ODSC AI Lagos 7-Week Virtual AI Engineering Accelerator 2026

AI Today: Navigating the Cultural and Technical Landscape is a Lagos-based meetup designed for practitioners, researchers, developers and curious community members who want to cut through AI hype and have a grounded, useful conversation about what AI is really changing in our work, learning, creation, and online interactions. Scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM, this in-person gathering brings together local voices building AI systems to discuss the practical realities, ethical trade-offs, and social impacts of AI across different regions and communities. Expect a candid, inclusive space where attendees share real-world experiences—what’s working, what isn’t, and what we should be cautious about as AI becomes more embedded in everyday life. The aim is not just to listen, but to spark thoughtful dialogue, with opportunities for Q&A, small-group discussions, and peer learning. If you’re curious about AI beyond the hype and want to hear from those shaping AI in diverse contexts, this space is for you. Attendees should come prepared to engage in practical conversation, share lessons learned, and explore how AI is influencing business, education, culture, and governance in Lagos and beyond. This event is organized by the PyData Lagos community, a space for developers, data scientists and AI enthusiasts to exchange ideas, showcase projects, and learn from one another. For those exploring no-code/low-code experimentation or AI-enabled workflows, the session offers context on what tools and approaches are gaining traction in real-world settings. Registration is via the Meetup page, and you can discover more about AI events in Lagos or related automation and AI topics through our broader directory and city pages. Find more AI events in [Lagos](https://www.createwith.com/cities/lagos) and explore more [automation events](/directory/events?topic=automation).

This Lagos Zoho User Group (ZUG) Meetup offers a unique opportunity for professionals and business leaders in Lagos to explore how Zoho CRM can transform business operations and outcomes. The event specifically focuses on leveraging Zoho CRM's powerful modules such as Blueprint, Workflow Automation, and Reports to enhance operational efficiency across various industries. Attendees will gain hands-on insights into automating business workflows, creating efficient operational processes, and utilizing reporting features to drive data-informed decisions. This meetup is ideal for users of Zoho CRM, entrepreneurs, small to medium-sized business owners, and anyone interested in no-code automation within customer relationship management. The format is community-driven, featuring presentations, demonstrations, and peer discussions that foster knowledge sharing and networking among Lagos's burgeoning tech and business community. It encourages participants to bring their experiences and queries to the table for mutual learning. If you want to discover how to harness no-code automation effectively with Zoho CRM and drive substantial improvements in your business processes, this is a relevant event. Plus, it offers a chance to connect with other like-minded professionals in Lagos. Explore more automation events in [Lagos](/cities/lagos). Register to learn and innovate with Zoho CRM: https://www.zohomeetups.com/lagos-zoho-user-group-meetup-crm-march-2026

AI Agents with MongoDB — a focused Lagos meetup that unpack how MongoDB powers modern AI agents, from memory and context storage to vector search and intelligent data retrieval. This 3-hour session provides practical architectures you can apply to build scalable, production-ready AI systems. Why attend? - Learn how AI agents store and recall context using MongoDB, enabling persistent memory across sessions. - Explore embeddings and vector search fundamentals and how they enable smarter retrieval within AI-powered apps. - Discover architectural patterns for combining agent logic with MongoDB for reliable, data-driven decision making. What you’ll cover: - What AI agents are and how they work, including basic agent architecture concepts - Memory systems and context storage tailored for AI-powered workflows - Embeddings, vector search fundamentals, and how they relate to data organization in MongoDB - How MongoDB enables intelligent, data-driven applications and scalable agent deployments - Real-world examples of building AI agents that leverage MongoDB for persistence, search, and retrieval Agenda (Approx. 3 hours): - Welcome & Networking - Main Talk: AI Agents with MongoDB — Architecture, Memory & Vector Search - Agent architecture and memory considerations - Embeddings and vector search integration - Practical patterns for production-ready AI apps with MongoDB - Speaker: Emmanuel Lucius — Software Engineer - Skill Badge Opportunity: Participants can complete a post-session activity to earn an official MongoDB Skill Badge to showcase on LinkedIn - Wrap-Up, Resources & Community Announcements - Group Photo Who should attend? - Developers, engineers, data scientists and product builders curious about combining AI agent ideas with MongoDB. - Anyone exploring memory-augmented AI, chat agents, or data-driven decision systems. Details - Date: Saturday, 14th March 2026 - Time: 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM (WAT) - Venue: CBT 18, Lagos State University, Ojo Campus, Lagos - Format: In-person meetup with talks, networking, and a hands-on mindset for practical takeaway - Outcome: You’ll leave with a practical understanding of AI agent architecture and how to power intelligent, data-driven apps with MongoDB. You’ll also have a path to earn a MongoDB Skill Badge. Registration & links - Meetup page: https://www.meetup.com/mongodb-usergroup-lagos/events/313340429 - Find more AI events in Lagos: [Lagos](https://www.createwith.com/cities/lagos) - Explore more [automation e