Welcome to the generative AI meetup in Vancouver, in collaboration with Google and SFU VentureLabs. Join us for deep dive tech talks on AI, GenAI, LLMs and machine learning, food/drink, networking with speakers and fellow developers.

Agenda:
- 5:00pm~5:50pm: Checkin, food/drink and networking
- 5:50pm~6:00pm: Welcome, Community update
- 6:00pm~7:30pm: Tech talks and Q&A
- 7:30pm~8:00pm: Open discussion and Mixer
- 8:00pm: closing and head to bar

Tech Talk: Gemini Grounding with Vertex AI and Google Search
Speaker: Holt Skinner (Google)
Abstract: This talk explores how to enhance the reliability of Gemini models using "grounding" in Vertex AI. We'll demonstrate how connecting Gemini to real-world data through Google Search and Vertex AI Search improves the accuracy of its responses. Through practical demos, attendees will learn how to set up a Vertex AI Search data store and interact with a grounded Gemini model using the Vertex AI Python SDK. Leave with the tools and knowledge to ensure accurate and trustworthy AI-generated content.

Speakers/Topics:
Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: Submit Topics

Venue:
SFU VentureLabs, 1200 - 555 West Hastings Street, Vancouver BC Canada V6B 4N6

Sponsors:
We are actively seeking sponsors to support AI developers community.  Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 5,000+ AI developers in Vancouver or 450K+ worldwide.

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