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Our Consolidated Event Calendar is designed to be your go-to source for all data-related events happening in Calgary. Whether you're a seasoned professional, an aspiring data scientist, or just curious about the field, our calendar brings together events from various sources such as Meetup groups, EventBrite, and Google Calendar feeds into a single, easy-to-navigate platform. By centralizing these events, we aim to foster greater community engagement, facilitate networking opportunities, and ensure that you never miss out on the latest happenings in the Calgary data ecosystem. Our goal is to make it effortless for you to stay informed and involved in the community's activities.
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The Strategic Role of Data Governance, Volunteer Opportunities and 2025 Vision
2024-12-10 5:00 pm
2024-12-11
**Untapped Energy Meetup: The Strategic Role of Data Governance, Volunteer Opportunities and 2025 Vision** **Date:** Tuesday, December 10th, 2024 **Time:** 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM **Location:** Platform Innovation Centre, 407 9th Ave SE, Calgary, AB Join Untapped Energy for an inspiring evening dedicated to individuals interested in becoming volunteers and driving meaningful change. **Event Highlights:** **Keynote Presentation: Empowering Data Excellence: The Strategic Role of Data Governance** **By:** *Aakashmeet Singh* Discover how robust data governance can unlock the full potential of your organization's data. This session will delve into improving data quality, consistency, and transparency, fostering smarter decision-making and trust. Gain insights into enhanced data lineage to elevate compliance and transform data into a strategic asset. Don’t miss this thought-provoking presentation! Untapped Energy: Plans for 2025 and Volunteer Opportunities Learn about Untapped Energy’s ambitious plans for the upcoming year and explore opportunities to contribute as a volunteer. Whether you’re interested in supporting innovative projects or spearheading impactful initiatives, there’s a place for everyone passionate to learn and grow. **Additional Perks:** * Enjoy complimentary food and refreshments. Dinner will be served * Network with like-minded individuals and industry professionals. **RSVP Today!** **Join us to connect, learn, and explore how you can make a difference with Untapped Energy. We look forward to seeing you there!**
2024-11: Parallel Python for Data Processing
2024-11-27 5:30 pm
2024-11-28
Is your Python data processing feeling sluggish? Learn how to turbocharge it with parallel programming techniques! Presented by Nathan Bryans, Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Coursera. **Where**: Platform Calgary, East Annex **When:** Wednesday, November 27th, at 5:30pm **Parallel Python for Data Processing: Embracing the Embarrassingly Parallel** This talk focuses on *embarrassingly parallel* problems — those that are ripe for massive speedups. We'll explore methods like shell scripting, Python's multiprocessing, PySpark, and Dask, examining their strengths and tradeoffs. Through real-world examples and code demonstrations, you'll gain the knowledge to choose the right approach and accelerate your data workflows, whether you're a seasoned data scientist or a Python newbie. **Schedule:** 5:30 - Food and Networking 6:00 - Presentation and Discussion 7:30 - Wrap up **Bio:** Nathan is a Software and AI specialist with over a decade of experience bringing innovative solutions to life for companies like Coursera, Oracle, and ATB Financial. He excels at designing, building, and operating complex ML solutions in the cloud to address real-world business challenges. He has also had the privilege of mentoring and leading teams in this space, and is passionate to share his insights and practical learnings on the software engineering side of Data and AI.
Micro Projects: Member-Led Group Volunteer Projects - 5th Cohort
2024-11-28 7:00 pm
2024-11-29
Join us as we launch the 5th Microprojects cohort! Microprojects are short term data projects that are initiated and led by Data for Good Calgary community members and serve a social benefit. The initiative aims to create more volunteering opportunities for members to grow their skills, network, work on meaningful projects, and have fun! You are invited to pitch your project idea at the meetup. Any idea will work - large or small - as long as it has a social good outcome in mind. Please complete this form to indicate your interest in advance: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBltVUsspC8lFBqAev7WCPT0BEBBcNxrfH7AbsvSAUu7d7ZA/viewform](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBltVUsspC8lFBqAev7WCPT0BEBBcNxrfH7AbsvSAUu7d7ZA/viewform) In this Meetup, we will go over the: * Project initiation process * Team formation process * Training and onboarding * Data for Good core team and Project Management support/oversight * What to expect from Project initiation to Project close-out This Meetup will also include a networking session where we will brainstorm potential project ideas together and start to form teams. Looking forward to seeing what you will create!
Data Projects with High Social Impact
2024-11-26 5:00 pm
2024-11-27
Discover how data in the social sector stands apart from traditional business data and gain insights into the innovative analysis techniques employed by leading experts. **🎤 Sam Elliott, Director of Data & Analytics @ Calgary Homeless Foundation** **Title:** **Working with Data in the Social Sector** **Description:** This talk will be about how the data within the social sector varies from traditional business data. It will go into how analysis differs/the analysis approach we use at the Calgary Homeless Foundation and some of the ongoing data management techniques we focus on. Finally, it will highlight how we look to see if our data efforts are adding value to the homeless serving system of care (HSSC). **Bio:** Sam Elliott is an experienced data professional, who believes data should strive to best reflect reality and that the quantitative & qualitative should work in tandem. Currently leading the Data & HMIS (Homeless Management Information System) teams at Calgary Homeless Foundation, he joined the organization in 2020 and has been serving as Director, Data & Analytics since February 2022. In previous roles, he worked in the start-up sphere leading analytics implementation & digital marketing efforts. He is a Certified Data Management Professional and currently serves on the National Homelessness Data Advisory Committee. **🎤 Adriano Leite, Product Manager @ Motiv** **Title: Mapping Opportunity: Building Insightful Dashboards for Community Growth and Business Success** **Description:** In this presentation, we’ll explore how data-driven dashboards can empower business owners to make strategic decisions on new locations based on demographic insights and competition. Starting with an interactive Power BI dashboard that visualizes Calgary's neighborhood data—population volumes, age demographics, and business density—I'll demonstrate how this tool was designed to support business owners in identifying optimal areas for growth. We’ll discuss the social impact of data in fostering local business success and then dive into the technical journey behind the dashboard. From understanding the core problem to selecting datasets, running ETL processes, building a dimensional model, and defining metrics, I'll guide you through each step in creating actionable, community-focused data insights. **Bio:** As Product Manager at Motiv, Adriano brings a blend of creativity, structure, and business intelligence to crafting data-driven products tailored to partner needs. He focuses on building clear roadmaps and developing solutions that address real-world challenges, all while ensuring products meet essential targets and deliver a smooth customer experience. With an eye on meaningful innovation, he collaborates with teams to translate ideas into practical solutions, leveraging his business intelligence expertise to create tools that positively impact users and communities alike.
Career Catalyst with MegaTech Association
2024-11-18 5:30 pm
2024-11-19
**Ready to accelerate your tech career?** **Untapped Energy** is proud to be part of **Career Catalyst**, an event hosted by the **MegaTech Association** during **#InnovationWeek**. This is a great opportunity to connect with a dynamic community, hear from top industry experts, and gain actionable insights to guide and advance your career journey. 📅 Date: November 18, 2024 🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Location: Platform Calgary **Secure your spot here**: [https://www.showpass.com/megatech-career-catalyst/](https://www.showpass.com/megatech-career-catalyst/) **Ticket**: $6.10 (Includes snacks and beverages) *Please note: limited tickets are available for Career Catalyst, and session seating is first-come, first-serve.* **Event Highlights** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **KPMG Stage** **\*CITI Panel: Securing Your Dream Role in Tech** ( 6:05 PM – 7:00 PM ) **Zachary Novak** (CITI), **Mai Khalil** (Deloitte Digital), **Minaoar Tanzil** (Krux Analytics), and **Pascal Theriault** *Gain insights from a panel of industry leaders on achieving success in today’s tech landscape.* \***How to Negotiate an Offer (** 7:10 PM – 8:00 PM ) **Kris Read**, Neo Financial Co-Founder *Learn how companies approach compensation offers, including the decision-making process around salaries, bonuses, equity, and other benefits.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **East Annex** \***Recruitment: Days of Future Past - An Open Letter on Recruitment** **from the 1980s to Now (** 7:10 PM – 8:00 PM ) **Adam Delgado**, Director of Recruitment and Talent Acquisition at Alexi *A candid look at how recruitment has transformed - and what it* *means for today’s job seekers.* **\*Using Agile Principles in Your Job Search and Career** ( 8:10 PM – 9:00 PM ) Speaker: **Angela Henders**, Senior Developer at Untangle Money *Apply Agile methodologies to enhance your job search and career strategies.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Multipurpose Room** **\*Reverse Pitch** ( 7:10 PM – 8:00 PM ) **Zachary Novak** (CITI), **Mai Khalil** (Deloitte Digital), **Minaoar Tanzil** (Krux Analytics), and **Pascal Theriault** *A unique twist where companies pitch themselves to potential candidates - don’t miss it!* \***Train to Become a UX Designer** ( 8:10 PM – 9:00 PM ) **Robert Andruchow**, Chair of the Department of Design at MacEwan University *Discover the path to becoming a UX designer from an academic and industry expert.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Classroom 1** **\*Roast My LinkedIn Workshop** ( 7:10 PM – 8:30 PM ) **Emilie Mazurek**, Senior Product Designer at Max Retail, and **Ana Lokotkova**, Startup Portfolio Lead and Program Facilitator at Platform Calgary *Get real-time feedback on your LinkedIn profile to ensure it truly shines.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Classroom 2** **\*Roast My Resume Workshop** ( 7:10 PM – 8:30 PM ) **Caileigh Sanderson**, Corporate Recruiter at Helcim *Receive expert advice on your resume to stand out in the competitive tech job market.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Networking Opportunities:** Connect with peers and industry leaders throughout the evening in our Kitchen networking space, open for casual discussions and meaningful connections. \*Hosted by MegaTech Association in partnership with YYC DataSociety.
