Mindstone Zurich November AI Meetup
Welcome to the biggest Practical AI Meetup in Zurich, a partnership between Mindstone and Kickstart!
Join us once a month as we explore the world of artificial intelligence, its cutting-edge practical applications, and the astonishing projects that are shaping our future.
Why should you attend?
- Get up close and personal with the AI projects that are redefining the boundaries of technology and human potential.
- Learn from the brightest minds in the field and gain valuable insights into the ever-evolving AI landscape.
- Unleash your curiosity, fuel your creativity, and expand your network as you connect with fellow AI aficionados and pioneers.
What you can expect?
Mindstone events consist of three talks covering different aspects:
- What I Learned Building With LLMs: A technical talk breaking down the process for building a product using AI with real-life learnings and insights.
- How To Be More Productive Using AI: A practical demo and step-by-step guide on how to use AI to speed up and improve tasks.
- What Does The Future Look Like With AI?: A theoretical talk on the impact of AI on work, life and society.
After the talks we'll have pizza, drinks, and time to connect with everyone around you.
Don't miss the opportunity to see what's really happening in AI - you'll be surprised at what's already possible today.
We have limited spots available, so get your ticket ahead of time to avoid disappointment!
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Doors Open
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Introduction
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Working with data you shouldn't share on ChatGPT by Matthias Zwingli
When your data is too sensitive for public AI tools, you face certain limitations. This session shows what changes when you switch from platforms to APIs or self-hosted LLMs and how to still get great results.
View recordingWhat We Learned from Swiss AI Weeks – and What You Can Learn Too by Anikó Ivanics
What happens when students, researchers, and industry experts come together to solve real-world problems with AI? This talk shares highlights from Swiss AI Weeks, a nationwide initiative uniting Switzerland’s top universities and tech leaders. Anikó will explore: - What makes Switzerland an ideal AI launchpad - How to choose and use the right AI tools for your work or studies - What individuals can learn - from creativity with LLMs to responsible AI use - What future leaders can learn – how to think critically, stay adaptable, and use AI as a creative partner You’ll walk away with practical insights, trend comparisons, and some inspiration to build your own AI practice or project. You’ll walk away with practical insights, trend comparisons, and next steps to stay ahead in an ever-evolving AI landscape.
View recordingUsing AI for coaching by Stefano Piano
I will use AI tools to coach yourself, get feedback and feel more comfortable about your work
View recordingWrap Up
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Pizza, Drinks & Networking
Casual networking with food and drinks
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