Past Events from September 28, 2023 – October 11, 2023 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

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AI for Small Business’s – A Hitchhiker’s Guide To ChatGPT

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Unlocking Digital Potential: From Basics to Business Brilliance Discover the transformative power of ChatGPT for your business! In this 1-hour webinar, delve into the basics of ChatGPT and explore its potential as a game-changer for small enterprises in Atlantic Canada. Learn how this AI tool can automate customer interactions, streamline operations, and offer unparalleled insights. Whether you're tech-savvy or just starting, this session will equip you with the knowledge to integrate ChatGPT seamlessly. Boost efficiency and scale smarter with AI 3 Takeaways from this Event:  In this 1 hour webinar, we seek to answer the (3) core questions that we have observed Small Businesses having with respect to Language-based AI Tools: 1. What really IS this AI Language Model thing?!         a. What does it do?!         b. How does it (basically) work?         c. Where does it get all of this information?!         d. What does this mean for JOBS?! 2. What it can do: Identifying some of the critical tasks ChatGPT (LLM’s) can increase efficiencies for within smaller organizations. 3. Where do I start: How do I begin to train and interact with ChatGPT and language […]

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DNS September Member Mixer presented by Chapter 3

Oxford Taproom 6418 Quinpool Rd, Halifax, NS B3L 1A8 Oxford Taproom 6418 Quinpool Rd, Halifax, NS, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join Digital Nova Scotia and Chapter 3 on September 28th for our FREE in-person Member Mixer! Bringing Lessons Learned in Entrepreneurship, with a special guest! Meet DNS members new and old, we also invite those curious about what it’s like to be a DNS member to attend and learn more! Please note, space is limited please register to confirm your attendance AGENDA 5:00pm Reception & Registration 6:00pm Opening Remarks & Guest Speaker 6:30pm Give out door prizes & Closing remarks GUEST SPEAKER: Arthur Harrison, Jazz Cabbage co-founder Arthur has over 15 years of graphic design and brand creative experience spanning multiple industries. From large enterprise, nation-wide marketing with Charm Diamond Centre to leading design & UX for local technology start-up success story STI Technologies Ltd., he understands the power of authentic brand messaging and marketing needs. Arthur is now one of the co-founders of Canada's first net zero emissions cannabis producer, Jazz Cabbage, where he wears many hats as the company continues to expand and grow. 

AI 101 Workshop | New Glasgow

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 352 E River Rd, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia

Join us for an engaging AI 101 Workshop hosted by H10AI, it is designed to provide a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and its practical applications. By the end of this workshop, you’ll confidently be able to define AI and understand when it should and shouldn’t be implemented. Participants will also have an opportunity to register for a free 30-minute consultation. They will examine your current processes and systems to identify areas of inefficiency and potential for automation, while also exploring the use of AI-driven tools and technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Presenters Helmut Neher – CEO Helmut Neher has worked both in academia and private enterprise doing research and implementing Artificial Intelligence. He has experience implementing algorithms ranging in CNNs, LSTMS, TCN and research concepts including curriculum learning, pose estimation, segmentation, action recognition, and explainable AI. He has led 20+ AI projects across over a dozen industries. Helmut has a Masters Degree in Machine Learning from the University of Waterloo. Dillon Kearl – COO Dillon is a former Management Consultant and passionate Entrepreneur. He has built and ran his own technology businesses. He understands how to connect business needs to technology implementation. He developed a proprietary […]

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SEO Brunch

CoWork Halifax 6156 Quinpool Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

SEO Lunch and Learn Join us for a bite-sized dive into the world of Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Whether you're an old hand at SEO or just dipping your toes in, our community is a vibrant mix, tailored to provide insights for all levels. This Month's Highlight: Meet Michael MacMillan, a seasoned SEO with twenty-plus years in digital marketing. The latter half of his career journey saw him focusing intently on SEO strategy, becoming a cornerstone in the realm. Michael's forte lies in navigating the intricate technical challenges B2B software and service firms face. His fingerprints are behind the SEO success stories of titans like Mode Analytics, Clearbit, and Proposify. Distinguished for marrying a keen problem-solving acumen with creativity, Michael has sculpted SEO blueprints for global B2B SaaS brands. Beyond strategizing, he is passionate about mentoring – guiding waves of marketers and budding SEO talents to excellence. About the space: CoWork Halifax is designed to provide a working environment that best suits your style. From Shared CoWorking spaces to private offices, their rooms provide everything you need to get your work done and stay inspired. All attendees will receive a FREE CoWorking Day Pass to use anytime in October. Who Should Attend? […]

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Upskilling your career in tech with fundamentals of IOT

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The training will cover fundamentals of Internet IOT and how it is revolutionizing organizations to deploy efficient and fast solutions with connecting devices using various IOT services. Join us for the training to know how the IOT fundamentals can help you excel in your career or grow your business 3 Takeaways Learn how IOT is changing the digital space What are the different IOT solutions available How implementing IOT solutions can help businesses Meet your presenter...             Rishabh is a Subject Matter Expert at CloudThat. He has 5+ years of total industry experience spanning across software development, tech support and corporate training. He has more than 3 years of teaching experience and is a Microsoft certified instructor. He is also certified in DevOps, Azure Development as well as Software Development Fundamentals by Microsoft. He has delivered trainings for TCS, Infosys, Honeywell, Publicis-Sapient, Wells Fargo, Mphasis, Accenture, KPMG, HCL, and Microsoft which include Software Development Fundamentals, AZ-204, AZ-400 and custom outlines like ADF on ADO, Terraform on Azure, AKS , Winning the App Platform (Microsoft TAW) & API Fundamentals (AWS).