Introduction to Advanced KPI Visualization
2024-11-07 7:00 pm
2024-11-08
Join us for an insightful meetup where you'll discover effective practices for designing impactful KPI dashboards. At this meetup you will discover: * The best practices for designing and grouping indicators into meaningful KPI card blocks; * Ensuring your dashboard delivers a clear message without overwhelming the audience; * Gaining insights in development of the custom visual multi-target KPI card; * Participate in a technical session on setting up the developer-friendly multi-target KPI tool. **Meet Your Speaker:** Alex Kolokolov has been working in the business intelligence industry for the last 15 years. He is passionate about about dashboard design and development. He is the founder of Data2Speak Inc., an agency that provides BI services and training. Alex is also the author of three books: Dashboards for Executives (2019), Make your Data Speak (2023) and Data Visualization with Microsoft Power BI (2024). He organized the international dataviz conference and the “Make Your Data Speak“ award.
Using ML for Climate Science, and the importance of Data Management
2024-11-21 11:30 am
2024-11-21
Placeholder to put in your calendar ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZmEwMGFhNjItNTViMS00YjZiLWEwODAtMGNjMjUyZWFjZmNi%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 291 847 161 685 Passcode: UNv9Yg Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_ZmEwMGFhNjItNTViMS00YjZiLWEwODAtMGNjMjUyZWFjZmNi@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
2024-10: The ResearchOps Toolbox + Python & Graph
2024-10-30 5:30 pm
2024-10-31
Struggling to pick the right UX research tools? Join us as Arcurve's Lead Data Scientist, Pete Tunkis, shares how Python and graph data science can simplify your process and help you find the perfect tools for your team. **Where**: Platform Calgary, East Annex **When:** Wednesday October 30th at 5:30pm **The ResearchOps Toolbox + Python & Graph: Discovering the Right Tools for UX Research & Design Teams** In the UX/UI world, nearly every researcher and research operations specialist has asked, “what’s the best tool for this job?”—there are over 400 tools out there, and the search for tools that fit needs is constant. The ReOps Tools Census sought to fill this gap by cataloguing tools used by diverse teams around the world. Interpreting the Census as a graph further facilitates a recommendation system to help discover the right tool for the job. In this talk, I’ll demonstrate how to integrate data ingestion and transformation, graph data science, and visualization using python, neo4j, and extensions to solve a real world problem. **Schedule:** 5:30 - Food and Networking 6:00 - Presentation and Discussion 7:30 - Wrap up **Bio:** Pete Tunkis is a Lead Data Scientist at Arcurve with over a decade’s experience in data-driven and mixed-method research and analytics. Before joining Arcurve, Pete earned a Ph.D. in Political Science from The Ohio State University with a focus on decision-making behaviour, and he’s worked in government, academia, banking, and insurance in Europe and the US. Outside of work, he can be found noodling on the guitar or yelling at the TV when the Calgary Flames are losing, and he is always up for a game of darts.
PyData Global 2024
2024-12-03 4:00 am
2024-12-05
**PyData Global 2024 is a 3-day virtual event for the international community of data scientists, data engineers, and developers of data analysis tools to share ideas and learn from each other.** **During the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to attend live keynote sessions and talks, lightning talks, and get to know fellow members of the PyData Community.** **The event will be virtually hosted.** **CFP Deadline: October 14th** **Tickets coming soon!** [https://pydata.org/global2024/](https://pydata.org/global2024/)
Oct 2024 Meetup - Present & Future of Data Analytics & AI
2024-10-15 5:00 pm
2024-10-16
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and significant macroeconomic shifts, having a clear vision of the future is essential for both individuals and enterprises. Data has become the cornerstone of the software industry, intimately tied to business value. Any changes in business strategies directly influence data, while innovations in data technologies invariably reshape the business landscape. In this session, we will explore the current state of data analytics and AI from a high-level perspective, and provide insights into the trends and technologies shaping the future of the industry.
Second Casual Hangout of Datathon
2024-10-03 5:30 pm
2024-10-04
Check out this week’s schedule for the Datathon event! 🎉 📅 Thursday, October 3 Event: Hangout #2 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Location: The Royal Exchange Join us for the second casual hangout, where you can reconnect with familiar faces and expand your network even further. Missed the first one? Now's your chance to forge valuable new connections. Enjoy a relaxed setting where you can share ideas, explore potential collaborations, and unwind. Looking forward to seeing you! 🤝 Last Call for Registration 👉 September 29 is the final day to register. Don’t miss this opportunity—register now to participate in the Datathon, gain access to all our bootcamps, and more: [https://www.specalgary.com/product-page/2024-spe-untapped-ccus-and-carbon-credits-datathon](https://www.specalgary.com/product-page/2024-spe-untapped-ccus-and-carbon-credits-datathon).
DAMA Calgary November 2024 Meeting
2024-11-21 7:30 am
2024-11-21
Placeholder ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZmEwMGFhNjItNTViMS00YjZiLWEwODAtMGNjMjUyZWFjZmNi%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 291 847 161 685 Passcode: UNv9Yg Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_ZmEwMGFhNjItNTViMS00YjZiLWEwODAtMGNjMjUyZWFjZmNi@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
AI Agent Coze Bootcamp
2024-09-23 12:00 pm
2024-09-23
Small businesses can greatly benefit from AI-driven chatbots, and this bootcamp will show you how. Learn how to create and deploy chatbots that improve customer interaction and streamline business operations. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to enhance your skills, this session offers valuable insights. **Date:** September 23 **Time:** 12:00 PM MDT **Instructor:** Cheng Zhang **Location:** Online Event Join us to gain the skills you need not only to excel in this Datathon but also to make a meaningful impact in environmental technology.
End-to-End Streaming Data Analytics Using Microsoft Fabric Bootcamp
2024-09-26 12:00 pm
2024-09-26
Discover how Microsoft Fabric enables end-to-end streaming data analytics. This session will cover the lambda architecture for handling both streaming and batch data. If you’re working with real-time data and looking for efficient processing solutions, this bootcamp is designed for you. **Date:** September 26 **Time:** 12:00 PM MDT **Instructor:** Mohamed Sharaf & Stephen Situ **Location:** Online Event Join us to gain the skills you need not only to excel in this Datathon but also to make a meaningful impact in environmental technology.
Enhancing Data Reliability Through Data Observability Bootcamp
2024-09-25 12:00 pm
2024-09-25
Learn why data observability is key to ensuring reliability in your data systems. This bootcamp explores overlooked aspects of data observability and why it should be a core part of every organization’s strategy. Elevate your data quality and make informed decisions with confidence. **Date:** September 25 **Time:** 12:00 PM MDT **Instructor:** Calen Jackson **Location:** Online Event Join us to gain the skills you need not only to excel in this Datathon but also to make a meaningful impact in environmental technology.
Foundations of Data Analytics Bootcamp
2024-09-24 12:00 pm
2024-09-24
Master the fundamentals of data analytics in this comprehensive bootcamp. You’ll learn essential concepts like data organization, ingestion, wrangling, modeling, and visualization. Whether you’re new to data or looking to strengthen your foundation, this session offers the building blocks for success in analytics. **Date:** September 24 **Time:** 12:00 PM MDT **Instructor:** Mehdi Karamollahi **Location:** Online Event Join us to gain the skills you need not only to excel in this Datathon but also to make a meaningful impact in environmental technology.
AI Agent Coze: Create Chatbots for Small Businesses Bootcamp
2024-09-23 12:00 pm
2024-09-23
Small businesses can greatly benefit from AI-driven chatbots, and this bootcamp will show you how. Learn how to create and deploy chatbots that improve customer interaction and streamline business operations. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to enhance your skills, this session offers valuable insights. **Date:** September 23 **Time:** 12:00 PM MDT **Instructor:** Cheng Zhang **Location:** Online Event Join us to gain the skills you need not only to excel in this Datathon but also to make a meaningful impact in environmental technology.
MLOps: Improving Your Data Workflow Bootcamp
2024-09-20 12:00 pm
2024-09-20
In this session, you’ll learn how to master Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) and streamline your data workflow. From data handling to model deployment, we’ll cover practical, real-world strategies to make your data work smarter, not harder. Perfect for data scientists looking to enhance collaboration and efficiency in their projects. **Date:** September 20 **Time:** 12:00 PM MDT **Instructor:** Wish Bakshi **Location:** Online Event Join us to gain the skills you need not only to excel in this Datathon but also to make a meaningful impact in environmental technology.
Survival Guide to a Successful Datathon Bootcamp
2024-09-18 12:00 pm
2024-09-18
Unlock the Secrets to Datathon Success – this bootcamp is for you! Whether you’re a seasoned analyst or a budding data enthusiast, this session is your gateway to turning complex data into compelling solutions for carbon capture, utilization, and storage. Master the art of datathon success as we guide you through essential strategies from initial data exploration to persuasive final presentations. Learn how to: • Understand the challenge and brainstorm innovative solutions with your team that complements each other’s strengths. • Become adept at navigating the vast datasets, ensuring integrity and insightful analysis. • Discover the power of storytelling in data science to convey complex ideas with clarity and influence. This workshop is not just about how to win a Datathon—it’s about fostering skills and gathering knowledge to not only excel in this competition but to also drive meaningful change in the world of environmental technology. **Date:** September 18 **Time:** 12:00 PM MDT (1-hour event) **Instructor:** Tim Chan **Location:** Online Event Join us to gain the skills you need not only to excel in this Datathon but also to make a meaningful impact in environmental technology.
2024 SPE/Untapped Energy - CCUS & Carbon Credits Datathon Opening Ceremony
2024-09-18 5:00 pm
2024-09-19
Join us for a night of innovation, networking, and impact as we kick off the 2024 **CCUS & Carbon Credits Datathon**! Be part of this exciting evening filled with **presentations**, great food, and energy industry insights. This event also marks the **start of our monthly Untapped Energy meetups** – a chance to connect with professionals and grow your network every month! Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the **Opening Ceremony** of the Datathon, where big ideas will take shape. **Date:** September 18 **Location:** Calgary Petroleum Club **Time:** 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM **Admission:** $10 (includes food!) Limited spots available, so secure your ticket now!
