Confidently AI: A Hands-On Day to Build, Learn & Lead with AI

The City College of New York's Center for Professional Studies offers the AI for Business Productivity Certificate Program, a pathway to using Artificial Intelligence to work smarter. This course equips professionals with hands-on skills to automate tasks, create impactful content, and analyze data using AI platforms like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Microsoft Copilot, Zapier, Google Gemini, and Power BI. Learners will master AI to streamline business operations, boost creative output, and solve real-world problems. The program applies AI ethically and efficiently, providing immediately transferable skills for various careers.

The City College of New York's Center for Professional Studies offers the AI for Business Productivity Certificate Program. This course equips professionals with hands-on skills to automate tasks, create impactful content, and analyze data using AI platforms like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Microsoft Copilot, Zapier, Google Gemini, and Power BI. Through practical labs and a capstone project, learners will master streamlining business operations, boosting creative output, and solving real-world problems. The curriculum covers foundational AI concepts, prompt engineering, automated workflows, data analysis, and developing client-facing solutions.

The Ai & Tech Mixer New York 2026 is a premier networking event designed for tech professionals, startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators looking to connect within New York City's vibrant technology scene. Taking place on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Arlo Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY, this mixer offers a dynamic atmosphere to meet influential individuals from leading companies such as Google, Apple, Amazon, SpaceX, and many more. Attendees can expect a lively evening featuring informal networking opportunities with top talent, founders, and venture capitalists from various sectors including AI, startups, and tech entrepreneurship. The event emphasizes fostering strong, lasting business connections and collaborations in an engaging, social environment complete with snacks and drinks. Whether you're seeking your next client, job opportunity, cofounder, or simply want to expand your professional network in AI, automation, and tech innovation, this event offers a valuable platform. This event is ideal for experienced professionals and newcomers alike who are passionate about AI, technology startups, and entrepreneurship. Its focus on IRL (in-real-life) interaction distinguishes it from purely virtual meetups, making it a must-attend for anyone wanting to deepen community ties and stay at the forefront of the AI and tech industries in New York. For those interested in immersive networking and discovering new growth opportunities in AI and automation, register now to join the New York tech community at this unique mixer. Find similar AI events in [New York](/cities/new-york) and explore more [automation events](/directory/events?topic=automation).

Discover how AI-powered test automation and robust test-data strategies are reshaping modern QA at NYC’s The Test Tribe meetup. This session delves into why AI-driven automation and realistic, secure test data are no longer optional—they’re foundational for quality engineering amid accelerating release cycles and increasingly complex systems. Attendees will gain practical frameworks for integrating AI into existing test suites, reducing maintenance, and accelerating delivery without sacrificing reliability. Event Details: - Date: 2026-02-26 (Thursday) - Time: 18:00–20:00 EST - Venue: 307 W 38th St, Studio 1401, New York, NY, USA - Session: The Future of Test Automation: AI & Test Data Strategy - Speaker: Mani Deep Reddy Singireddy, Senior Manager – SDET, Equinox What you’ll learn: - How AI enhances traditional automation with self-healing tests, intelligent test-case generation, and predictive defect detection - The critical role of a strong test-data strategy focused on quality, security, and realism for reliable AI-driven automation - Practical guidance for integrating AI-driven automation into CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows - Real-world constraints and considerations when scaling AI-powered testing in complex environments - How SDET roles are evolving in AI-enabled QA teams and how to prepare for the shift Why attend: - See concrete examples of AI-enabled testing improving coverage and reducing maintenance - Connect with NYC’s QA, automation, and engineering community through The Test Tribe - Learn actionable steps to start or advance an AI-assisted testing program within your organization About The Test Tribe: The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, offering events, cohorts, and masterclasses to empower testers globally. This NYC meetup brings together QA, automation, and software engineering professionals to learn, share experiences, and network. Cross-linking: - Find more AI events in [New York](https://www.createwith.com/cities/new-york) - Explore more [automation events](/directory/events?topic=automation) - Tools reference: consider pairing AI-driven automation with [Zapier](/tools/zapier) for lightweight CI/CD integrations where appropriate Registration: - RSVP via Meetup on the event page (registration details are provided by the meetup listing on the venue page)

Mindstone's New York February AI Meetup brings together developers, researchers, product builders and AI enthusiasts for an in-person evening of insight and hands-on demos. On Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 6:30 PM, attendees will explore cutting-edge AI applications, share lessons learned, and discuss the implications of AI on work and society. The format features three talks curated to balance practical learnings with forward-looking thinking: - What I Learned Building With LLMs: a technical demo that unpacks the process of turning an AI concept into a real product, including architecture choices, data considerations, and lessons learned. - How To Be More Productive Using AI: a practical walkthrough showing how to apply AI tools and workflows to speed tasks, improve quality, and reclaim time. - What Does The Future Look Like With AI?: a theoretical exploration of AI's impact on employment, collaboration, and everyday life, inviting attendees to reflect on opportunities and responsibilities. After the talks, enjoy pizza, drinks, and ample time to network with fellow AI aficionados, researchers, and makers. RSVP on the Mindstone events page to view the agenda and guarantee a seat. Mindstone emphasizes a welcoming, hands-on community where you can see real-world AI projects, ask questions, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you’re hands-on with code, shaping AI products, or simply AI-curious, you’ll find value in the discussions, demos, and connections this meetup fosters. This event is part of Mindstone’s NYC program and is a great chance to plug into the local AI scene and keep a pulse on practical AI development in 2026. For more AI events in New York, explore our city page and other automation-friendly events in the directory.

A practical conference on building AI-powered apps with no-code tools, featuring hands-on workshops, case studies, and vendor demos.