The AI Conference 2026 - Shaping The Future of AI

12-week, in-person Creative Code Intensive in San Francisco teaching AI, ML, and interactive media through hands-on coding and a public showcase. Overview The Creative Code Intensive is a 12-week, in-person course offered by Gray Area in San Francisco. It’s designed for artists, designers, and technologists who want to expand their creative practice with AI, machine learning, and interactive media. The program blends foundational coding with experimental media, culminating in a public exhibition attended by the creative community and industry professionals. The 2026 curriculum explicitly integrates AI and ML alongside physical computing, creative coding, audiovisual performance, and interactive web applications. Participants will explore fine-tuning AI models, generative tools, and creative computation while building a portfolio of 10+ projects. Dates, Schedule & Location - Spring Session 2026: March 3 – May 9, 2026 - Public Showcase: May 20, 2026 - Weekly timings: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6–9pm; Saturdays 11am–3pm - Location: Gray Area / Grand Theater, 2665 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110 - Accessibility note: the upstairs classroom is not ADA accessible - Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until February 22, 2026 - Registration/enrollment: $4,500 with monthly payment terms; scholarships available for those in need What to Expect - A hands-on, project-based curriculum that blends creative coding with AI tools and machine learning concepts - Week-by-week topics include: drawing and interaction with coding environments, web development basics (HTML/CSS/DOM), JavaScript, Web Audio, physical computing inputs/outputs, generative text with ML, and interactive environments - Hands-on practice with generative AI concepts and creating time-based media works - Final public exhibition and documentation of projects - Learn through making: build a portfolio of 10+ interactive code projects and gain production-ready skills for collaboration and presentation Curriculum Highlights & Skills - Core programming foundations and creative coding techniques - Advanced topics: user input handling, networked communications, object modeling, and machine learning integration - Creative tooling for audiovisual performance (e.g., Hydra-style workflows) and interactive installations - Prototyping, project management, and professional presentation for exhibitions and public showcases - Workforce-ready competencies: project planning, technical proficiency, and professional pre

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Open Lakehouse and AI in San Francisco — an in-person evening for data engineers and AI practitioners exploring real-time databases, data lakes, and Apache Iceberg. IMPORTANT: Please Register on Luma to Attend: https://luma.com/c012vndg The Open Source Analytics Community is excited to bring an evening of insights and networking to San Francisco. Real-time databases are converging with data lakes to lower storage costs, improve performance, and make data more accessible for AI and data science. Our speakers will share challenges, solutions, and real-world experiences as organizations move from closed storage systems to open formats like Apache Iceberg. Speakers: - Robert Hodges, CEO @ Altinity - Kaisen Kang, Head of Query & Agent Team @ CelerData - Éamon Ryan, Senior Principal Field Engineer @ Grafana - Team member @ PostHog Agenda: - 6:00 pm - Check-in and networking - 6:15 - 8:00 pm - Talks - 8:00 - 9:00 pm - Networking What you’ll gain: - Practical insights into open lakehouse architectures and the role of Apache Iceberg in enabling data sharing across tools and teams - Real-world stories from leaders in data engineering and AI applications - Networking opportunities with peers building AI-enabled data platforms Who should attend: - Data engineers, AI practitioners, analytics engineers, and anyone curious about lakehouse solutions and open data formats Format: - In-person talks with ample Q&A, followed by networking to connect with peers and potential collaborators. Come prepared to discuss current data architectures, challenges in real-time analytics, and how open formats can lower costs while improving accessibility for AI workflows. Registration: - Please register via Luma: https://luma.com/c012vndg - See the Meetup page for context: https://www.meetup.com/real-time-analytics-and-ai/events/313130921 Location: - San Francisco, CA (city venue details to be announced on registration) Find more AI events in [San Francisco](https://www.createwith.com/cities/san-francisco)