A Hands-on Introduction to Data Fluency
2024-09-26 7:00 pm
2024-09-27
In today's data-driven world, understanding and effectively communicating data is crucial for organizational success. Many teams, however, find it challenging to fully harness the insights data can provide. Our upcoming event "Data Fluency Workshop by HGX Services" aims to address this challenge. In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to interpret and share data in a way that aligns with your goals. Please bring a computer, as the workshop will include a practical exercise (no technical experience is required). **Meet Your Speaker:** Ahmed Oyeleke is the lead Business Intelligence (BI) consultant at HGX Services and will be facilitating the session. With experience across various industries—including oil & gas, renewables, healthcare, aviation, sales, and finance—Ahmed brings a wealth of knowledge and a straightforward approach to making data more accessible and actionable. **About HGX Services:** HGX focuses on helping organizations leverage data to drive meaningful results. They specialize in creating business intelligence solutions and providing the necessary training to ensure teams can utilize these tools effectively.
CalgaryR: The Fall season unwinds
2024-12-10 6:00 pm
2024-12-11
Using R anywhere in your life? Whether R is all you talk about, a computer language polyglot, or just starting a career or a hobby as a citizen data scientist with R in your toolbox, you are CalgaryR material. Bring your research workflows using Tidyverse, CRAN, Bioconductor, git, etc, a work application (talk to your boss first), or your weekend or evening hobby and share it. We want to be curious and see what others can do for work, science, or pure curiosity mixed with fun using the rich R ecosystem. Please submit proposals to Pablo Adames via this meetup messenger or through e-mail at pablo.adames@alumni.ucalgary.ca Include the title, a summary highlighting the R-relevant content and your contact information.
CalgaryR: The Fall season is on
2024-11-19 6:00 pm
2024-11-20
Using R anywhere in your life? Whether R is all you talk about, a computer language polyglot, or just starting a career or a hobby as a citizen data scientist with R in your toolbox, you are CalgaryR material. Bring your research workflows using Tidyverse, CRAN, Bioconductor, git, etc, a work application (talk to your boss first), or your weekend or evening hobby and share it. We want to be curious and see what others can do for work, science, or pure curiosity mixed with fun using the rich R ecosystem. Please submit proposals to Pablo Adames via this meetup messenger or through e-mail at pablo.adames@alumni.ucalgary.ca Include the title, a summary highlighting the R-relevant content and your contact information.
CalgaryR: The Fall season unrolls
2024-10-22 6:00 pm
2024-10-23
Using R anywhere in your life? Whether R is all you talk about, a computer language polyglot, or just starting a career or a hobby as a citizen data scientist with R in your toolbox, you are CalgaryR material. Bring your research workflows using Tidyverse, CRAN, Bioconductor, git, etc, a work application (talk to your boss first), or your weekend or evening hobby and share it. We want to be curious and see what others can do for work, science, or pure curiosity mixed with fun using the rich R ecosystem. Please submit proposals to Pablo Adames via this meetup messenger or through e-mail at pablo.adames@alumni.ucalgary.ca Include the title, a summary highlighting the R-relevant content and your contact information.
2024 SPE/Untapped Energy - CCUS & Carbon Credits Datathon
2024-08-24 7:00 pm
2024-08-25
We're excited to announce our upcoming **Datathon**, focused on carbon capture, utilization, storage, and carbon credits. This event is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and learn new skills in the data space. please make sure to **register using this link**: https://www.speuntapped.com/. **If you do not register through this link, you will not be officially registered for the event.** **🗓️ Event Timeline:** * **September 5**: Datathon Kick-Off Event * **September 6 - 17**: Bootcamps and Hangouts * **September 18**: Competition Opening Ceremony * **September 29 at 11:59 PM MST**: Registration Closes * **October 10**: Competition Ends, Submissions Due **Not a data expert? No problem!** We’re hosting Bootcamps throughout the event to help you gain the skills you need to participate and succeed. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to data, there's a place for you here! 👉 **Register now:** https://www.speuntapped.com/ Come join us and be part of something impactful. See you at the Datathon!
2024-08 Applying LLMs and Agentic AI to simplify knowledge retrieval
2024-08-28 5:30 pm
2024-08-29
Join Arcurve's AI pragmatist Mike Morley as he returns to PyData Calgary to teach us how to apply large language models to our personal knowledge. You don't want to miss this one! **Where**: Platform Calgary, East Annex **When:** Wednesday August 28th at 5:30pm **AI Beyond the hype: Applying Large Language Models and Agentic AI to simplify knowledge curation and retrieval.** The personal knowledge vault is an example of leveraging the power of generative AI to augment people's abilities. The Personal Knowledge Vault is designed to help people. Help people with functional memory challenges access their knowledge by using natural human interactions to create, find and curate their knowledge. **Schedule:** 5:30 - Food and Networking 6:00 - Presentation and Discussion 7:30 - Wrap up **Bio:** Mike’s focus is on enabling organizations to solve hard, real-world challenges by building teams of smart people who apply their talents to create pragmatic, reliable technology solutions to address the challenges. Mike’s journey in the domain of applied AI began after earning a degree in Geological Engineering, leading to 25 years of experience delivering data-driven insights across various industries, including Environmental, Financial, AEC, Mining, Oil and Gas. In 2016, Mike co-founded Menome Technologies with the goal of revolutionizing business data usage. Menome's primary focus was on demystifying complex data, consolidating fragmented information, and offering clear, actionable insights. This strategy significantly aided organizations in making informed decisions, understanding their clientele, and maintaining a competitive edge. The dataLink platform, developed by Menome, was instrumental in fostering business growth and efficiency through sophisticated insights and analytics. After successfully exiting Menome following its acquisition by Arcurve, Mike now advises enterprises, teams and projects on effectively harnessing AI to maximize value and augment organizational performance. Mike is also frequently speaker on the subject of pragmatic, applied AI.
DAMA Calgary October 2024 Meeting
2024-10-17 7:30 am
2024-10-17
Placeholder ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ODVkZjc4OTctZjEzOC00ZGZjLWIyZDItMmM0YTdkNjAwZDIz%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 254 238 647 932 Passcode: AY2oF6 Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_ODVkZjc4OTctZjEzOC00ZGZjLWIyZDItMmM0YTdkNjAwZDIz@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
CalgaryR: Season Opener
2024-09-24 6:00 pm
2024-09-25
Join us for the Season opener at CalgaryR. Are you curious about the language, are you a seasoned data modeller or statistician, or anything in between? This is an excuse to mingle with like-minded people, mentor someone who is just starting, or listen to a talk and share in some lively discussions. There will be two talks, the first one is called "It's a feature, not a bug! Coercion, recycling and sub-setting". We will be digging deep to uncover some of R's superpowers and pillars of the core R syntax for expressive and powerful data manipulation and mathematics. The second talk is still looking for a volunteer speaker. Please contact Pablo via the Meetup messenger if you are interested in proposing some R-related content.
DAMA Calgary September 2024 Meeting
2024-09-19 7:30 am
2024-09-19
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DAMA Calgary AGM 2024
2024-07-25 4:30 pm
2024-07-26
________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams Need help?<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting?omkt=en-CA> Join the meeting now<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWI3MDEzYzItYjBiZS00NDMzLTg4N2UtMTI1ZjdlMmJjNjgx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 269 050 143 718 Passcode: 6W3KU4 ________________________________ For organizers: Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_YWI3MDEzYzItYjBiZS00NDMzLTg4N2UtMTI1ZjdlMmJjNjgx@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
2024-06 Command Line Tools and TUI's for Python Devs, Data Science and DevOps
2024-06-26 5:30 pm
2024-06-27
Join us at Platform Calgary on Wednesday June 26th at 5:30pm for our combined PyData and PyYYC meetup group, where Justin will show us the magic of the Command Line (CLI) and Text Based User-Interfaces (TUI). **Schedule:** 5:30 - Food and Networking 6:00 - Presentation and Discussion 7:30 - Wrap up **Exploring the Magic of Command Line Tools and TUI's for Python Developers, Data Science Pros, and DevOps professionals** This talk is for Python Developers, Data Science Pros, and DevOps folks. We'll dive into the magic of the command line and TUI's, showing how awesome text files are and how AI can spice up editors. We'll chat about why advanced tools rock more than basic ones, the coolness of open source software, and why testing tools matter. If we've got time, we'll explore quirky stuff like color themes, custom linux interfaces, and funky plugins. We'll wrap up with tips on using these tools on your own laptop and at work, introducing the Nix ecosystem as a sweet solution for using these tools. **Bio:** Justin has accumulated over 6 years of experience in safeguarding the integrity of critical software infrastructure, overseeing systems such as water plant control software and security incident response systems. His dedication to excellence motivates him to consistently embrace new tools and technologies. Throughout his journey, he has built a valuable collection of tools and resources that have been essential to his work. Justin's passion for innovation and commitment to staying at the forefront of technology make him a valuable asset to any team.
DAMA Calgary August 2024 Meeting
2024-08-15 7:30 am
2024-08-15
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SciPy 2024
2024-07-08 7:00 am
2024-07-14
You’re invited to the 23rd annual **[SciPy conference](https://www.scipy2024.scipy.org/)**[ ](https://www.scipy2024.scipy.org/)in Tacoma, WA, from July 8-14, 2024! This is your chance to connect with an extensive community from industry, academia, and government, showcasing the latest and greatest in projects and collaborations. Whether you’re looking to learn from expert tutorials and talks or participate in code sprints, SciPy 2024 has something for you. Virtual conference passes for the general conference are also available, so you can join us from anywhere in the world. The schedule breakdown includes: * Tutorials: July 8-9 * Conference: July 10-12 * Sprints: July 13-14 **Register: [https://www.scipy2024.scipy.org/](https://www.scipy2024.scipy.org/)**
Accelerating the Positive Impact of Technology - Robots and Puppies
2024-06-20 9:00 am
2024-06-20
The Centre for Social Impact Technology invites you to attend an event to explore our relationships with technology and AI in society. To attend you must register directly through this link .... https://www.showpass.com/robots-and-puppies/ This is your opportunity to learn from engaging speakers and bring your thoughts to forums on these important themes: * Treats or Terrors: Dogs like to steal our food, AI can steal our data, what similarities and insights can come when we see them together? * Packs and Practices: Dogs are social animals, humans have tribalism deep inside, how can AI help us make better decisions that transcend our biases? * Speed and Cycles: Dogs run faster than we do, so they are great for hunting. AI has faster cycles to map and understand complex problems. What directions should we send that high-speed thinking towards?
