What we’re about
MLTO: Machine Learning Toronto is a community for data and AI professionals in the Greater Toronto Area. Our mission is to create a group of like-minded individuals to build networks authentically, learn from industry experts, and share knowledge in free and open events focused on genuine connection, learning, and discussion around developments in AI. We believe that by bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds, we can create a space that promotes learning and growth in the field for the benefit of all involved.
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Upcoming events (1)
See all- Machine Learning TO (MLTO) Monthly MeetupTelus Tower , Toronto, ON
Agenda
6:00-6:30 PM Arrivals and Networking
6:30-7:00 PM Tech Talk #1
7:00-7:30 PM Tech Talk #2
7:30-8:30 PM Networking & Wrap-up
8:30 PM Tear-down and DeparturesTech Talks
Talk #1 - Beatrice Bu, Senior ML Engineer @ Bitstrapped - How Multimodal Agents Will Replace Traditional Computer Vision
Beatrice will explore how multimodal agents are set to revolutionize traditional computer vision approaches. Drawing from their practical experience implementing vision systems at Bitstrapped, they'll discuss the limitations of conventional CV pipelines and demonstrate how integrating multimodal capabilities creates more robust, contextually-aware systems. Attendees will learn about the architectural differences between traditional CV and multimodal agent approaches, practical implementation considerations, and real-world performance comparisons. Beatrice will share insights on when organizations should consider transitioning to agent-based vision systems and the challenges they might encounter along the way.Talk #2 - Christophe Zoghbi, Founder & CEO at ZAKA AI - Painting With Code: The Tech Behind Image Generation
As generative AI models continue to redefine how we create and consume visual content, one crucial question remains: whose stories are being told — and whose are being left out? In this talk, Christophe will explore the evolution of image generation technologies, from GANs to diffusion models and multimodal transformers. He'll break down how these systems work, what powers the best models today, and the critical role that data plays in shaping their outputs. Christophe will also share the inspiring mission behind The Middle Frame and how it’s now pioneering the development of the first culturally-aware, locally-trained AI image generator for the Arab world.About the speakers:
Beatrice Bu is a Senior ML Engineer at Bitstrapped with extensive experience in machine learning operations, data engineering, and computer vision. As a Google Cloud Certified Professional Data Engineer, they have specialized in developing cloud-native AI architecture and implementing end-to-end ML pipelines. Beyond their technical expertise, Beatrice serves as an Industry Mentor at BrainStation, where they previously worked as a Teaching Assistant in Data Science. Their background spans AI, DevOps, data migrations, and automation, with particular focus on computer vision applications.Christophe Zoghbi is the founder and CEO of ZAKA AI. Christophe Zoghbi is an accomplished expert in computer science and artificial intelligence, committed to spreading AI's immense potential across the MENA region and beyond. He focuses on making AI accessible to startups, companies, and individuals through consulting, training, and community-centric gatherings, with work spans various industries, including Legal, Media, and Finance, and involves innovative applications in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing. ZAKA's collaborations with key regional players like Microsoft, Samsung, and SDAIA, highlight his dedication to democratizing AI and driving technological advancements.
Many thanks to our supporters and sponsors!
A huge thanks go out to this month's sponsor, Inwards, for providing food and refreshments for our attendees. We'd also like to our acknowledge our venue partner Telus for generously providing their amazing space for the event, and Trajectory Labs and PRAKTIKAI for making the event happen.Speak or Support MLTO!
We are constantly looking for new speakers and sponsors to share their knowledge and help build the AI community in the GTA! If you are interested please get in touch directly or apply via one of the links below:- Speaker Application Form: mlto.ca/speak
- Sponsor Inquiry Form: mlto.ca/sponsor
- Volunteer Application Form: mlto.ca/volunteer