Workshop: Developing an Effective EDI Business Plan – Halifax

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia 1723 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

During this half-day workshop, we will be focusing on developing an effective Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) business plan that aligns with your organization's vision and objectives. The workshop will be facilitated by an expert keynote speaker who has extensive experience in the field of EDI. Their expertise will help guide you through the process of developing an effective EDI plan and provide valuable insights. -------------------------------- Workshop Details: Expert Keynote Speaker: Our esteemed keynote speaker, will deliver a thought-provoking presentation on the importance of EDI in today's business landscape. They will also provide practical strategies and best practices for successful implementation. Facilitated Business Plan Development: Through interactive sessions, you will have the opportunity to work on your own EDI business plan with guidance from the speaker. This hands-on approach will help you customize your strategies and goals to suit your unique business needs. Business Plan Template: To assist you in structuring your EDI business plan, we will provide a comprehensive template that covers key areas such as leadership commitment, recruitment and hiring, training and education, workplace policies, and community engagement. This template will serve as a valuable resource for your future EDI initiatives. Networking Opportunities: The workshop will also provide an excellent platform for […]

ACENET: Introductory Programming with Python

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This is a beginner level series that is hands-on, covering the fundamentals of introductory programming with Python. This includes data types, conditional statements, loops and functions, as well as program design, version control, data management, and task automation. Participants will be encouraged to help one another and to apply what they have learned to their own research problems. The goal is to teach the practical knowledge needed to start programming, debugging and using Python in everyday tasks. You do not need to have any previous knowledge of the tools that will be presented or previous programming experience but intermediate level experience with a computer is highly recommended. You do need to have a laptop with a Mac, Linux or Windows operating system (not a tablet, Chromebook, etc) on which you have administrative privileges, as you will need to pre-load specific software packages. This workshop will take place on: Wednesday, September 27th, 1:00 - 4:30pm (Atlantic time) Wednesday, October 4th, 1:00 - 4:30pm (Atlantic time) Joining instructions will be provided prior to the first session. Participants must register using their institutional / organizational email address (not a personal email, ie. gmail)

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Tech Sales Plus Information Session

Tech Sales Plus is a career-building program designed to upskill learners to become qualified and contribute to an innovative technology industry. Applications for Cohort 3 are now open! The program will begin the week of October 23, 2023 and run for 14 weeks, including a 2-week break for the winter holidays. This virtual session will provide you with additional information, such as what you’ll learn, time requirements and more. If you're unable to attend our session on Wednesday, October 4, we will have another one on Wednesday, October 11.

NASA International Space Apps Challenge

Shiftkey Labs 426-6050 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

The NASA International Space Apps Challenge is a hackathon for coders, scientists, designers, storytellers, makers, builders, technologists, and others around the world to come together and use open data from NASA and its space agency partners to create solutions to real challenges we face on Earth and in space. Each year thousands of teams submit projects that demonstrate creativity, collaboration, and potential to solve challenges we face on Earth and in Space. The projects go through multiple rounds of judging to determine the NASA International Space Apps Challenge Global Winners, which represent the most innovative and impactful projects submitted by the Space Apps community. Since Space Apps launched in 2012, thousands of participants from all over the globe have joined the Space Apps community to build innovative solutions to challenges we face on Earth and in space. This year, The NASA International Space Apps Challenge is being held as an in-person event, brought to you by Emran Billah, in partnership with ShiftKey Labs. We are expecting 2023 to hit the largest Space Apps event ever hosted in Halifax, attracting participants from all parts of Nova Scotia and other provinces. Participants from all academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to this […]

Excellence Series – Lunch and Learn: Relationship Building

37 Nepean Street 37 Nepean Street, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for our Excellence Series, a collection of lunch and learns designed to empower managers and leaders to be their very best! October 11: Relationship Building Explore the critical ingredient of building strong relationships for effective management and leadership.

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Tech Sales Plus Information Session

Tech Sales Plus is a career-building program designed to upskill learners to become qualified and contribute to an innovative technology industry. Applications for Cohort 3 are now open! The program will begin the week of October 23, 2023 and run for 14 weeks, including a 2-week break for the winter holidays. This virtual session will provide you with additional information, such as what you’ll learn, time requirements and more.

Halihax Data Science Meetup

Dash Hudson 1668 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia

📣 About The Speakers Tim Speed CTO @ Modest TreeA software developer and for many years that's pivoted primarily to focus machine learning and leading technology at Modest Tree. Most of my career has been in startups though I have a few years in big tech by working with LinkedIn on their learning platform; overall a large part of my experience has been focused on developing learning technology and supporting tools. LinkedIn, Twitter (X) Gordon Shotwell Senior Software Engineer @ Posit PBCGordon has built data science web applications for many years, and currently works on the Shiny for Python team at posit. LinkedIn ⏱️ Agenda For The Event 6:00pm – Doors Open Come early to grab a beverage and socialize with others. 6:30 pm – Presentations An introduction to Modern Machine learning and it's future How does Shiny really work? Shiny is a web application framework for R and Python, and has two special features. First, Shiny uses a reactive computation graph to only render the parts of the UI which need to change in response to a user's actions, and second it infers that graph from your application. While you tell Shiny what to do, you don't tell it when […]