June 2024 Meetup - Data Success Stories - Newcomers Insights Revealed!
2024-06-18 5:30 pm
2024-06-19
**This is a special collaboration event between Untapped Energy and CRIEC (Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council)!** Leaving the familiar and arriving in a new place is not easy. A welcoming community can support those seeking valuable perspectives and practical advice to settle better. Join us for an inspiring evening at "Data Success Stories - Newcomers Insights Revealed!" where we celebrate the journeys of immigrants and newcomers who will share their personal stories of settling in Calgary and thriving in data analytics roles. Refreshments will be provided while the opportunity to network will lead to new friendships and amazing connections!
2024-05 NoSQL to SQL.. without ETL? A look at Azure Synapse Link
2024-05-29 5:30 pm
2024-05-30
Join us at Platform Calgary on Wednesday May 29th at 5:30pm for our combined PyData and PyYYC meetup group, where Philip Young will walk us through querying NoSQL data at the source using SQL with Azure Synapse. **Schedule:** 5:30 - Pizza and Networking 6:00 - Presentation and Discussion 7:30 - Wrap up **NoSQL to SQL.. without ETL? A look at Azure Synapse Link.** **Presenter:** Philip Young So, your data lives in NoSQL and now you want to do analytics on it. What are your options? ETL, ELT, some other abbreviation? What if you had another option? In this talk, Philip will walk you through his journey utilizing Azure Synapse Link to query NoSQL data at the source using SQL: allowing joins, giving the promise of (almost) real-time data, and no longer having to ETL data from one source to another, along with some of the challenges and lessons learned from the "Schemaless Schema". **Bio:** Philip has worked as a Software Developer for the last 9 years in different domains and for the last 5 years has specialized in Cloud, Data, Integration, and Identity. He holds multiple Cloud and Data certifications and is a lifelong technology enthusiast and constant learner. On the non-technical side he is an avid yogi and recently trained yoga instructor.
DAMA Calgary Meeting: Data Self Service for Data Democratization
2024-05-16 7:30 am
2024-05-16
Data Self Service for Data Democratization is an important part of any organization's data strategy today. It fosters a data-driven culture, encouraging collaboration and innovation across departments and functions. Moreover, it can reduce the workload and pressure on IT and data teams, allowing them to focus on more strategic tasks. With an increasing range of complexities and diversity of data sources, formats and structure, it has become a challenge to standardize, transform and integrate the data easily and make it fit for use for all non-technical users. Attend this presentation to explore the opportunities and challenges for data democratization, focusing on the tools, technologies, and organizational strategies that can facilitate democratization. Speaker Name : Bhavita Jaiswal Speaker Title : Senior Data Engineer, Denodo Canada ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZThiMWQzNjItZThhYS00ZmMxLThmNTktNGY0ZjY3ZDlkNzdl%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 293 867 285 695 Passcode: NGSrAh Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_ZThiMWQzNjItZThhYS00ZmMxLThmNTktNGY0ZjY3ZDlkNzdl@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
DAMA Calgary July 2024 Meeting
2024-07-18 7:30 am
2024-07-18
Placeholder ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MjZmNjEzNTQtMjBiMi00YjMxLTg5NTAtYjQzNGI4NGQ0MzNj%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 243 035 076 623 Passcode: VNxYVi Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_MjZmNjEzNTQtMjBiMi00YjMxLTg5NTAtYjQzNGI4NGQ0MzNj@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
Tech Opportunity Fest - Networking, Workshops, Conferences & Community Fair
2024-05-24 4:30 pm
2024-05-25
**Untapped Energy will be there!** This event is free for future entrepreneurs, job seekers, career changers, students, and newcomers. On May 24 & 25, join us for a two-day adventure as you journey toward your future in Calgary's tech ecosystem. **Get your ticket for one or both days here (RSVP to this Meetup invitation does not guarantee your spot):** [https://tinyurl.com/techopportunityfest](https://tinyurl.com/techopportunityfest) Tech Opportunity Fest aims to create an inclusive environment where attendees can explore industry opportunities, meet new communities, and build your network. Agenda: [https://techopportunityfest.dorik.io/](https://techopportunityfest.dorik.io/) **Friday 24 - 4:30 to 8:00 pm:** Opening Ceremony, Panels and Networking **Saturday 25 - 10 am to 3 pm:** Community and career fairs, workshops and networking. The MegaTech Meetup connects multiple tech communities in creative coalition-making, networking, and learning from each other in Calgary's tech space. The goal is to break down barriers, de-commission some silos, and build a more vibrant tech ecosystem. **Meet new people from other groups in the tech industry, grow your network, and expand your horizons.** **Come say Hi to us at the Community Fair Zone!**
Callysto: Computational Thinking in the K-12 Classroom
2024-05-23 7:00 pm
2024-05-24
We invite you to join us at our next in-person Meetup. We have exciting speakers Eric Lee and Byron Chu from Callysto Education Initiative who will be presenting on an important topic “Computational Thinking in the K-12 Classroom”. We hope you can attend!. Callysto is an open source education initiative that helps Canadian Grade 5-12 teachers and students work with open data and develop analytical and computational thinking skills in the classroom. In this session we will look at the following things: * Technologies (including Jupyter Hub, Juptyer Lite, Jupyter Book) * Classroom resources * Learning approaches * Collaborations (including Data Dunkers) **Speaker's Bio**: Byron has a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Calgary. Byron is interested in the intersection of data analysis and storytelling, and how numbers can inform everyday life, from networks, and the environment to health issues. Byron enjoys introducing new technologies and problem-solving approaches to teachers and students. If he's not at his desk, you will find him running or spending time with his family. **Speaker's Bio**: Eric is currently studying for a Bachelor of Science at the University of Alberta and works on the Data Dunkers project. In addition to his studies, he has developed an AI gym web application that uses computer vision to track successful and unsuccessful repetitions of gym activities. While at Callysto, Eric enjoyed seeing others utilize the tools he developed. When he's not at his desk, he can often be found playing video games in his free time, particularly the Dark Souls franchise.
Tech Opportunity Fest
2024-05-24 4:00 pm
2024-05-25
**Tech Opportunity Fest** aims to create an inclusive environment where attendees can explore industry opportunities, meet new communities, and build your network. Connect with communities, tech employers, experts, mentors, and organizations dedicated to diversifying the tech industry and fostering talent: Highlights include: * Communities * Networking * Speakers & Panels * Workshops * Job Fair **To attend you must register [here ](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/calgaryux/1233455)**( https://www.tickettailor.com/events/calgaryux/1233455 ) The MegaTech Meetup connects multiple tech communities in creative coalition-making, networking, and learning from each other in Calgary's tech space. The goal is to break down barriers, de-commission some silos, and build a more vibrant tech ecosystem. Meet new people from other groups in the tech industry, grow your network, and expand your horizons
DAMA Calgary June 2024 Meeting
2024-06-20 7:30 am
2024-06-20
Placeholder ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_Yjg0YWZhZDItMWQwZC00MDJjLTkxNWYtOTczM2RjZmMwMDhh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 257 220 961 908 Passcode: i5swbr Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_Yjg0YWZhZDItMWQwZC00MDJjLTkxNWYtOTczM2RjZmMwMDhh@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
Micro Projects: Member-Led Group Volunteer Projects - 4th Cohort
2024-04-25 7:00 pm
2024-04-26
Join us as we launch the 4th Micro Projects cohort! Micro Projects are short term data projects that are initiated and led by members and serve a social benefit. The initiative aims to create more volunteering opportunities for members to grow their skills, network, work in a team, and have fun! You are invited to **pitch your project idea** at the meetup. Please complete this form to **indicate your interest** in advance. [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBltVUsspC8lFBqAev7WCPT0BEBBcNxrfH7AbsvSAUu7d7ZA/viewform](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBltVUsspC8lFBqAev7WCPT0BEBBcNxrfH7AbsvSAUu7d7ZA/viewform) In this Meetup, we will go over the: * Project initiation process * Team formation process * Training and onboarding * Data for Good core team and Project Management support/oversight * What to expect from Project initiation to Project close-out This Meetup will also include a networking session where we will brainstorm potential project ideas together and start to form teams. Looking forward to seeing what you will create!
2024-04 NoSQL to SQL.. without ETL? A look at Azure Synapse Link.
2024-04-24 5:30 pm
2024-04-25
Join us at Platform Calgary on Wednesday April 24th at 5:30pm for our combined PyData and PyYYC meetup group, where Philip Young will walk us through querying NoSQL data at the source using SQL with Azure Synapse. **Schedule:** 5:30 - Pizza and Networking 6:00 - Presentation and Discussion 7:30 - Wrap up **NoSQL to SQL.. without ETL? A look at Azure Synapse Link.** **Presenter:** Philip Young So, your data lives in NoSQL and now you want to do analytics on it. What are your options? ETL, ELT, some other abbreviation? What if you had another option? In this talk, Philip will walk you through his journey utilizing Azure Synapse Link to query NoSQL data at the source using SQL: allowing joins, giving the promise of (almost) real-time data, and no longer having to ETL data from one source to another, along with some of the challenges and lessons learned from the "Schemaless Schema". **Bio:** Philip has worked as a Software Developer for the last 9 years in different domains and for the last 5 years has specialized in Cloud, Data, Integration, and Identity. He holds multiple Cloud and Data certifications and is a lifelong technology enthusiast and constant learner. On the non-technical side he is an avid yogi and recently trained yoga instructor.
