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SUMMARY:Reproducible Reports and Presentations with Quarto
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\nDetails\n\n\nOur July Meetup will be a remote gathering; the Zoom link will be posted the week before the event. \nWe all have analyzed data and created visualizations for a report the time-consuming and error-prone way. Likely we’ve also had to present that content with a slide deck. After all that painstaking labor and formatting\, have you ever had to re-create the report and slides after an update to the data? Or maybe\, you’ve had to generate variations of these materials for different audiences or subsets of the data? \nUse Quarto to improve your efficiency\, reproducibility\, and sanity by streamlining the process of generating reports and slides. Learn how to reuse content and code\, use parameters for different variations\, and consistently style your publications. \n\nSpeaker\n\n\n\n\nJadey Ryan\n\nJadey is a data scientist at the Natural Resources and Agricultural Sciences section of the WA Dept. of Agriculture. She is an R enthusiast obsessed with efficiently creating beautiful data products and decision-support tools\, especially with Quarto. Away from the computer\, catch her trying new foods with her husband\, snuggling with her three cats\, or taking leisurely strolls in the great outdoors. Learn more at jadeyryan.com.
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SUMMARY:Discussion - Topic: AWS Control Tower
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nThis week’s topic: AWS Control Tower \nAs described in Thoughtworks Technology Radar Vol. #29. \nMulti-team account management is a challenge in AWS\, especially in setup and governance. AWS Control Tower addresses this challenge by simplifying setup and automating governance; it addresses regulatory requirements with guardrails. AWS Control Tower has a built-in Account Factory that helps automate the account provisioning workflow. Among other things\, you can update\, unmanage and close accounts that you create and provision through Account Factory. Due to its lack of automation and customization\, Amazon introduced AWS Control Tower Account Factory for Terraform (AFT). AFT allows you to provision customizations to send webhooks or take specific actions that allow for the integration with other tools to kick off jobs as part of the account creation process. One of the use cases leveraged by our team was to manage a set of out-of-the box items for accounts that were set and-forget configurations for baselining and creating access for roles for GitHub Actions. This resulted in providing developers with an account that’s security baselined with a fully integrated VPC\, ready to receive workload via GitHub Actions. Our teams have reported great results using AWS Control Tower to manage accounts\, as a single access control for multiple teams\, and with leveraging AFT in their workloads. \nZoom link will be added about 10 min before the event starts. \nDiscussion Resources : \nArticle and video resources used to drive the discussion will be added soon after the previous week’s meetup.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/discussion-topic-aws-control-tower/
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SUMMARY:Data-First GraphQL
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nThere is a debate in the GraphQL community between “schema-first” and “code-first” development. Yet\, there is a third way: data-first GraphQL APIs. This is where principles and pragmatism meet. “Do not Repeat Yourself”\, “Domain-Driven Design\,” and “Data-Driven Development” are important principles in software. Just as important are pragmatic concerns like integrating vast reservoirs of heterogeneous brownfield data sources\, exposing it all as production-grade APIs\, and doing it fast. The remorseless logic of these factors leads ineluctably to one conclusion: APIs must derive from the data\, not from a schema or from code that has been curated manually\, independent of the data. In this talk\, we at Hasura wade into the debate to argue for this third way. Ship APIs faster\, cheaper\, and more reliably with data-first GraphQL development. \nSpeaker Name\nDavid A. Ventimiglia \nSpeaker Bio\nMy name is David A. Ventimiglia\, and I am a Solutions Architect at Hasura. I have been a theoretical astrophysicist\, a software engineer\, a data engineer\, and a machine learning engineer. I love writing code\, and yet I believe code is better when there’s less of it. Now\, I work at Hasura where I show customers how much can be accomplished with how little code.
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Introduction to Microsoft Azure
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nDescription:\n“Mastering the Cloud: An Introduction to Microsoft Azure Webinar” Embark on a journey into the heart of cloud computing with our comprehensive webinar on Microsoft Azure. Designed for both beginners and seasoned professionals alike\, this webinar offers a deep dive into the world of Azure and its myriad capabilities.\nAgenda:\nKey Topics Include:\n1 Azure Fundamentals: An overview of Microsoft Azure and its core concepts.\n2 Getting Started: Step-by-step guidance on setting up Azure account and navigating the platform.\n3 Core Services: Explore the vast array of services offered by Azure\, including compute\, storage\, networking\, and more.\n4 Scalability and Flexibility: Learn how Azure enables businesses to scale their infrastructure on-demand and adapt to changing needs.\n5 Future Trends: Insights into the evolving landscape of cloud computing and Azure’s role in shaping the future.\nWho Should Attend:\nWhether you’re an IT professional looking to expand your skillset\, a business leader exploring cloud solutions\, or simply curious about the power of Microsoft Azure\, this webinar is your gateway to mastering the cloud.\nOrganizers:\nThis event is brought to you by Big Data Trunk. We are passionate about promoting knowledge and awareness of AI\, Data\, and cloud-based topics and best practices.\nContact Information:\nFor inquiries or more information about the event\, please contact info@bigdatatrunk.com\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge & network with fellow professionals in the field. We look forward to seeing you soon!
