Our first Tech Meet Up occurred in 2015 in Bitola, and over the years, it has become one of our favorite traditions. Since then, we have tried to organize it regularly in the cities where we have offices. This year, we are hosting our TechFusion Meetup in Novi Sad. But what is one trending topic this year? It is definitely AI, so our topics will be organized around one of the most popular buzzwords.
Date: 24.04.2024
Place: Zenit Books (Njegoševa 24, Novi Sad)
Time: 6 PM- 9 PM
What will you be able to hear?
Presenter: Tamara Zavisic, Intermediate QA Consultant
Topic: Adapting with Integrity: Ethical AI, Practical IT
Description: This talk, “Adapting with Integrity: Ethical AI, Practical IT,” examines the dual impacts of AI on the IT industry, highlighting the necessity for “ethical foresight” in leveraging AI’s benefits responsibly. It discusses ethical AI development, stressing the importance of aligning AI technologies with humanity’s best interests and how ethical considerations can lead to sustainable, inclusive, and forward-looking IT practices. The presentation transitions to the future of IT careers, focusing on the influence of AI on job roles and skill requirements. It suggests ways for IT professionals to adapt their careers to AI advancements, highlighting the importance of continuous learning and adaptability. The talk concludes by underlining the significance of incorporating ethical foresight into AI and IT career development, advocating for a proactive approach to the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, and aiming for a future where technology advancement and ethical considerations go hand in hand.
Presenter: Vladimir Mirkov, Sr. Technical Consultant
Topic: A Journey into the Next-Gen Java Ecosystem – GraalVM
Description: At its core, GraalVM is a high-performance runtime environment built on top of the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). But it’s much more than just another Java runtime. GraalVM is a true polyglot platform, meaning it supports multiple programming languages beyond Java, including JavaScript, Python, Ruby, R, and more. This unique polyglot capability sets GraalVM apart from traditional JVMs and opens a world of possibilities for developers. Think of it as a Swiss Army knife for developers, offering a one-stop solution for all your language needs.
Presenter: Eli Risteska, Sr. Technical Consultant
Topic: Say Goodbye to Monolithic, Fragile Front-end Applications!
Description: A presentation about micro frontends. a revolutionary approach that brings the agility of microservices to your front-end applications, which explains the benefits of using microfrontends over monolithic front-end applications. Micro frontends allow for faster development cycles, easier deployments, and improved scalability. They also reduce the risk of introducing bugs. The article also details how Module Federation, a plugin from Webpack, can be used to implement micro frontends.