Untapped Energy / Calgary Cleantech - April 16 2024 Collaboration Meetup
2024-04-16 5:30 pm
2024-04-17
**Cleanly, Informed, EXCELLENCE!** Join us for a pioneering collaboration between Untapped Energy and Calgary Cleantech, two dynamic communities at the forefront of Calgary's energy transition. This meetup is designed to connect professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts who are passionate about leveraging data and analytics to drive advancements in clean technology. This evening will offer an unique platform for learning, networking, and collaboration. By bringing together the realms of data analytics and clean technology, this event aims to empower participants with the knowledge and connections needed to make a tangible impact in the energy and utilities sectors. Whether you are deeply embedded in the energy sector, a clean tech innovator, a data scientist, or simply an individual passionate about the future of sustainable energy, this event promises to be an invaluable networking opportunity, a forum for the exchange of ideas, and a catalyst for innovation.
DAMA Calgary April 2024 Meeting
2024-04-18 7:30 am
2024-04-18
Placeholder ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NmU3OGNjZWQtNDFhMC00NzU5LWJiYmEtM2Q4ODJkZmExMGRk%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 266 738 580 941 Passcode: QkyQRh Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_NmU3OGNjZWQtNDFhMC00NzU5LWJiYmEtM2Q4ODJkZmExMGRk@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
DAMA Calgary March 2024 Meeting
2024-03-21 7:30 am
2024-03-21
Topic: Documents, Databases, Knowledge Graphs, LLMs and Their Common Roots in Natural Language Presenter: John O'Gorman ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZDU4MDVmOTAtMjAzMS00Yzk5LWFjMzgtZDMwZGUyM2JmNjc2%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 253 632 809 884 Passcode: 9xFvL6 Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_ZDU4MDVmOTAtMjAzMS00Yzk5LWFjMzgtZDMwZGUyM2JmNjc2@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
DAMA Calgary May 2024 Meeting
2024-05-16 7:30 am
2024-05-16
Placeholder ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZThiMWQzNjItZThhYS00ZmMxLThmNTktNGY0ZjY3ZDlkNzdl%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 293 867 285 695 Passcode: NGSrAh Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_ZThiMWQzNjItZThhYS00ZmMxLThmNTktNGY0ZjY3ZDlkNzdl@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
2024-03 Training Machine Learning Models on Kubernetes Using Airflow
2024-03-27 5:30 pm
2024-03-28
Join us at Platform Calgary on Wednesday March 27th at 5:30pm for our combined PyData and PyYYC meetup group, where Sourabh from Orennia will present on training ML models on Kubernetes using Airflow. **Schedule:** 5:30 - Pizza and Networking 6:00 - Presentations and Discussion 7:30 - Wrap up **Training Machine Learning Models on Kubernetes Using Airflow** **Presenter:** Sourabh Mokhasi from Orennia There are high costs associated with training machine learning models, particularly on platforms like AWS SageMaker. This project leverages our existing Kubernetes cluster on AWS EKS and airflow orchestrator, to design a highly scalable MLOps pipeline that is suitable for orchestrating and running machine learning jobs such as data pre-processing, model training and model inference. Furthermore, the project harnesses the power of Airflow's mapped tasks feature, enabling the concurrent training of hundreds of machine learning models. This innovative approach not only optimizes resources but also significantly reduces the overall expense of machine learning model training. **Bio:** I am a cloud-native services specialist, deeply focused on data engineering, ML Ops, and Kubernetes-based implementations. My expertise spans designing and implementing scalable cloud solutions that drive innovation and efficiency. Throughout my career, I have contributed to a variety of projects, such as a self-hosted Kafka cluster, a Datalake implementation using Apache Iceberg, real-time data engineering pipelines and many more. In addition to my project work, I share my knowledge and experiences through technical blog posts, aiming to enrich the tech community with insights from real-world applications.
Leverage Data to Build Enterprise LLM's
2024-03-28 4:00 pm
2024-03-29
This is a joint event hosted by Tech Thursdays and YYC Data Society. This panel will focus on how to leverage your organizations data to build entreprise LLM's. Panelists are Clark Lai, Chief Executive Officer at Motiv and Mike Morley, Director of AI/ML Technology at Arcurve Inc. More details can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/leverage-data-to-build-enterprise-llms-tickets-838047501637?aff=odcleoeventsincollection
Challenging World of Data Privacy and Risk Management
2024-03-28 7:00 pm
2024-03-29
Join us as Awad Loubani presents perspectives on the “Challenging World of Data Privacy and Risk Management”. In many jurisdictions, privacy is considered a fundamental human right, and data protection laws exist to guard that right. Data privacy is also important because for individuals to be willing to engage online, they have to trust that their personal data will be handled with care. Organizations use data protection practices to demonstrate to their customers and users that they can be trusted with their personal data. The information rich session will address the following topics: * Protection the online privacy of Canadians in today’s overwhelmingly digital world. * Case study: CRA privacy guiding principles. * New laws to strengthen Canadians’ privacy & trust in digital economy. * Artificial Intelligence and Data Act. * Summary of privacy regulations in Canada. * EU Artificial Intelligence Act. * Other relevant privacy legislations & regulations. * Other relevant topics: ESG; ERM; ISO 31000 standard on risk management. Awad Loubani is President of A.M.A.L. Risk Management Services Inc. As a Canadian and international risk management (RM) expert, Awad is a trailblazer in enhancing the risk management function within organizations by moving the risk culture from avoidance to focusing on “informed risk outcomes”. He advocates managing risk to protect/grow the firm’s value by enabling it to achieve its objectives more effectively and with greater long-term certainty. He helps organizations survive and thrive with the ability to identify, assess, and manage their key risks. His approach to effective RM enables organizations to achieve their objectives by continually assessing risks to reduce surprises, capitalize on opportunities and improve performance.
March 2024 Meetup - Microlearning pilot - An Introduction to Data Analytics
2024-03-26 5:30 pm
2024-03-27
**\*\*Our keynote presenter for the March 26, 2024 Untapped Energy meetup has fallen ill. We wish Andrei a speedy recovery at the “An Introduction to Data Analytics” Microlearning course will be offered at a later date.** **We will still hold the meetup and pivot it to more of a networking event, to gather people together to create community. Pizza and beverages will be served!\*\*** **\*\*THIS IS A PILOT OF THE MICROLEARNING PROGRAM BEING ROLLED OUT IN 2024. USE THE DISCOUNT CODE "PILOT2024" TO RECEIVE YOUR FREE TICKET ($25 VALUE). TO QUALIFY FOR A CREDENTIAL, YOU WILL NEED TO COMPLETE A SHORT ASSESSMENT AFTER THE LEARNING SESSION\*\*** Data is Information, and Information is Power. Data Analytics is the science of analyzing raw data to help organizations make data-informed decisions and optimize their performance. It is used among researchers and international businesses to generate value and create actionable insights from data. However, it is easy to get lost in buzzwords such as big data and prescriptive analytics, or even find what value these can bring to us. In ‘An Introduction to Data Analytics in the Modern World,’ Andrei Gavrilov will take us through the importance that Data Analytics brings to any organization and share the steps of what it takes to become a Data Analyst as a rewarding career path. Use the Discount Code "PILOT2024" to reserve your spot for FREE!
Coders, Collaborators & Creatives: Spoken plAIn
2024-04-11 6:00 pm
2024-04-12
**\*\*Due to unexpected heavy snowfall in Calgary, we have made the difficult decision to reschedule this event to Thursday April 11\*\*** Join us for an inspiring evening where technology meets artistry at the heart of Stephen Avenue Place. This event brings together the Untapped Energy and Calgary UX communities. Whether you're a coder, a designer, or a collaborative soul, this gathering is designed to spark collaboration, innovation, and inspiration among the like-minded and the curious. **Reserve your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable experience!** **Cost:** $10 (Covers food and drinks) **ACCEPTING THIS INVITATION DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOUR SPOT - COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION AND PAY FOR YOUR TICKET HERE: https://www.meetup.com/calgaryux/events/299633909/** This special evening is not just about networking but diving deep into the synergetic potential that exists between technology and creativity. We will be exploring the evolving role of creatives in the age of artificial intelligence. **Featuring:** Camila Nuque, an acclaimed spoken word poet renowned for her captivating performances. As the winner of the prestigious PhiDrillSim Peace Show, Camila brings a unique perspective as she explores the nuanced relationships of creatives and AI, challenging us to rethink our relationship with technology and its impact on the creative process. Enjoy a delightful assortment of snacks and beverages as you mingle with fellow attendees, share ideas, and create connections that could shape the future of your projects or artistic endeavours. Secure your spot for an evening that promises to be both enlightening and entertaining. Let's explore the future together, where code meets creativity, and discover the endless possibilities that await when we collaborate. Photography provided by Justin & Sash Photography.
YYC Data March Meet Up
2024-03-05 5:30 pm
2024-03-06
At this session, we will hear from two speakers, first from Wish as an AI Engineer and second from Kerry from KPMG. * 5:30 - Networking * 5:50 - Introduction to speakers and Calgary AI * 6:00-7:30 - Speakers presentation * 7:30 - Additional Networking * 7:50 - Exit \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Speakers are: First up is Wish. He is an AI Systems Engineer leading innovations within the power and utilities sector. His expertise is designing asset optimization systems leveraging AI for wind turbines, solar farms, and power plants. Beyond the optimization field, Wish also builds commodities trading systems for trading firms in the US. Wish is also a lecturer at Queens University, where he teaches leaders how to maximize value from their analytics teams by leveraging machine learning. Wish shares a collective appreciation for the impact of technology on creating a sustainable future. Off the clock, he practices Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai, acknowledging that his best moves are now a distant memory. **TOPIC**: "From Grid to Great: AI's Role in Grid Transformation" We are amid a generational grid transformation. The power grid is evolving to meet the two-fold challenges of surging electricity demand and the integration of renewable energy sources. This talk delves into the role of AI in navigating these challenges, from assisting grid stabilization against the variability of wind and solar power to optimizing battery storage and managing the complex balance of supply and demand. Wish will discuss how machine learning can help enhance grid resiliency and pave the way for a smarter, more sustainable energy future. AI is not the hero of our story, but it certainly can be the sidekick. Second up is Kerry. Kerry is the Innovation Designer and Ignition Lead from KPMG. Kerry helps clients solve complex business challenges using innovation methods grounded in Design Thinking. Kerry leverages her extensive background in research and facilitating innovation through human-centred design, design thinking, speculative design, and the creative process which is augmented by her skills in emerging technologies and prototyping. Kerry has a Master of Industrial Design and spent many years teaching all facets of design in higher education and as a consultant leading design-led innovation with clients in a variety of industries. **TOPIC**: Kerry will talk about what KPMG is doing in the area of AI for our clients and how we are leveraging Gen AI internally. Snacks / light food will be provided. Please RSVP to the event so we can order the right amount of food. We look forward to seeing you at Platform Calgary.