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/free-webinar-introduction-to-microsoft-azure/
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Complexity of Recommendation Systems: Techniques and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nPlease register using the zoom link to get a reminder: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5117080164625/WN_EPMw1tZGTD-SxWkSxJpBLg \nIn the era of information overload\, recommendation systems have emerged as essential tools for filtering and personalizing content\, thereby enhancing user experience across various digital platforms. These systems employ sophisticated algorithms to analyze user preferences\, behaviors\, and interactions to suggest items ranging from products and movies to news articles and academic papers. This talk aims to demystify the underlying mechanisms of recommendation systems\, highlighting key techniques such as collaborative filtering\, content-based filtering\, and hybrid approaches. We will explore the challenges faced in developing effective recommendation systems\, including issues of data sparsity\, scalability\, cold start\, and ensuring diversity and fairness in recommendations. Furthermore\, the talk will delve into the ethical considerations and the impact of bias in recommendation algorithms. By providing a comprehensive overview of recommendation systems\, this talk seeks to inspire future research and development efforts aimed at creating more intelligent\, transparent\, and user-centric solutions. \nAgenda: \n(PDT) 11:45 am – 11:50 am Arrival\, socializing\, and Opening\n(PDT) 11:50 am – 1:45 pm Khojasteh Mirza “Navigating the Complexity of Recommendation Systems: Techniques and Challenges”\n(PDT) 1:45 pm – 1:50 pm Q&A \n\nAbout Khojasteh Mirza \nKhojasteh Mirza is a Master of Engineering student at Cornell Tech\, specializing in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a focus on Data Science and Applied Machine Learning. With a rich academic background\, including a Bachelor of Technology in Mechatronics Engineering from NMIMS University\, Khojasteh has excelled academically\, securing a Merit Scholarship and achieving high honors. His technical skills encompass a wide array of data science technologies\, and his professional experience includes impactful roles as a Project Research Assistant at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay\, a Data Analyst at AIRMO Gmbh and Ozibook and most recently\, responsible for developing recommendation systems for Cognitii\, a learning app for neurodivergent individuals. Khojasteh’s work spans innovative projects in healthcare industry developing predictive models for Parkinson’s disease in collaboration with Tata Consultancy Servicesdemonstrating his ability to apply data science for real-world impact. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5117080164625/WN_EPMw1tZGTD-SxWkSxJpBLg
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SUMMARY:Akkodis Happy Hour & Networking
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \nWe had such a great time meeting everyone last month\, so let’s do it again! Join us for happy hour and great conversations! If you have questions\, please feel free to contact me personally. \nAmber Mccomb \nAmber.McComb@Akkodisgroup.com
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/akkodis-happy-hour-networking/
LOCATION:Yard House-Roseville\, 1166 Roseville Parkway\, Roseville\, CA\, 95661
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SUMMARY:NVIDIA Getting Started with Accelerated Data Science
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\nDetails\n\n\nJoin us for an introduction to NVIDIA accelerated data science workshop. \nJoin us for the online workshop “Accelerating Your Data Science Journey with NVIDIA\,” tailored for individuals eager to enhance their skills in accelerated data science. In this session\, we will cover the foundations of machine learning and explore the advanced capabilities of NVIDIA’s technologies\, particularly how to expedite data processing and analytics using GPUs. Attendees will have the opportunity to witness firsthand the significant reductions in computational times achievable with NVIDIA’s tools during a live\, cloud-based demonstration. This workshop is suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals\, promising a thorough educational experience that blends theoretical knowledge with practical\, real-world applications.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/nvidia-getting-started-with-accelerated-data-science/
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SUMMARY:Test-Driven Development in the Larger Context: TDD & ATDD PMIs Disciplined Agile
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nScott L. Bain\nSenior Technical Trainer at PMI \n“Test-Driven Development” was originally suggested by Ward Cunningham in the mid 1900’s as a way for developers to generate code from unit tests. In the ensuing years it has also been suggested that organizations can drive requirements into development by writing acceptance tests to guide the process. Which of these should we call “TDD”? Which\, if either\, is more important\, or should take precedence in terms of our attention and allocation of resources? Should we do them both? can they work together? How does ether relate to traditional testing? \nThis presentation will clarify the relationship between these two processes\, how they are different\, how they are the same\, and most importantly how they can work together synergistically. We will demonstrate how TDD can strengthen any agile process. Along the way you will learn why you should become “test driven”\, what that means\, and a powerful way to do it. \nTDD is a very powerful paradigm for software development from business prioritization to requirements analysis through product design to working code. Join us and learn how it works\, and where you fit into the process. \nIf you would like to be a future speaker for Agile Boulder\, please use this Submission Form.
