengths and limitations of each platform. From OpenAI to Gemni, Claude, Grok and a couple others, each has their strengths and limitations.

**DM Ed if you are an avid user of one or more of the platforms if you want to share**

We will finalize the topic/platforms early October based on the topics from the kickoff meeting.

YVR AI is a no-frills, high-value meetup focused on practical insights, real-world applications, and genuine community connection. This is where you come to learn, connect, and build, without the fuss.

What We'll Do:
Forget the fluff; we're focused on delivering actionable knowledge and fostering meaningful conversations.

• Show and tell: Bring your vibe code projects and show us what you've built.
• Knowledge exchange: Learn from people who use AI on a daily basis, shortcuts and best practices to take AI beyond just a glorified search engine.
• In-Depth Q&A: Your chance to ask the tough questions and get real answers from an industry expert.
• Community Networking: Meet and connect with fellow founders, developers, marketers, and AI enthusiasts from your local community. No pressure, just good conversation.

Who Should Join:

• Startup founders and entrepreneurs looking to integrate AI into their business.
• Developers, engineers, and data scientists curious about practical AI applications.
• Marketers, designers, and other professionals who want to understand how AI will impact their work.
• Anyone living or working in Burnaby, Coquitlam, Port Moody, or Port Coquitlam who is passionate about technology and innovation!

Important to Know:

• Date: Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
• Time: 5:45 PM to 7:45 PM
• Location: Burnaby Public Library - Metrotown Branch
• What to Bring: Just your curiosity and a willingness to connect with others.

Schedule:
5:45 - Doors open & networking
6:00 - Start & Vision
6:15 - Main topic
7:00 - Show & Tell (DM Ed & bring your laptop if you have a project to show)
7:15 - Future topics
7:30 - it's a wrap!

We believe the future of AI is being built everywhere, not just in downtown Vancouver. We can't wait to grow the Burnaby/Tricities community with you. Grab your spot now and be part of building our local AI ecosystem from the ground up!