2024-02 Cleantech & Complex data sets, & BI Tool Security & Architecture
2024-02-28 5:30 pm
2024-02-29
Join us on February 28 at Platform Calgary for two great presentations. **Schedule:** 5:30 - Pizza and Networking 6:00 - Presentations and Discussion 7:30 - Wrap up **Presentation 1 -** **Cleantech in the home and the impact of complex data sets** **Presenter:** Remus Lacatus from Jotson There are many questions that are hard to answer when it comes to cleantech options in your home. Should you install a heat pump? Will replacing your furnace reduce your emissions? What about EVs and Solar Panels? Most Canadians struggle to answer these questions and more. Join us for a presentation and discussion about the challenges homeowners face when making decisions about household energy. Using a data-driven case study of heat pumps, we’ll go beyond smart thermostats and LED lights, and dive into the facts around energy consumption, cost, carbon footprint, and the potential impact of cleatech for residential use. You’ll leave this session empowered with real-life examples of how the right data can empower informed decisions about cleantech at home. **Presentation 2** - **I Can’t Find a Good Youtube Tutorial on BI Tool Security** **Presenter:** Roland Booth from Benevity Roland Booth is a software engineer with 3 years experience in data & analytics, 6 years experience in information security, and a passion for pioneering new technical frontiers. While obtaining a B.Sc in Computer Science and B.Sc in Pure Mathematics at UCalgary, he entered the information security field through cryptography research, analyzing the security of next-gen digital signature schemes. After, he redirected his passion for engineering, mathematics, and information security to the data & analytics space. Roland develops systems that empower people to get answers out of data, solving for a variety of skill sets, goals, and data-literacy levels. He works extensively with Business Intelligence Tools, spanning a variety of tools, scales, and use cases. Business Intelligence tools (think Looker, Power BI or Tableau) are powerful. They give users a wide-open door to your organization’s data and the tools they need to dig through it. (And to share it.) Perhaps, just maybe, you do not want each and every user to have unmitigated access to this tool. BI Tools provide a variety of features to restrict data access, but assembling them into your organization’s BI Tool Security Architecture is not trivial. And once you roll out your architecture, you’re stuck with it. It’s worth getting right the first time.In this tool-agnostic talk, I’ll introduce common BI Tool access control features. How they fit together, how they don’t. The good, the bad, the stupid, and lessons learned from year’s experience working with them.
The Path to AI
2024-02-22 7:00 pm
2024-02-23
We invite you to join us at our next in-person Meetup! We have an exciting speaker from Arcurve who will be presenting on an important topic, Artificial Intelligence. We hope you can attend! **Abstract**: In this seminar, different forms of AI, its benefits, caveats, and what is trending are introduced. It continues with a high-level primer on how to embark on a Data Analytics journey which highlights the importance of good data along with popular design patterns. Using the ideas presented, a rapid prototype is then developed to introduce the concept of using Large Language Models to query everyday data sets. **Speaker's bio**: Akbar Ahmed, an Advanced Analytics Data Scientist at Arcurve, brings nearly two decades of professional experience, including a decade dedicated to cross-industry data science in sectors such as Retail, Fintech, Education, and Energy. Holding a Masters in Business Enterprise Analytics with a specialization in Big Data and Machine Learning from the National University of Singapore, Akbar seamlessly integrates his prior software engineering background with a diverse tech stack. His practical expertise in applying AI/ML models enables the delivery of optimized enterprise-level end-to-end analytical systems, with a focus on intelligent process automations (IPA) and user-friendly Business Intelligence (BI) analysis & insights. A strong advocate for the transformative power of digitization, Akbar believes it enhances efficiency, boosts productivity, and fosters unparalleled innovation. Outside the professional realm, he enjoys engaging in outdoor activities, sports, and listening to music.
Untapped Energy February 2024: "The Impact of New Privacy Laws and Standards"
2024-02-20 5:30 pm
2024-02-21
***Untapped Energy*** and ***Snowflake*** present on February 20th, 2024 Meetup with **excellent presentation and speaker** **:** * ***"The Impact of New Privacy Laws and Standards"*** by Robert Forget, **CRO** from **Credivera** * Pizza and beverages during the event. * Networking.
Your Data is Exposed - Five Cloud Application Security Risks
2024-02-15 7:15 am
2024-02-15
February 15th DAMA Chapter Meeting ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ODUyOTJjNGItNmMwNC00Y2UwLWJkM2UtZTEyYTRhN2I5Y2Q4%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 270 105 693 258 Passcode: Z3GCJT Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_ODUyOTJjNGItNmMwNC00Y2UwLWJkM2UtZTEyYTRhN2I5Y2Q4@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
Strategic Digital Transformation: Empowering your Cloud Journey through Data Intelligence
2024-01-18 11:45 am
2024-01-18
January 2024 monthly meeting. ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MDdjMWU2YzEtM2Y4NS00ZjVhLWJhM2EtNzU5MGYyODQ3NmRm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 255 727 896 561 Passcode: Jxjbjh Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_MDdjMWU2YzEtM2Y4NS00ZjVhLWJhM2EtNzU5MGYyODQ3NmRm@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
Untapped Energy - Calgary Mega Tech Meetup at the Central Library!
2024-01-15 5:30 pm
2024-01-16
***Happy 2024! Untapped Energy*** is proud to be part of the Calgary Mega Tech Meetup on Monday January 15, 2024! Description At the **Mega Meetup** you will meet new people from other groups in the Calgary tech space, expand your horizons and be part of shaping the future of technology in Calgary: * Pre-event networking * Keynote * A short panel * Presentations and demonstrations from **Untapped Energy**, **Data for Good, YYC Data Society**, **DAMA**, as well as other amazing communities, such as **Tech Connect**, **Calgary UX**, **CivicTechYYC** and **YYC Dev** * After-party at a nearby pub Door open at 5:30 p.m. For more information, please visit: https://megameetup.yyctech.ca/ PICK UP YOUR FREE TICKET HERE: https://www.showpass.com/megameetupyyc/ **Accepting this Meetup to Attend DOES NOT reserve your spot!**
Data for Good in Calgary: 10-Year Retrospective & Celebration
2024-01-25 7:00 pm
2024-01-26
This special event is for all members and supporters of Data for Good. Please join us for an exciting evening of celebrating a decade of making a positive impact through data in Calgary! On **Thursday, January 25, 2024**, we will gather at **Platform Calgary** to reflect on our journey and the significant achievements we've accomplished together. This **in-person event** will be a great opportunity to connect with long-time or new members of Data for Good and representatives from the community. We'll dive into inspiring stories, hear from our previous partner organizations, and share insights on the transformative projects we've undertaken over the past ten years. RSVP now and mark your calendars for this special evening as we celebrate our collective efforts in leveraging data for the betterment of Calgary. Don't miss out on this memorable **10-year retrospective & celebration**!
PyData Global 2023 (GLOBAL ONLINE CONFERENCE)
2023-12-06 4:00 am
2023-12-08
## Details The [PyData Global Online Conference](https://pydata.org/global2023/) is where users, contributors, and newcomers can share experiences to learn from one another and grow together. PyData provides a virtual forum for the international community of users and developers of data analysis tools to share ideas and learn from each other. The global PyData network promotes discussion of best practices, new approaches, and emerging technologies for data management, processing, analytics, and visualization. This three-day online event consists of talks, tutorials, and discussions to bring attendees the latest project features along with cutting-edge use cases. The time span of the conference stretches beyond any single time zone, reflecting the global nature of our community. To accommodate our attendees, each session will be recorded and made available to attendees the following day. Following the Conference, all recordings will be posted to the PyData YouTube channel. Tickets follow a pay-what-you-can model and can be found here: [https://pydata.org/global2023/tickets](https://pydata.org/global2023/tickets) **Why Charge for an Online Conference?** Revenue from the event will go to PyData and NumFOCUS, a nonprofit organization that supports open source scientific computer programming. NumFOCUS currently sponsors 60 Open Source Projects, and organizes community-driven educational programs for users and developers of open source scientific tools. While the 2023 PyData Global Conference has no costs for venue or catering, there are still costs associated with bringing the event online. We also need to continue paying fixed costs to keep NumFOCUS healthy, as well as continue supporting the open source community. For this reason, we have chosen to sell tickets with a pay-what-you-can pricing model. We appreciate your support for us during this time so that we can keep supporting you in the future.
