AI Odyssey Devfest 2023 in collaboration with Metrix Pakistan
The AI Odyssey Devfest 2023 at Bahria University Islamabad unfolded as an unprecedented spectacle, hosting more than 1500 students from across Pakistan. Organized by visionaries in the field, this monumental event has been declared the largest Devfest in Pakistan, solidifying its status as a landmark gathering in the country’s tech calendar.
Opening the Gates to the Future
Irum Zahra, the Manager of GDG Cloud and Women Techmakers, and Senior Data Scientist at Systems Limited, spearheaded the opening ceremony, setting the tone for a day that promised to transcend the boundaries of technological exploration. Her words resonated with the over 2000 students present, igniting a collective passion for the limitless possibilities of artificial intelligence.
Ershian Anwar, Manager GDG Cloud Islamabad, followed suit, providing a glimpse into the future of cloud technologies, setting the stage for a day that would leave an indelible mark on the minds of the attendees.
Insights from Visionaries in AI
The event featured illuminating talks from Nauyan Rashid, Head of AI at Red Buffer, and Danish Haroon, Senior Data Scientist at Jazz. Rashid’s presentation showcased the groundbreaking work at Red Buffer, captivating the thousands of eager minds in attendance. Danish Haroon’s insights into the pivotal role of data in shaping our technological future resonated with the vast audience, creating an atmosphere of collective learning and engagement.
Diving Deep into Generative Models and Deep Learning
Fahad and Mughees, Machine Learning Engineers at Red Buffer, conducted a TechTalk that not only provided valuable insights into Generative Models but also featured a Generative AI Art Contest, capturing the imagination of the more than 2000 students present. Ahmed Anis, Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Red Buffer, and Fatima Arshad guided the massive audience through the intricate realms of Self-Supervised Contrastive Deep Learning in Computer Vision and the evolution from Natural Language Processing to BARD.
Hands-On Workshops: A Sea of Learning
In the afternoon, the event transformed into a hub of hands-on learning. Danish Haroon led the charge, guiding the thousands of students through the development of ML models using Google’s VertexAI. Simultaneously, Tahreem Rasul, Senior Machine Learning Engineer at Red Buffer, empowered the massive audience to build GenAI Apps on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The collective energy of more than 1500 students engaging with cutting-edge technology was nothing short of exhilarating.
Non-Technical Insights and Hackathon Brilliance
Ershian Anwar, Product Manager at VFairs and Manager GDG Cloud, concluded the day with a non-technical session on Making CV using AI, offering practical insights into the intersection of AI and career development. The event reached its zenith with exciting hackathon presentations, showcasing the brilliance and creativity of the students who had participated.
A Historic Gathering
The AI Odyssey Devfest 2023 not only marked a day of profound learning and exploration but also etched its place in history as the largest Devfest event in Pakistan. The synergy of more than 1500 students, industry leaders, and experts created an atmosphere of collective innovation, setting the stage for a future where the impact of this historic gathering will resonate through the tech community for years to come. The organizers, speakers, and participants have collectively contributed to an event that will be remembered as a pivotal moment in Pakistan’s tech evolution