What we’re about
This group is for all IT professionals, past, present, and future. We are a dedicated group of professionals who love to learn about anything in the broad IT field, and our group is for all skill levels. We host at least one meetup a month where we get together to learn about new technologies, fields, and opportunities. Our guest speakers are full-time professionals who work with cutting-edge technologies and want to share their passions.
Recruiters are always welcome at our events. Networking is a key to success when you are job hunting, so please reach out to any of the organizers with your resume if you would like us to give it to our recruiting partners.
Intellectual Point has been kind enough to host our meetup since its inception. If you would like to connect with Carrie at Intellectual Point please use carrie@intellectualpoint.com.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- How Agentic AI Will Change Your JobLink visible for attendees
What if your next coworker isn’t human—but an autonomous AI agent that never sleeps, never forgets, and never asks for vacation? Welcome to the era of Agentic AI, where tools like AutoGPT, Devin, and other emerging "AI coworkers" are reshaping the modern workplace.
In this exciting, no-code session, we’ll explore the rise of Agentic AI—AI systems that go beyond responding to prompts and can autonomously plan, reason, and execute multi-step tasks with minimal human input. These aren't just chatbots—they’re task-completing collaborators.🌐 What You’ll Learn:
- What is Agentic AI, and how does it work?
- Real-world examples of AI agents acting as:
- 🔍 Research analysts that summarize hours of content in minutes
- 🧳 Travel planners that organize entire trips from scratch
- 📋 Executive assistants that manage tasks, schedules, and emails
- How Agentic AI is transforming fields like marketing, software development, HR, and logistics
- The difference between traditional AI tools (like ChatGPT) and agent-based systems
💬 Why You Should Attend:
This isn’t about learning to code—it’s about learning to collaborate with your future AI coworkers. Whether you’re a tech-savvy professional, a creative, or someone just curious about the future of work, you’ll walk away with:- A clear understanding of the possibilities (and limitations) of Agentic AI
- Practical insight into how to leverage AI to delegate work
- A provocative conversation on job disruption vs. augmentation
Join us to discover how to stay relevant, informed, and empowered in a world where AI doesn't just assist—it acts.
Don't forget to register for CEUs the day before the Meetup: Register Here!
- How AI Thinks: The Power of Prompt EngineeringLink visible for attendees
Want to unlock the full potential of AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini without writing a single line of code? The secret lies in how you talk to them.
Welcome to the world of Prompt Engineering—where your words are the new programming language. Whether you’re writing emails, summarizing documents, building social content, brainstorming ideas, or doing research, crafting the right prompt can make the difference between a generic response and mind-blowing results.
🛠️ What You’ll Learn:
- How AI models “think” and why prompt phrasing matters
- Key frameworks like role prompting, few-shot prompting, and zero-shot prompts
- Real-world before/after examples of prompt tweaks that improve clarity, depth, tone, and accuracy
- Prompt templates you can use for writing, planning, research, and ideation
✨ Why This Session Is a Must:
Prompt engineering feels like magic—a simple change in wording can unlock dramatically better results. This meetup will show you how to speak the language of AI to boost your productivity, creativity, and problem-solving skills—no coding or technical background required.⚡ Interactive Demos:
We’ll run side-by-side comparisons in real time:- Vague vs. specific prompts
- Flat vs. engaging writing
- Generic vs. expert-level answers
You’ll leave with a toolkit of AI prompts and techniques you can start using immediately.
Don't forget to register for CEUs the day before the Meetup: Register Here!
- AI for Career Growth: Resumes, Interviews & Personal BrandingLink visible for attendees
Ready to level up your career with a little help from AI? Whether you're job hunting, preparing for an interview, or just polishing your professional brand—Generative AI tools can give you a serious edge.
In this practical, no-code session, we’ll show you how to use AI as your personal career coach—helping you write standout resumes, ace tough interview questions, and craft a LinkedIn profile that actually gets noticed.What You’ll Learn:
- How to use AI to tailor resumes and cover letters to job descriptions in seconds
- Tools that analyze your resume and give instant feedback
- How to run mock interviews with AI agents and Meta Humans
- Create polished LinkedIn headlines, summaries, and featured sections with GenAI with Neuroscale ARBI
Why This Session Matters:
The job market is changing fast—and AI is quickly becoming the ultimate career hack. This session isn’t just about tips—it’s about transformation. You’ll learn how to present yourself smarter, faster, and more confidently with tools that are free (or nearly free).What You’ll Take Away:
- An AI-generated resume tailored to your dream job
- A refreshed LinkedIn summary that makes recruiters stop scrolling
- A toolkit of AI career tools you can start using today
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Bring your current resume or LinkedIn profile—we’ll have live demos and actionable examples! Whether you're a student, a job seeker, or exploring your next career move, this session will give you the confidence and tools to stand out in an AI-first world.
Don't forget to register for CEUs the day before the Meetup: Register Here!
- Agentic AI & RAG in Action – Build Smarter AI with Open-Source LLMsLink visible for attendees
What if your AI could think, plan, and retrieve knowledge just like an intelligent assistant? In this hands-on workshop, you'll explore Agentic AI and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)—two cutting-edge techniques that supercharge open-source LLMs like LLaMA, Mistral, and Falcon to perform real-world tasks with reasoning and contextual awareness. Learn how to build AI agents that can search the web, analyze documents, automate decision-making, and even interact with APIs dynamically. We’ll show you how to leverage LangChain, LlamaIndex, and vector databases (like ChromaDB and FAISS) to create AI-powered research assistants, customer support bots, and data analysis tools—all running on affordable local setups or cloud instances. Whether you're an AI builder, researcher, or enthusiast, this session will unlock the next evolution of intelligent, task-driven AI applications.
Do not forget to signup for CE credits (signup opens the day before the Meetup) ➡️CE Certificate Signup
