Presenting
Share Your AI App Development Journey
Are you building innovative AI applications, exploring the architecture of generative AI systems, or solving unique challenges with AI tools? Portland AI Engineers is looking for passionate developers like you to share your technical knowledge and real-world experiences.
Benefits of Presenting
Developer-to-Developer Knowledge Exchange: Share technical insights and implementation strategies with fellow AI practitioners
Build Connections: Network with peers who may become collaborators or future colleagues
Refine Your Ideas: Get valuable feedback from other experienced developers
Presentation Formats
We welcome both individual and multi-presenter talks in various formats:
Technical Deep Dives (60 minutes): Comprehensive explorations of an AI application, architecture, or implementation pattern
Lightning Talks (10-15 minutes): This event type focused multiple presentations on specific techniques, tools, or challenges
Alternative Formats: We are happy to consider proposals for panel discussions, structured demos, or other innovative approaches
Don't feel you need to present alone! We're happy to coordinate multi-presenter sessions where several speakers can address related topics in shorter segments.
What We're Looking For
Technical applications of AI in software development
Architecture patterns and system design for AI integration
Development practices for AI applications (testing, deployment, monitoring)
Prompt engineering techniques and strategies
Ethical considerations in AI implementation
Submit a Proposal
Ready to share your experience? Email us at info@portlandai.engineer with:
A brief description of your proposed presentation (1-2 paragraphs)
Your preferred presentation format and length
A short bio highlighting your relevant experience
Any special requirements for your presentation
Our team will review your proposal and respond ASAP.
Presenter Support
We're committed to ensuring all presenters can share their knowledge effectively. We're happy to:
Work with you to refine your presentation structure if desired
Accommodate any special needs
Provide technical support during your presentation
Please review our Speaker Guidelines for additional information on preparing an effective presentation for our community.
Portland AI Engineers welcomes presenters from all backgrounds who are actively building with AI technologies.
Speaker Guidelines
We're really excited that you’re joining us as a presenter at our Ping meetup! Your expertise and perspective are valuable to our community, and we're looking forward to hearing what you have to share with the group.
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to prepare your presentation and share your knowledge with us. We understand the effort that goes into creating an informative and engaging talk, and we're grateful for your willingness to contribute.
The guidelines we've provided below are designed to help make your presentation as successful as possible. They reflect what has worked well for presenters in the past and should help you connect effectively with our community.
The Presentation is not a Commercial:
While you are welcome to name software, services, and vendors in your presentation, the presentation should not be an advertisement.
Know Your Audience:
Our members consist of software developers at all experience levels. We are hands-on builders seeking to discover and compare approaches, and push boundaries as generative AI evolves.
Tailor your presentation content accordingly.
Define Your Topic Clearly:
Choose a specific topic that provides value to the audience.
Avoid overly broad subjects; focus on a particular aspect or case study.
Engagement is Key:
Include interactive elements such as Q&A sessions, polls, or live demos.
Encourage audience participation and discussions to foster a collaborative environment.
Structure Your Presentation:
Start with an introduction that outlines what you’ll cover.
Organize your content into clear sections (e.g., introduction, main points, conclusion).
Summarize key takeaways at the end.
Use Visual Aids Wisely:
Incorporate slides, diagrams, or videos to complement your speech, but avoid overloading slides with text.
Ensure visuals are clear and relevant to the topic.
Keep It Time-Bound:
Adhere to the allotted time; aim for a 15-20 minute presentation followed by a discussion.
Practice to ensure you can cover everything within the time limit.
Be Prepared for Questions:
Allocate time for questions and encourage attendees to ask for clarification or further information.
Be open to feedback and suggestions.
Technical Setup:
Test your technology (microphone, projector, software) before the presentation.
Have a backup plan in case of technical difficulties (e.g., printed notes, alternate devices).
Provide Resources:
Offer additional resources, references, or reading materials for attendees to explore more about the topic.
Consider sharing your slides or handouts after the presentation.
Follow-Up:
Engage with attendees after the meetup via email or social media.
Solicit feedback on your presentation to improve for future events.
