Sergio Huerta to Present Drupal ECA and AI Workflow Automation Talk in Madrid

Join the 6th SIG AI Meeting in Madrid (10–11 March 2026), a hybrid, noon-to-noon gathering hosted by RedIRIS that brings together the AI community within the GÉANT ecosystem to shape practical AI deployment in research and education networks. This Spring 2026 meeting is designed to move AI from a peripheral topic to a core strategic priority for NRENs, with a focus on real-world applications, governance, and shared learnings. Attendees will explore how autonomous agents could transform workflows beyond simple chatbots, while also diving into AI-driven network management, predictive maintenance, and operational efficiency. Key themes include: - Agentic AI: examining the shift from scripted bots to autonomous agents and their potential impact on research and education infrastructures. - Intelligent Networks: leveraging AI for network monitoring, optimization, and proactive maintenance. - AI Policy & Governance: navigating the evolving regulatory landscape, ethics, and policy considerations for AI in the research and education sector. - Community Showcases: insights from RedIRIS and other NREN hosts on home-grown AI initiatives and pilots. Whether your organization is already delivering AI services or is in the early stages of strategic planning, this meeting offers a collaborative space to share best practices and help define the future service portfolio of the GÉANT community. The event is hybrid, with in-person attendance in Madrid facilitating networking opportunities, alongside virtual participation for our global members. The meeting runs from noon to noon, and there will be a joint dinner on the evening of 10 March. For more details, see the wiki page linked from the event site. This is a valuable opportunity for AI researchers, IT directors, network engineers, policy makers, and vendors collaborating in the European NREN space to learn, connect, and co-create how AI and automation can be responsibly deployed at scale across national research networks. Registration and further updates are available on the event page.

Automate NOW! Madrid brings together Madrid’s community of enterprise automation enthusiasts for a practical, hands-on meetup focused on AI-powered automation, no-code approaches, and smarter workflows. This in-person event (organized by the Automate NOW Madrid meetup group) is a platform to exchange ideas, share best practices, discuss trends, and strengthen local professional networks. Attendees will gain exposure to real-world automation stories, tool-aware discussions, and actionable strategies you can apply in your own projects or teams. Whether you’re an engineer, product manager, IT professional, data scientist, or solo founder exploring automation concepts, this meetup is designed to help you level up with peers who are actively building and refining automation solutions. What to expect: - Short talks and case studies from local practitioners on automating data pipelines, IT operations, DevOps workflows, and enterprise processes - Practical discussions on AI-powered workload automation, data orchestration, and cloud-native automation strategies - Real-world use cases, migration tips, and DataOps considerations drawn from industry experience - Hands-on discussions and opportunities to share your own projects, challenges, and learnings - Networking time to connect with peers, potential collaborators, and mentors in the Madrid automation community Who should attend: - Developers, engineers, and IT professionals - Data engineers, DevOps practitioners, and site reliability engineers - Product managers, solution architects, and digital transformation leads - Solo founders and makers exploring automation and AI agents Format and vibe: - In-person meetup focused on practical knowledge exchange and peer-to-peer learning - Open discussion format with optional lightning talks and live demos - Inclusive environment aimed at helping attendees translate ideas into actionable automation projects Why this matters: - You’ll hear concrete examples of automation in the wild, including workflows, orchestration patterns, and tool-aware strategies that scale - It’s a great place to discover local talent, potential collaborators, and opportunities to bring automation concepts into your own work - The meetup fosters a culture of experimentation and citizen developer-friendly approaches that complement traditional IT and developer teams Registration: - Sign up on Meetup to secure a seat and connect with fellow participants: https://www.meetup.com/automate-now-madrid -

Mindstone Madrid March 19, 2026 Practical AI Meetup – Madrid’s go-to evening for hands-on AI exploration, real-world projects, and community networking. This is the biggest Practical AI Meetup in Madrid, held monthly to dive into cutting-edge AI applications, share learnings, and connect with fellow builders and enthusiasts. Why attend? You’ll get up close with live AI projects redefining technology and human potential, learn from practitioners who are shipping today, and walk away with actionable ideas you can try in your own work. Whether you’re a developer, product manager, founder, researcher, or simply AI-curious, this event is designed to accelerate your understanding of practical AI. What to expect - Three focused talks covering different angles of practical AI: - What I Learned Building With LLMs: a technical talk breaking down the process of building a product using AI, with real-life learnings and insights. - How To Be More Productive Using AI: a hands-on demo and step-by-step guide on using AI to speed up tasks and improve efficiency. - What Does The Future Look Like With AI?: a theoretical discussion on AI’s impact on work, life, and society. - Networking, Q&A, and opportunities to meet fellow AI aficionados and pioneers. - Pizza, drinks, and informal conversations after the talks to exchange ideas and potential collaborations. Agenda snapshot Doors Open → Welcome and event introduction → What I Learned Building With LLMs → How To Be More Productive Using AI → What Does The Future Look Like With AI? → Wrap Up → Pizza, Drinks & Networking. Event details - Date: 19 March 2026 - Time: 10:00–12:00 (time zone listed as PST in the promo text; please confirm local Madrid time at registration) - Venue: Celonis, Plaza de Manuel Gómez-Moreno, Madrid - Format: in-person meetup with three talks, followed by networking - Audience: developers, product folks, startup builders, researchers, and AI enthusiasts looking for practical, actionable AI insights - Capacity: limited spots; register in advance to secure a place Cross-linking and exploration - Find more AI events in [Madrid](https://www.createwith.com/cities/madrid) - Explore more [automation events](/directory/events?topic=automation) and [ai-agents events](/directory/events?topic=ai-agents) Notes - This is a real, single-event page for a Madrid-based meetup carrying a practical, hands-on focus on AI. - Event topics emphasize practical AI applications, productivity, and the broader impact of

ICMLAI-2026, May 18–20 in Madrid — a premier international conference on machine learning and AI featuring keynotes, paper presentations, workshops and networking. Topics include deep learning, NLP, robotics, XAI, federated learning, healthcare AI and real-world applications.