Join @JoeyDeVilla as he explores retrieval augmented generation (RAG). Learn how this AI technique combines machine learning models with external information retrieval to enhance accuracy. Using a Jupyter notebook and Star Wars characters, Joey explains RAG's principles and demonstrates live coding examples with LangChain and OpenAI. Get hands-on insights into solving hallucinations and outdated information issues with RAG.

Join Josh Mesout, CIO of Civo, in this workshop where we simplify AI and ML, focusing on deploying large language models (LLMs) using open-source tools. Learn how to leverage Civo infrastructure, understand the benefits of open-source models, and gain practical insights into setting up your own AI deployment. Ideal for software engineers and tech enthusiasts looking to reduce reliance on ChatGPT and take control of their machine learning models.

Kunal Nawale, Founder and CEO of SigLens, presents on sustainable computing and observability. Understand the significant energy impact of data centers and how efficient observability can reduce both costs and carbon emissions. Learn about data storage optimization and how SigLens’s open-source solution offers a 90% cost reduction compared to traditional systems like Splunk and Elastic Search.

Join @KunalKushwaha as he delves into the basics of platform engineering, its evolution, and its impact on modern organizations. Learn how it compares to DevOps and watch a live demo of KubeFirst.

In this Apache Pinot real-time analytics workshop, Victor Gamov explores the architecture and use cases of Apache Pinot, an OLAP database designed for low latency and high concurrency. Learn how companies like LinkedIn and Uber leverage real-time analytics to improve their services. The workshop includes hands-on examples of data ingestion from batch and streaming sources and demonstrates the power of Apache Pinot in building scalable, real-time applications.

Steve Woodard from Kyndryl explores the intricacies of app modernization. Learn about the challenges, strategies, and benefits of transforming legacy systems to modern architectures. Steve shares his expertise on reducing technical debt, enhancing application availability, and leveraging AI for data-driven decisions.

Feature flags are more than just on/off switches! In this meetup, we will be exploring a variety of creative ways to use feature flags in your projects. From making safer deployments to running A/B tests and gradually rolling out features, you'll see how versatile and powerful feature flags can be. We'll also introduce the OpenFeature standard, which makes implementing feature flags more streamlined than ever. Whether you're new to feature flags or looking to get more out of them, this session will provide practical insights and tips to help you take your projects to the next level.

Natalie Lunbeck of Shipyard explores how ephemeral environments can transform pre-production processes. Learn about the benefits of on-demand staging environments, enhanced testing, and cost control. Join the discussion on implementing these solutions to improve your development workflow.

Join Eddie Wassef, VP and Chief Architect at Vonage, as he takes you through his journey from the early days of software development to the forefront of platform engineering. Eddie discusses the evolution of software, the impact of open-source, and how modern developers can build efficiently. Perfect for tech enthusiasts, developers, and anyone interested in the history and future of software.

In this video, Ryan Clements from Byte Bot shares his experience integrating Storybook and Next.js. Discover the lessons he learned about automation, documentation, and open-source community engagement. Whether you're a developer or interested in software engineering, this talk offers valuable insights.

Join Civo CTO Dinesh Majrekar as he explores the future of technology and Civo's vision. His talk covers key industry trends, including the impact of the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, Broadcom's acquisition of VMware, and the rise of AI technologies like ChatGPT. Discover insights on sustainable growth, hybrid cloud environments, and the importance of sovereign clouds and green energy. Stay informed about the evolving tech landscape and how Civo is shaping tomorrow.

Explore the capabilities of CivoStack, including its integration with Kubernetes, GPU support, and advanced virtualization features. Learn how to migrate from VMware to CivoStack seamlessly.

In this presentation, Henry Godwin, former leader of VMware's Northern European Cloud Service Provider business, discusses the impacts of Broadcom's acquisition of VMware, the challenges faced by cloud service providers, and the innovative solutions offered by Civo and its CivoStack technology. Learn how Civo is reimagining cloud computing to provide simpler, faster, and better value services, staying true to the original promise of the cloud.

In this panel Navigate Local discussion, industry experts Josh Mesout, James Gress, Brandon Dey, and Cate Gutowski explore the future of AI and machine learning. They discuss the shift from augmentation to automation in software development, the impact of open-source vs. proprietary models, and AI's role in democratizing access to technology. The panel also addresses concerns about AI's influence on human cognition and the importance of human oversight.

In this talk at the Navigate Local talk, Dan Desjardins and Jeroen van Bemmel from explore the potential of ubiquitous computing and compute economies. They highlight how harnessing idle compute power from everyday devices can transform the digital economy and benefit communities worldwide. Watch the live demo to see secure, distributed computing in action, and learn how this approach can reduce costs, improve efficiency, and promote sustainability.

As AI models, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), grow in size and complexity, their deployment becomes increasingly challenging. This meetup explores the complexities involved and effective strategies for managing LLM/AI deployments on Kubernetes, focusing on cost-efficiency and scalability.

In this workshop, Will Stewart, co-founder and CEO of Northflank, walks you through deploying a web application with a Redis database to Civo Kubernetes using the Northflank platform. Learn how to set up a Kubernetes cluster, link GitHub for CI/CD, create production and preview environments, and streamline your DevOps workflows. Perfect for engineering teams looking to enhance their deployment processes.

In this workshop, John Poyser of CodeZero delves into the challenges of Kubernetes and how CodeZero's platform can simplify your development workflow. Watch as John provides a comprehensive live demo, shares insightful use cases, and presents a compelling case study from Civo, demonstrating the practical benefits and enhanced collaboration that CodeZero facilitates.

Join Michael Yuan, CEO of @SecondStateInc, as he explores lightweight large language model (LLM) inference with WebAssembly (WASM). In this video, Michael demonstrates how to run full-scale LLMs like LLaMA on various platforms, from personal laptops to cloud servers, with the efficiency of WASM. He addresses the challenges of running LLMs in cloud environments, offers practical demos, and discusses future applications.