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Meta Hackathon This Weekend
AITX Team
November 22, 2024
Hello everyone! AITX Team here with more updates this week.
If you’re new here, welcome! 👋 At AITX, we aim to:
Connect you with like-minded peers passionate about AI.
Provide a space for sharing ideas and receiving feedback on AI projects you’re building.
Share helpful tools and invaluable resources.
Before we jump into the regular news, a few housekeeping items:
November AITX Meetups:
Our upcoming meetups:
San Antonio Meetup: December 10 | sign up here!
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🦙 ATX Llama Hackathon Kickoff & Registration!
Hackathon this weekend!
Venue: Capital Factory in Downtown Austin
Save the Date: Hackathon is November 23rd - 24th
✍️ Austin Llama Hackathon Kickoff Reception
When: Friday, Nov 22 | 5:00 PM-7:30 PM
Where: Meta Office. 607 West 3rd Street , Austin, Texas.
What: Meta and AITX are hosting a reception Nov 22 at Meta's downtown Austin office to celebrate the Austin Llama Hackathon (which starts the following day)
Join us for appetizers, drinks, demos, and a panel discussion about the value of open-source AI. Connect with other innovators and developers who are shaping the future of technology.
👉️ RSVP for the Reception here (we’re maxed out so signup for waitlist in case other people can’t go)
📞 Call For Llama Impact Grants Application!
When: Apply before 11:59 pm PST on November 22, 2024.
Where: Learn more here
What:
Llama Impact Grants - Up to $500K for Hackathon Projects
• Open call for proposals
• Llama ATX hackathon participants eligible
• Grants support continued project development
👉Learn more: Llama Impact Grants Website
In this week’s edition you’re getting:
5 Upcoming Events
3 AI Community Stories
1 Community Highlight
So let’s jump in!
UPCOMING EVENTS
When: Wednesday, December 4 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST
Where: Capital Factory 701 Brazos St · Austin, TX
What: Join Fernando Labastida, experienced content marketer, speaker, and author, for an eye-opening workshop on harnessing the power of AI to create high-impact virtual summits.
When: Thursday, December 5 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CST
Where: The Brewtorium Brewery & Kitchen 6015 Dillard Cir A · Austin, TX
What: Red Hat® OpenShift® AI is a flexible, scalable artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) platform that enables enterprises to create and deliver AI-enabled applications at scale across hybrid cloud environments. Built using open source technologies, OpenShift AI provides trusted, operationally consistent capabilities for teams to experiment, serve models, and deliver innovative apps.
When: Wednesday, December 18 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CST
Where: Kinda Tropical 3501 E. 7Th · Austin, TX
What: Wrap up the year with creativity, collaboration, community, and a bit of holiday magic! Our Hacky Hour is the perfect opportunity to experiment, brainstorm, and work on fun projects with fellow LangChain and AI enthusiasts.
When: Thursday, December 5 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM CST
Where: Capital Factory 701 Brazos St, 16th Floor · Austin, TX
What: mini-hack session for developers all over the Austin area to build cool stuff related to AI.
When: Thursday, December 19, 2024 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM CST
Where: ACC - RGC 3000 1218 West Avenue · Austin, TX
What: Celebrate the end of the year with innovation, inspiration, and connection! Discover the latest in AI and LangChain technology and enjoy a festive atmosphere.
COMMUNITY STORIES
Texas expands its AI leadership as South Texas College (STC) introduces the state's first dedicated AI manufacturing course, backed by Intel and recognized nationally.
Why it matters: This positions South Texas as a leader in workforce development for AI-enabled manufacturing, particularly helping small and medium-sized manufacturers adopt AI technologies.
Need-to-know:
First AI manufacturing course in STC's history, launching spring 2024
Intel partnership provides hardware and curriculum resources
STC was one of only five community colleges nationally invited to share AI programming practices in Washington D.C.
Course focuses on three key areas: predictive maintenance, quality control, and computer vision
Students learn practical applications like using sensors and data analysis to predict machine failures
Learn more here.
Arlington is rolling out a $600,000 AI-powered traffic management system in its Entertainment District, preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup while building long-term smart city infrastructure.
Why it matters: This positions Texas at the forefront of using AI for urban infrastructure, potentially setting a model for other cities looking to modernize their traffic systems.
Need-to-know:
NoTraffic AI system will manage approximately 30 intersections around major venues
Technology prioritizes pedestrians and cyclists while optimizing overall traffic flow
System can predict traffic patterns and even prevent accidents by detecting potential red light runners
Funded through a partnership with North Central Texas Council of Governments
Project includes additional $6 million for dynamic message boards and enhanced traffic signals
Learn more here.
The Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) is deploying SambaNova's AI suite to enhance scientific research capabilities, marking a significant advancement in Texas's research computing infrastructure.
Why it matters: This positions Texas at the cutting edge of combining supercomputing with AI for scientific breakthroughs, particularly as TACC prepares to host the nation's most powerful university supercomputer.
Need-to-know:
TACC will use SambaNova Suite to integrate AI inference into scientific workflows
Partnership enables running multiple AI models simultaneously through an innovative Composition of Experts framework
System will support the upcoming U.S. National Science Foundation Leadership-Class Computing Facility (LCCF) launching in 2026
TACC's Frontera remains the most powerful university supercomputer in the U.S.
Project aims to fundamentally shift how scientists interact with computing resources
Learn more here.
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COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHT
This week, we're spotlighting Kal Clark, founder of Zauron Labs and upcoming panelist at the Meta hackathon kickoff reception.
Here’s a bit about him and what he’s doing:
Clark's work at Zauron Labs exemplifies how Texas entrepreneurs are using AI to transform healthcare, with their radiology AI platform already helping over 500 patients through partnerships with UT institutions.
Key achievements:
• Developed Guardian software suite that enables clinicians to earn Category 1 CME credits
• Partnered with University of Texas system to identify millions in lost reimbursements
• Created AI system that acts as a "safety net" for catching missed abnormalities in radiology
• Helped UT Health San Antonio identify approximately $2M in unknown revenue opportunities
• Built tools that enhance peer learning and review for radiologists
That’s all for now, folks!
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