Data Considerations for Grants
2023-11-23 7:00 pm
2023-11-24
**Are you passionate about driving a positive impact in our community using data?** Modern grantors increasingly value evidence-backed proposals that leverage data-driven insights to address societal challenges. Whether advocating for a community project, a research endeavor, or a non-profit initiative, incorporating data into your grant application enhances credibility and demonstrates a strategic approach. On November 23, join us online as we welcome our guest speaker, Marc LePage. Marc is an experienced data professional who will be helping us understand how to help non-profit organizations use data in their grant applications. Grant applications are a discipline of their own. It is easy to lose momentum or even miss a deadline without data available. After being approved, there are often obligations to report on the impact of the initiative or event. An overview for approaching these challenges will include: * Data Sources for Questions & Answers * Definitions (Budget, Impact, Categories) * Repeatability and reproducibility Applying data management principles can make the most of limited resources and leave more time to focus on the goals & strategy behind applications. Please invite your friends, peers, and anyone interested in driving positive change through data. We are looking forward to meeting everyone! 📅 Date: Thursday, November 23rd 🕔 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM 📍 Location: Online (Zoom link to be shared with attendees) **Speaker's Bio**: Marc is a CDMP-certified data professional with 12 years of BI experience specializing in Reporting and Data Migration. He is also a board member of a local community association and has experience working with non-profit organizations. Don’t miss your opportunity to hear from Marc! Secure your spot today! **About Data for Good**: Data For Good YYC is a collective of volunteer do-gooders who want to use their powers for good to help make our communities better through data. We help non-profit and social organizations harness the power of their data through analytics and visualizations to leverage their impact in the community. Website: [https://calgary.dataforgood.ca/](https://calgary.dataforgood.ca/) **Agenda**: 7:00 - 7:10 pm - Data for Good Intro 7:10- 7:50 pm - Marc's presentation 7:50 - 8:00 pm - Q & A, networking
Databricks Calgary User Group & YYC Data Joint Networking Event
2023-11-27 4:00 pm
2023-11-28
We would like to invite our members to a joint networking event between Databricks and YYC Data. Come learn how Alberta organizations are leveraging Databricks to make a positive impact in the community. At this event, you will: * Hear from some of our partners and customers and: * Thomas King from Nova Chemicals, presenting on how they migrated from Hive to Unity Catalog for data governance * Behrooz K-Hosseini from Slalom presenting on Data-Ops * Wish Bakshi from Capital Power presenting on ML-Ops * Network with your peers and people in the Calgary Data community **Space is limited. To attend this event, you must Register at the link below!** **[Register Here](https://events.databricks.com/FY241127-FE-UserGroup-Calgary)**
Innovation Week - Transitioning to Tech: Exploring Technology-Adjacent Roles
2023-11-20 6:00 pm
2023-11-21
***Untapped Energy*** and ***Snowflake*** present the November 2023 meetup: Transitioning to Tech: Exploring Technology-Adjacent Roles presented by Allie Knull. This special meetup is part of 2023 Innovation Week! Have you ever wondered what it might take to pivot your career into the vibrant and fast growing area of Technology? Join us to hear about: 1. The growing technology and innovation sector in Calgary (and beyond) 2. Exploring Tech-Adjacent roles definitions with examples 3. Skills Inventories, Transferable Knowledge, and Relevant Abilities 4. The Toolkit to Transition to Tech 5. Overcoming Challenges and Finding Opportunities We will be giving away 2 copies of Allie's "**Career Change in Canada workbook**" (value $60 each) which includes one on one coaching, a work preferences assessment, resume reviews and tools and job posting comparisons! The meetup also features: * "AI Hot Takes" - hear the latest in developments of practical AI * Snacks and beverages * Door prizes and swag To better engage this month's AI Hot Takes topic ("Generative AI and the future of work in America"), check out this free report: [https://www.mckinsey.com/mgi/our-research/generative-ai-and-the-future-of-work-in-america](https://www.mckinsey.com/mgi/our-research/generative-ai-and-the-future-of-work-in-america) Don't miss out— this is a free event but register for your spot now!
Using Data to Transform Operations - One Project, Two Perspectives
2023-11-28 5:30 pm
2023-11-29
Susan and Shannon worked together as analysts at Westjet. Learn tips from these two aviation analysts on how to bring organizational change from data. Using non-technical language, they will walk you through their story in going from identifying a problem, collecting and analyzing data, and bringing together stakeholders to improve operations. This event will start with some networking time and the talk will get started around 6.
Drive Growth Through Data in Non-Profits
2023-10-26 5:00 pm
2023-10-27
**Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the world?** On October 26th, Forward (By Motiv) will host an in-person event in partnership with Data for Good. We are excited to welcome Adriano, a Product Manager at Motiv, who will share insights on driving growth through data in nonprofits. With a wealth of experience in various projects and initiatives, Adriano will deliver an enlightening presentation, delving into growth challenges, key takeaways, and how to leverage data to inform your strategies from his work with nonprofits. The event will also include a meet & greet where you can meet the Motiv team, including Clark Lai (CEO) and Pietro Breviglieri (Partner Relations Manager). This event is free and open to the public, with food & refreshments provided. Join us at 5 p.m. to network, connect with like-minded peers, and gain valuable insights into nonprofit sustainability. Please feel free to invite your friends, peers and anyone else interested in driving positive change through data. We are looking forward to meeting everyone! 📅 Date: Thursday, October 26th 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: 1st Floor Conference Room, 715 5 Ave SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 2X6 **Speakers' Bio**: Adriano Leite is a seasoned Product Manager and Business Intelligence professional known for driving innovation and data-driven decision-making. Adriano is a Product Manager at Motiv, playing a pivotal role in spearheading growth and product initiatives. With a history of more than ten years working with innovation, Adriano has a proven track record of creating innovative products that enhance customer experiences, build strong communities, and growth. From his early career in oceanography to his current work in the tech industry, Adriano has been collaborating closely with various non-profits on their growth initiatives. Don’t miss your opportunity to hear from Adriano. Secure your spot today. Linkedin: [Adriano Leite \| LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriano-leite-bi/) **About Forward**: Forward is a growth-as-a-service agency under the Motiv umbrella. We empower businesses with scalable growth strategies. Our team of experts spans across 45+ specialties, delivering innovative growth systems that drive your success by integrating Strategy, Marketing, Business Development, Customer Experience, Design, and Product. Website: [Forward (forwardgrowth.co)](https://www.forwardgrowth.co/) \| [Forward: Overview \| LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/forward-by-motiv/) **About Motiv**: Motiv is a digital innovation firm specializing in venture building. Our team creates meaningful change through cutting-edge technologies, data-driven strategies, and innovative business models, generating new value for organizations and the world in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Website: [Home - Motiv™](https://motiv.digital/) \| [Motiv: Overview \| LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/motivdigital/) **About Data for Good**: Data For Good YYC is a collective of volunteer do-gooders, who want to use their powers for good to help make our communities better through data. We help non-profit and social organizations harness the power of their data through analytics and visualizations in order to leverage their impact in the community. Website: https://calgary.dataforgood.ca/ **Logistics:** The event will be held at the Conference Room of Tillyard Building on 715 5 Ave SW Calgary, AB T2P2X6. The Conference room is located on the ground floor at the entrance on the left (we will have volunteers at the entrance) **Food:** We will provide Pizza and pop to our guests **Agenda**: 5:00 to 6:00 pm - Meet and greet the Motiv team & peers refreshments 6:00 pm - Data for Good Intro 6:10 pm - Motiv & Forward Intro 6:25 pm - Adriano's presentation 6:50 pm - Q & A 7:00 pm - Networking
2023-10: Quant Investment - Viewpoint | Data in Agriculture - Flokk
2023-10-30 5:30 pm
2023-10-31
**Summary** Trick or Treat! Join us for pizza, candy and two great data science talks! First up we have Benjamin Reeves, Partner and Senior VP of Data Science and Engineering, as he unravels the challenges, lessons, and achievements experienced during the evolution of Viewpoint's global quant investing platform. Next, we have Mark Olson, President of Flokk systems. Flokk provides services and devices that affordably integrate information collection with agriculture field operations, ensuring current and accurate management information and regulatory reporting. **Agenda** * 5:30 - Networking and Food * 5:45 - Introduction to PyData and PyYYC * 5:50 - Ben Reeves, Viewpoint Investment Partners * 6:30 - 10 minute break * 6:40 - Mark Olson, Flokk Systems **Venue:** Platform Calgary Annex (To the left of the East Entrance and Pitch Stage) **Ben Reeves - Viewpoint Investment** In the beginning, there was Excel. When Viewpoint Investment Partners was a freshly minted investment management firm back in 2016, the first versions of their models were built in massive Microsoft Excel workbooks held together by sweat and grit. Now, in 2023, Viewpoint's team of engineers and data scientists seamlessly build and deploy containerized python models leveraging cloud-native infrastructure and advanced ML technologies. Powering these models are suites of services providing end-to-end automation of all phases of the investment process including data ingestion, feature engineering, optimization, trading, and reporting. Join Benjamin Reeves, Partner and Senior VP of Data Science and Engineering, as he unravels the challenges, lessons, and achievements experienced during the evolution of Viewpoint's global quant investing platform. **Mark Olson - Flokk Systems** Mark is founder and President of Flokk Systems, a Canadian AgTech startup.His diverse background in open source software, IT leadership, and agriculture provides the background to necessary to deliver solutions that address the infrastructure, working environment, and economic realities, of Canadian agriculture. His experience with open systems goes back to the early 90's beginning with Yggdrasil Linux, and the entire stack and operating environment of Flokk is based on open source systems. Mark lives and works in rural Alberta, and has a lifetime’s experience in primary Agriculture.
Datathon Recap - Jumpstart Refugee Talent
2023-06-22 7:00 pm
Join us for a recap of our Datathon where Jumpstart Refugee Talent will be speaking on findings and insights uncovered by the participants.
Flash Talk Social
2023-06-28 5:00 pm
2023-06-28
For June, we'll be meeting at a brewery for some socializing on a patio. We will let you know which brewery a little closer to the date. For now, we're looking for presenters! Have you always wanted to share something at an event but were intimidated by the format of a 40 minute presentation? We get it! This event is for you! Tell us what you want to talk about for 5 minutes and we'll add you to the rotation! It doesn't have to be related to your job; it can just be something you're passionate about in the world of women or data. No preparation needed, just grab a soap box and tell us your story! (Please let us know by June 9 if you're interested by commenting or messaging us here on Meetup).
Datathon - Jumpstart Refugee Talent
2023-05-05 7:00 pm
2023-05-07
Are you someone who loves to build things with data and wants to do good for the community? Then join us for our first in-person datathon since 2018 with Jumpstart Refugee Talent, hosted by Data for Good - Calgary.
Datathon Kick-off: Introduction to Datathon with Jumpstart Refugee Talent
2023-04-27 6:30 pm
2023-04-27
Join us on Thursday, April 27, for an exciting Meetup as we introduce the upcoming Datathon with Jumpstart Refugee Talent (JRT) taking place on May 5-7!
