Global AI Chapter Kathmandu (December Chapter)

Registration Link: tiny.cc/globalaichapterkathmandu

techWebinarNepal presents “Global AI Chapter 2024” in association with Ncell, Artificial Intelligence Association Nepal (AIAN), Annapurna Post, NVIDIA Inception Program and Merojob. The Global AI Community mission is to empower tech communities globally through a combination of talks, panel discussions, meetups and networking sessions. Here in Kathmandu Chapter, we aim to establish a consistent rhythm of events that keeps our local AI ecosystem engaged, motivated and curious about the immense potential AI holds for society. This milestone marks an exciting new phase as we establish a vibrant local hub for AI enthusiasts, innovators and forward-thinkers to connect, collaborate and drive the AI agenda in our region. As a proud organizer, We invite you to join us for this incredible event and learn from the best in the industry.

Session and Speaker Details:

AI Automation and CSP Infrastructure: A Model for Economic Growth and Revenue Generation
Dr. Sudan Jha
SM-IEEE, EIC, Principal Scientist Department of Computer Science & Engineering
Kathmandu University

Bio: With over 23+ years of combined teaching, research, and industrial experience, Sudan Jha is a Senior member of IEEE and a Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at Kathmandu University, Nepal. He is lead researcher of the IoT R&D lab at Kathmandu University. His previous affiliations include KIIT University, Chandigarh University, Christ University, etc. He was 'Technical Director' at Nepal Television, 'Principal' at Nepal College of IT, and 'Individual Consultant' at Nepal Telecom Authority.

Prof. Jha is dedicated to advancing higher education quality and actively works on smart platforms. His extensive research portfolio comprises 80+ SCI, SCIE indexed research papers and book chapters in international peer-reviewed journals and conferences. He serves as a Co-Editor-in-Chief in an international journal. He also serves as Guest Editor for SCIE/ESCI/SCOPUS indexed journals. With three patents to his name, he has authored and edited 6 books on cutting-edge topics in IoT, 5G, and AI, published by Elsevier, CRC, and AAP. His research has also secured funding for two international projects.

AI Adoption Framework for Legacy Software and Existing Systems
Dev Raj Gautam
Senior Consultant
Guiding Processes and People in Tech & Digital Transformation

Agenda:

• Understanding AI in Legacy Systems: Exploring how AI is relevant for companies with established software and legacy systems.
• Identifying Key Integration Opportunities: Key areas where AI can be seamlessly integrated into existing infrastructure without major disruptions.
• Strategic AI Adoption Framework: A step-by-step approach to finding key areas where AI can be seamlessly integrated into existing infrastructure without major disruptions.
• Adopting AI within your current systems and workflows.
• Real-World Case Studies: Examples of companies successfully integrating AI into their legacy systems and achieving measurable results.
• Actionable Insights for Implementation: Practical tips and strategies for AI adoption to enhance efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness in your organisation.

Bio: Dev Raj Gautam is a seasoned leader with over 14 years of experience in driving impactful software and information technology solutions that deliver business success. With a unique blend of engineering expertise, business acumen, and technical proficiency, he excels at bridging the gap between technical requirements and business objectives. Dev has worked at different levels in software engineering, product, and project management in the past. Skilled in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, and a certified Scrum Master, he leads cross-functional teams to drive results. As an ISO 27001 auditor, Dev integrates compliance perspectives into projects, ensuring they meet industry standards. With an academic foundation in both MBA and MSCIT, he combines strategic vision with hands-on technical expertise, solving challenges and driving product development with practical coding and technical problem-solving.

How NVIDIA Supports the Startup Ecosystem: A Comprehensive Overview of the NVIDIA Inception Program

Arundhati Banerjee
Inception Partner
NVIDIA South Asia

Agenda:

• Introduction to NVIDIA Developer Programs (Inception, Connect, VC Alliance)
• Comprehensive Overview of Each Program
• Program Benefits - Eligibility
• Q&A

Bio: Arundhati Banerjee is the Inception Partner at NVIDIA South Asia where she is deeply involved with the startup ecosystem, enabling companies both technologically and commercially. She brings over a decade of experience in the software industry with roles covering development, marketing, program and product management. Her prior experience includes Program and Product Management at PwC, Software Development role at SAP, Content Marketing and Digital Marketing with ALTEN Caltsoft Labs, Assistant Editorial role with Silicon India and Research Analyst role with Veriuxo Technologies. She has also been a start-up mentor, hold an MBA in International Business and currently pursuing her doctoral journey.

Free entry, Target audience are AI Researchers, Software Developers,
Software Engineers, Machine Learning Engineers, Team Leaders, Project Managers, Technical Founders.​

Registration Link: tiny.cc/globalaichapterkathmandu

Event Details:​
Date: Sunday, 15th December 2024 (Sunday)​
Time: 04:00 PM - 06:30 PM​ NPT
Event Type: (In-Person)
Location: Ncell Icon, Lainchaur, Kathmandu - Google Map

Registration is compulsory on Registration Link.