Join us for an exciting in-person event at Google Playa Vista. DevFest is a must-attend gathering for developers, tech enthusiasts, and industry professionals. Dive into a world of cutting-edge technology, network with like-minded individuals, and explore the latest trends in software development. From engaging workshops to inspiring talks by industry leaders, this event promises to be a hub of innovation and collaboration. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your knowledge, connect with experts, and have a blast! Save the date and get ready for an unforgettable experience at DevFest Los Angeles 2024.
Brought to you by:
Google Developer Groups: Los Angeles, San Fernando Valley, Culver City, Los Angeles Android
Google Developer Groups on Campus: Cal Poly Pomona, Cal State LA
Women Techmakers of Greater Los Angeles
Refreshments will be provided, and we will have exciting giveaways including Google products, so be sure to register today! VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: You must provide your full legal first and last name, and bring your photo id to the event. You will not be allowed in if you have not RSVPd 1 week in advance with a name matching your Id which you brought with you. RSVPs will close 1 week prior to the event so that all names can be checked through security.
Presentations
Austin Bennett, Google's Secure AI Framework
Mike Wolfson, Building Intelligent AI Agents
Muntaza Kehase, Empowering Writers - How AI Can Transform Creative Collaboration and Copyright Protection
Remy Meraz,Harnessing AI for Social Good: Real-World Application for Workforce Development
Brandon Howard, AI for Good
Taiga Haruyama, Democratizing Data and Training for Responsible AI
Workshops
Sho Mitchell, Beatlibrary.io
Charles Maxon, Apps Script and AI
About GDG & DevFest
Google Developer Group DevFests are the largest Google related events in the world! Each DevFest is carefully crafted for you by your local GDG community to bring in awesome speakers, great topics, and lots of fun! While no two events will be exactly alike, each GDG DevFest will, at its core, be powered by a shared belief that when developers come together to exchange ideas, amazing things can happen!
Agenda
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Speakers
Austin Bennett - Google Developers (Google Developer Expert)
Austin is a Google Developer Expert and has been designing systems to help move, share, gather insights from and develop [data] products efficiently for about 20 years. He is also a Cognitive Linguist with a focus on multimodal communication. He is passionate about education and sharing knowledge; having reached thousands of people in interactions ranging from one-on-one to large group trainin…
Mike Wolfson - Able Android
Product focused software leader with a decade of Android and 20 years of software experience. Author of a successful Android programming book and recognized by Google as one of the first 15 Android Developer Experts in the world. Excellent communicator, with a comprehensive knowledge of development process and design. Enthusiastic team-mate, with an eye for simplicity, and passion for helping …
Muntaza Kehase - Writopix (Founder)
Hello, I’m Muntaza, a software engineer and the founder of Writopix. Writing has always been a big part of my life, I believe that stories have the power to connect us and inspire change in the world. Writopix is now in the final stages of production and is designed to help authors write, publish, and protect their work, while leveraging AI. My journey into the tech industry has been exciting …
Remy Meraz - Zella Life (Co-Founder & CEO)
2x founder and proud neurodivergent with expertise in brain hacking for transformative behavior change. As a purpose-driven leader, I’m passionate about creating and scaling innovative solutions that empower people and organizations.
I’m the co-founder and CEO of Zella Life, an AI-driven coaching-as-a-service platform strengthening workplace soft skills, resilience, and EQ for enhanced l…
Brandon Howard - BioAcoustics Lab (Co-Founder & CEO)
Brandon has a background in Business Economics and Biomedical Engineering from Brown University. He designed and launched U4Ea, based on personal experience with debilitating back pain and his search for effective alternative therapies. Brandon’s entrepreneurial journey has won him recognition with UCLA, The Creative Design Network (Sweden), Scale Health, and Transformative Technology and cont…
Taiga Haruyama - Blue Shield of California (UX Designer)
Taiga is a UX designer in the healthcare industry. He recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Interaction Design from ArtCenter College of Design. Originally from Japan, his diverse experiences with people from around the world fuel his passion for designing inclusive, human-centered solutions. Focused on social innovation and problem-solving, he has contributed to multiple healthcare…
Sho Mitchell - Beatlibrary.io (Co-Founder)
Sho Mitchell is an entrepreneur, marathon runner, and co-founder of Beatlibrary.io, a pioneering platform that levels the playing field for independent artists and music producers worldwide. With a deep passion for music and technology, Sho has dedicated his career to creating opportunities for artists to thrive in the digital age. At Beatlibrary.io, Sho empowers artists by providing access to…
Hosts
Emily Anderson - Blue Shield of California (Application Developer / Programmer)
Emily has a background in social work and technology, making her uniquely qualified to translate and liaise between two groups with very different terminology and perspectives. She's heavily involved in the developer community as a Women Techmakers Ambassador - Culver City, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Columbia, SC & Twin Cities, MN Chapters and as GDG Organizer - Culver City, CA…
Marsha Swallow - TargetClose (Technical Project Manager)
Matt Kaufman - MK Partners (ceo)
Siena Aguayo - Babylist (Senior Software Engineer)
Siena is a software engineer and team lead with experience in full-stack web and Android, currently working at Babylist. Her professional passions include unit testing and reasonably architected code. She is a co-organizer of GDG LA Android and a Women Techmakers Ambassador. A Los Angeles native, Pokémon master, and international public speaker, Siena enjoys playing video games, knitting, and…
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