From data collection to storytelling - A playbook
2023-03-23 7:00 pm
2023-03-24
Data for Good - Calgary Thursday, March 23 at 7:00 PM Welcome! We have a jam packed meetup this month. First we will hear from one of our Micro-projects groups, YYC Datapost. They will present their proje... https://www.meetup.com/data-for-good-calgary/events/292272125/
Putting the Value of Verifiable Credentials to Work
2023-03-21 5:30 pm
2023-03 Arcurve Presents: The Time Mine; and Data-driven Solutions with Sajjad
2023-03-01 5:30 pm
Untapped Energy Dec 2022 : Which Came First, The Experience Or The Opportunity?
2022-12-13 5:30 pm
2022-12-14
Untapped Energy Meetup Tuesday, December 13 at 5:30 PM **Abstract:**These days job security is a myth, and high-demand job opportunities are often in the world of tech. The problem is that once you pivot y... https://www.meetup.com/untappedenergy/events/290160871/
Networking
2022-12-15 6:00 pm
2022-12-16
Women in Data Calgary Thursday, December 15 at 6:00 PM For December, we are going to have a networking event at the First Street Market. Come meet each other in person in the festive season! https://www.meetup.com/women-in-data-calgary/events/290033615/
2022.12 Lightning Talks
2022-12-05 5:30 pm
2022-12-06
Calgary Artificial Intelligence Meetup Monday, December 5 at 5:30 PM At this session, we will hear from several speakers across a wide variety of industries in several short-form (15 minute) talks. * 5:30 - Networking a... https://www.meetup.com/calgary-ai/events/289750603/
2022-11 BrewAI and Carbon Assessors
2022-11-30 5:30 pm
2022-12-01
PyData Calgary Wednesday, November 30 at 5:30 PM Welcome to the PyData Calgary November Meetup! First we will hear from Kenneth Loughery. He is the Co-Founder and CTO of Carbon Assessors, a tech star... https://www.meetup.com/pydata-calgary/events/289636318/
Deep Learning Fellowship Meetup: Experimental study of time series forecasting methods for groundwater level prediction
2022-11-24 5:30 pm
2022-11-25
Deep Learning Fellowship Meetup Thursday, November 24 at 5:30 PM **Abstract:**Experimental study of time series forecasting methods for groundwater level prediction https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-optfgvkc/events/289636375/
Micro Projects: Member-Led Group Volunteer Projects - 3rd Cohort
2022-11-24 7:00 pm
2022-11-25
Data for Good - Calgary Thursday, November 24 at 7:00 PM We are launching our 3rd Micro Projects cohort! We've seen tremendous success with our previous cohort projects and want to keep them coming! The Mic... https://www.meetup.com/data-for-good-calgary/events/289716403/
Untapped Energy Nov 2022 Meetup: Cloud Data Lake Security, today and beyond
2022-11-15 7:00 pm
2022-11-16
Untapped Energy Meetup Tuesday, November 15 at 7:00 PM **Abstract:**Cheap storage costs, improved storage formats, and infinite infrastructure scaling have helped many enterprises adopt data lakes as part ... https://www.meetup.com/untappedenergy/events/289547280/
Forging Your Path in Leadership: Data as a tool of self-advocacy and advancement
2022-11-17 5:00 pm
2022-11-18
Women in Data Calgary Thursday, November 17 at 5:00 PM Join us for our monthly talk! On Thursday, November 17, from 5-7 pm, at Madame Premier we will host a presentation on how womxn and other minorities c... https://www.meetup.com/women-in-data-calgary/events/289427380/
Can you hear me now? – Moving Towards A Digital Equity Strategy
2022-11-08 7:00 pm
2022-11-09
Data for Good - Calgary Tuesday, November 8 at 7:00 PM This November 8th CivicTechYYC and Data for Good will be hosting a presentation and discussion with The City of Calgary on moving towards a digital eq... https://www.meetup.com/data-for-good-calgary/events/289390654/
Part 3: Bringing It Together: Affirm Your Value in your Interview and Career
2021-11-18 6:00 pm
2021-11-19
Women in Data Calgary Thursday, November 18 at 6:00 PM I am very excited to announce a 3-part workshop called "Knowing Your Professional Value and Learning How to Share it":If you've experienced a difficul... https://www.meetup.com/Women-in-Data-Calgary/events/280604066/
Building Competence with Git
2021-05-12 6:00 pm
2021-05-13
Women in Data Calgary Wednesday, May 12 at 6:00 PM This session is a collaboration between several communities, including PyData, YYC Dev, and Women in Data. Why are so many communities involved in a G... https://www.meetup.com/Women-in-Data-Calgary/events/278090374/
Building Competence with Git
2021-05-12 6:00 pm
2021-05-13
PyData Calgary Wednesday, May 12 at 6:00 PM This PyData session is a collaboration between several communities, including PyData, YYC Dev, and Women in Data. Why are so many communities involved... https://www.meetup.com/PyData-Calgary/events/278089731/
October Meetup with Wish Bakshi: MLOps and Igor Cornejo: Geopy
2022-10-26 5:30 pm
2022-10-27
PyData Calgary Wednesday, October 26 at 5:30 PM Welcome back PyData Calgary to our first in-person event in over a year! We have two great speakers lined up. **Venue:** Platform Calgary classroom 2,... https://www.meetup.com/pydata-calgary/events/289140977/
Introduction to Responsible AI and the Path to Certification
2022-10-27 7:00 pm
2022-10-28
Data for Good - Calgary Thursday, October 27 at 7:00 PM **Working Together For AI We Can Trust** Artificial Intelligence holds great potential and great peril. When not designed in a thoughtful and responsi... https://www.meetup.com/data-for-good-calgary/events/289138318/
2022.11 ARC Resources and Chata
2022-11-04 5:30 pm
2022-11-05
Calgary Artificial Intelligence Meetup Friday, November 4 at 5:30 PM We're back! After taking a break from the world of virtual webinars, we are pleased to announce that the Calgary Artificial Intelligence Meetup is ret... https://www.meetup.com/calgary-ai/events/289080557/
Untapped Energy Oct 2022 Meetup: Predictive analytics for upstream oil & gas
2022-10-18 5:30 pm
2022-10-19
Untapped Energy Meetup Tuesday, October 18 at 5:30 PM For this event, we are delighted to partner with ***Snowflake*** in growing the data community **Abstract:**Find out how predictive analytics produces... https://www.meetup.com/untappedenergy/events/289053854/
Localised Innovation Through The Centre for Social Impact Technology
2022-10-11 7:00 pm
2022-10-12
Data for Good - Calgary Tuesday, October 11 at 7:00 PM We are excited to invite you to our first in-person/hybrid event since early 2020! On Tuesday, October 11th at 7 pm, Drew Thomas will introduce the Ce... https://www.meetup.com/data-for-good-calgary/events/288867201/
PyData Global 2022 (GLOBAL ONLINE CONFERENCE)
2022-11-30 11:30 pm
2022-12-03
PyData Calgary Wednesday, November 30 at 11:30 PM The (https://pydata.org/global2022/) is where users, contributors, and newcomers can share experiences to learn from one another and grow together. Py... https://www.meetup.com/pydata-calgary/events/288055607/
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2022-09-19 11:46 am
2022-09-19
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DAMA Calgary Board Meeting
2022-09-06 5:15 pm
2022-09-07
Hello everyone, Somehow, I missed Scott and Darrin in the original invite. (Thanks, Ron, for actually reading the meeting invite.) Now that I've mastered O365 distribution lists, this shouldn't happen again. As discussed, I've booked a monthly recurring Board Meeting, the first Tuesday of the month, until next year. If this time is repeatedly problematic for any of you, please let me know so we can reschedule. Thanks for your continued and active participation, Marc ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_Yjg2ZjA2ZDAtMzI5Ny00YWM1LTljOWYtM2VkYjEyNzhhNzlh%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_Yjg2ZjA2ZDAtMzI5Ny00YWM1LTljOWYtM2VkYjEyNzhhNzlh@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
Untapped Energy Sep 2022 Meetup: "No Code" Machine Learning in Power BI
2022-09-20 5:30 pm
2022-09-21
Untapped Energy Meetup Tuesday, September 20 at 5:30 PM Do you want to learn more about Machine Learning and Analytics, but you are worried about your coding skills? This event will let you know how, so don... https://www.meetup.com/untappedenergy/events/288309766/
DAMA September Chapter Meeting
2022-09-15 11:45 am
2022-09-15
Speaker: Giri Sankar (Chief Architect at SaskPower) Topic: Innovation Journey at SaskPower ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NDZlNWUyMWUtNzU3MS00Mzc2LTkxMWQtYzE3MDFjZjJiOGNi%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243%22%7d> Meeting ID: 269 808 823 996 Passcode: 4MqAqC Download Teams<https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app> | Join on the web<https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-teams/join-a-meeting> Learn More<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting> | Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=d475e90e-57e6-4dc5-a9ed-cf84e6c6c243&tenantId=f1284c0c-c5df-4e78-8524-1d15ea7f7625&threadId=19_meeting_NDZlNWUyMWUtNzU3MS00Mzc2LTkxMWQtYzE3MDFjZjJiOGNi@thread.v2&messageId=0&language=en-CA> ________________________________________________________________________________
#NotInMyCity: Improving Human Trafficking Data & Reporting in Alberta
2022-09-22 7:00 pm
2022-09-23
Data for Good - Calgary Thursday, September 22 at 7:00 PM In this Meetup, we will introduce #NotInMyCity, our upcoming partner project with PolicyWise. This project aims to Improve the reporting of human traf... https://www.meetup.com/data-for-good-calgary/events/288370789/
Neo Does Data Open House and Speed Interviews
2022-06-22 5:30 pm
2022-06-23
Untapped Energy Meetup Wednesday, June 22 at 5:30 PM Are you looking for your next role in tech? Then you don't want to miss this data open house and speed interview event by our friends at NEO financial... https://www.meetup.com/untappedenergy/events/286609427/
Land a Great Career: The Value of Predictive Analytics in Asset Management
2022-06-16 6:00 pm
2022-06-17
Women in Data Calgary Thursday, June 16 at 6:00 PM Join us on June 16th for an insightful talk on data analytics applied to the land asset management industry. Our speaker, Esmeralda, will be sharing s... https://www.meetup.com/women-in-data-calgary/events/286326811/
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