Gen AI with Bedrock and AmazonQ & Firmware Update automation with AWS IoT DM-SPC

It's time to meetup again🎉! Join us for our last AWS User Group Stuttgart meetup for this year @ Kärcher in Winnenden !
This is a great opportunity to network with fellow AWS enthusiasts and deepen your knowledge about Generative AI using AWS Bedrock, Amazon Q and Firmware Update Automation for IoT using AWS IoT Software Package Catalog. We are excited to feature our professional speakers who will share valuable insights.
A special thanks 🙏 to Kai Intelmann and Kärcher for generously hosting this event!

1st Topic: Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI with AWS Bedrock and Amazon Q

Description:
Generative AI is transforming the way businesses innovate and operate. This session will cover how AWS Bedrock simplifies the development and scaling of AI applications using cutting-edge foundation models, and how Amazon Q enhances productivity by providing AI-driven assistance for tasks such as content creation and insight generation. Practical examples will be explored, highlighting how these tools are shaping the future of AI in business operations.

About the speaker:
Farzad Imanpour, an AI Specialist at Zoi TechCon GmbH, brings nearly seven years of experience in Data and AI. With a deep passion for exploring cutting-edge technologies. Farzad is enthusiastic about all AI topics about leveraging tools like AWS Bedrock and Amazon Q to create innovative solutions and drive meaningful change in the AI landscape.

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2nd Topic: Firmware Update Automation for IoT Devices Using AWS IoT Software Package Catalog

Description:
Managing firmware updates for IoT devices is a complex yet essential task for maintaining performance, security, and feature enhancements. This talk explores how the AWS IoT Software Package Catalog, along with AWS IoT Core, IAM, and CloudWatch, simplifies firmware updates for IoT devices across various industries. We’ll discuss how this solution resolves challenges such as costly custom update processes, version tracking, manual updates, and scalability issues. Real-world use cases will be highlighted to demonstrate the efficiency and effectiveness of this approach in IoT environments.

About the speaker:
Diego Schacht is a back-end software developer at Zoi TechCon GmbH with three years of experience in developing serverless IoT applications. Diego specializes in leveraging AWS services to optimize IoT device management, focusing on secure, scalable, and automated solutions. With a passion for innovation, he aims to simplify complex workflows and deliver impactful results for IoT projects.

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AGENDA:

18:00 Welcome and drinks 🍻
18:15 Presentations and Q&A 🤔
19:30 Food & networking 🍕🤝