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/test-driven-development-in-the-larger-context-tdd-atdd-pmis-disciplined-agile/
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SUMMARY:SacTech Social July 2024 Meetup
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT: To attend\, you must be a member of the SacTech community and have accepted our code of conduct.\nIF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER\, PLEASE GO HERE: https://sac-tech.com/ (Signup is free)\n\nCome join our incredible group of folks to learn about tech\, meet new friends\, start collaborations and maybe even find a job or hire a new dev! \nSacTech Social is an inclusive\, safe space for technology professionals (and the tech curious) from all stacks\, walks of life\, genders\, ages\, etc. to come together and talk about programming\, design\, and all of the things adjacent. \nWe will have a spot reserved in the back\, so order your food\, get your drinks and head back to the back corner. Parking is… not great. You may have to park down the residential streets. \nRules: \n\nWe will not tolerate any bullying\, harassment\, violence or threats of any kind\, at any time. As we say\, “Be excellent to each other!”
URL:https://sacitcentral.com/event/sactech-social-july-2024-meetup/
LOCATION:Hop Gardens\, 2904 Franklin Blvd\, Sacramento\, CA
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SUMMARY:Generative AI and Business
DESCRIPTION:***Please Use Source Link Below to Confirm Event Details***\n  \n\nDetails\n\n\nJoin us for an immersive event where the worlds of Generative AI and business collide. Discover how this cutting-edge technology is reshaping industries\, driving innovation\, and revolutionizing traditional workflows. Through dynamic keynotes\, interactive panels\, and practical workshops\, explore how Generative AI can boost productivity\, foster innovation\, personalize customer experiences\, and drive competitive advantage. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders\, exchange insights\, and chart the course for a future where Generative AI propels business into uncharted territories. Reserve your spot now and be part of the conversation shaping tomorrow’s landscape.Generative AI & Business: Transforming Tomorrow Together. \nKey Points:- \n\nExplore the transformative potential of Generative AI in business operations.\nLearn how Generative AI can boost productivity and streamline workflows.\nDiscover strategies for fostering innovation and driving competitive advantage with Generative AI.\nUncover the power of Generative AI in personalizing customer experiences at scale.\nNavigate the ethical considerations and challenges associated with AI adoption.\nConnect with industry leaders and peers to exchange insights and best practices.\nChart the course for a future where Generative AI and business innovation converge.\n\nEvent Details:\nDate: Wed\, July 31\nTime: 12 PM – 1 PM (PST)\nVenue: ZOOM\nEntry: Dive in for free!\nNote: Please bring your Laptops for Hands on Exploration!\nRSVP NOW! \nWhat you will gain:- \n\nKnowledge Expansion: You’ll gain insights into the latest developments and applications of generative AI in the business world. This can include how businesses are leveraging generative AI for tasks such as content generation\, design\, optimization\, and more.\nNetworking Opportunities: Events like these are often attended by professionals from various industries\, including AI developers\, business leaders\, entrepreneurs\, and researchers. Networking with these individuals can open up opportunities for collaboration\, partnerships\, or even job prospects.\nCase Studies and Best Practices: You’ll likely hear about real-world case studies and best practices from companies that have successfully integrated generative AI into their business processes. Understanding these examples can provide valuable inspiration and guidance for implementing similar strategies in your own organization.\nInsights into Future Trends: Generative AI is a rapidly evolving field\, and staying up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements is crucial for businesses looking to stay competitive. Attending this event can help you anticipate future developments and prepare accordingly.\nPotential for Innovation: Learning about the capabilities of generative AI may spark ideas for innovative applications within your own business. Whether it’s streamlining workflows\, enhancing customer experiences\, or creating entirely new products or services\, the event could provide the inspiration you need to drive innovation forward.
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