AI Day SF 2026 offers a focused, one-day in-person training and thought leadership on AI for professionals, with only 40 spots and a clear path to practical understanding of AI systems and their societal impact. The event is scheduled for Friday, March 13, 2026, starting at 09:00 local time. Registration is required via Luma (https://luma.com/i3hbkq5v); in-person attendance is limited to those who can commit to the full day. If you can’t attend in person, the talk will be recorded and shared later (no live stream). This is a hands-on, in-person event hosted by SF Bay ACM, designed to blend practical training with expert-led thought leadership to illuminate how AI-infused systems work and how technology and society are evolving together. What to expect: - A full-day, in-person program focused on practical AI understanding and societal implications - Targeted deep dives by a variety of AI experts, covering how AI-infused systems operate and their real-world impact - A mix of instruction, discussions, and case studies suitable for professionals looking to apply AI responsibly and effectively - Networking opportunities with peers and potential mentors in the AI/no-code/automation space - A no-live-stream policy with a post-event recording for those who cannot attend, and a strict 40-attendee limit to ensure quality and engagement Details you should know: - Date and time: Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 09:00 (local time) - Format: In-person workshop/training with thought-leadership sessions - Availability: 40 spots only; registration is required via Luma (https://luma.com/i3hbkq5v) - Recording: The event will be recorded and shared after the session (no live stream) - Organiser: SF Bay ACM - Location: In-person in the San Francisco Bay Area (exact venue not stated in the listing) Registration and discovery: - Register through the required link: https://luma.com/i3hbkq5v - This event page is part of the SF Bay ACM Meetup listing; you can also explore more AI events in [San Francisco](https://www.createwith.com/cities/san-francisco) - Find more AI/automation/no-code events and related topics in our directory to continue learning about AI systems, agents, and their societal implications Why you should attend: - Gain a practical understanding of how AI systems function in real-world environments - Learn from experts about the societal and technological evolution driven by AI - Walk away with actionable insights you can apply to your work or projects, whether you’re a devel

AI Specialists: AgenticAI Monthly Meetup - Connect & Grow! in San Francisco on March 18, 2026, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM PDT. A virtual/hybrid networking event designed for AI engineers, researchers, students, and enthusiasts to connect, showcase projects, and gain clarity on the next steps in their AI career. Hosted by CareerClub, this monthly meetup brings together AI professionals to share ideas, collaborate, and build meaningful connections in a supportive, engineer-led community. What this event offers: - A curated space for introductions, announcements, and focused conversations across themed channels - Networking opportunities including 1-on-1 video chats and direct messaging with attendees - A platform for project showcases, portfolios, and startup ideas (Help Wanted and intros channels) - Discussions on the latest AI trends, tools, methodologies, and career paths within the AgenticAI community - An inclusive environment suitable for AI engineers, researchers, students exploring opportunities, and mentors seeking collaborators Format and details: - When: Every month on the third Wednesday, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM local time - Where: Location TBD; Register Online. San Francisco, CA. The event is hosted on a Slack-like virtual platform, with in-person options potentially announced later. Global participation is welcome, with open access to all cities via virtual channels. - Registration: Through Eventbrite (ticketed) page: [AI Specialists: AgenticAI Monthly Meetup - Connect & Grow!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-specialists-agenticai-monthly-meetup-connect-grow-san-francisco-tickets-1983368957944) - Platform vibe: A community-driven space designed by AI specialists for AI specialists, emphasizing collaboration, mentorship, and practical career navigation Who should attend: - AI engineers, researchers, and practitioners at all levels - Students exploring AI career opportunities or internships - Professionals looking to showcase AI projects or find collaborators/mentors - Founders or team leads seeking co-founders or technical partners in AI-focused ventures What you’ll gain: - Clarity on your AI career path and concrete next steps - A broadened network of peers, mentors, and potential collaborators - Feedback on your projects and ideas from a supportive AI community - Insight into current and emerging AI tools, languages, and workflows How to engage: - Participate in themed channels for introductions, project showcases, and industry discussions - Use 1-on-1

The AI Engineer World's Fair 2026 is the largest technical AI conference globally, featuring 20 tracks, 250 speakers, 100 expo partners, and 6,000 AI Engineers, founders, and VPs of AI. Held in San Francisco, this event at Moscone is a must-attend for anyone in the AI engineering space, offering unparalleled networking and learning opportunities.