Present at Portland AI Engineers

Join a community of innovators and thought leaders

Knowledge Exchange

Share insights and learn from peers

Networking

Connect with Portland's AI community

Feedback

Get valuable input on your ideas

Collaboration

Find partners for future projects

Presentation Formats

Choose the format that works best for your content

Technical Deep Dives

60 minutes

In-depth exploration of technical topics, architectures, or complex implementations.

Lightning Talks

10-15 minutes

Quick presentations perfect for showcasing projects, tools, or sharing insights.

Alternative Formats

Flexible timing

Panel discussions, structured demos, workshops, or other creative formats.

Preferred Presentation Topics

Topics that resonate with our community

Note: Generative AI is what this group focuses on. We are not a data science and/or machine learning group.

Technical generative AI application development
Generative AI system architecture
Development practices for generative AI applications
Context engineering techniques
Ethical AI implementation
Real-world case studies

Presentation Guidelines

Tips for creating engaging presentations

Do's
  • Focus on practical applications
  • Include interactive elements
  • Use visual aids and demos
  • Prepare for Q&A session
  • Test technical setup in advance
  • Provide additional resources
Don'ts
  • Use as commercial advertisement
  • Exceed time limits
  • Assume technical expertise
  • Ignore audience questions
  • Skip preparation
  • Forget to test equipment

How to Submit Your Presentation

Email your proposal to: info@portlandai.engineer

Include the following information:

  • Brief description of your presentation (1-2 paragraphs)
  • Preferred format and estimated length
  • Short bio highlighting relevant experience
  • Any special requirements (equipment, setup, etc.)
Submit Your Proposal

Who We Welcome

We welcome presenters from all backgrounds who are actively building with AI technologies. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting your AI journey, if you have insights to share, we want to hear from you!

Presentation Tips

Make your presentation memorable

Keep it Focused

Choose a clear, specific topic rather than trying to cover too much ground.

Tell a Story

Structure your presentation with a beginning, middle, and end.

Practice Timing

Rehearse to ensure you stay within your allotted time.

Engage Your Audience

Ask questions, run polls, or include interactive demos.

Prepare for Questions

Anticipate what the audience might ask and have answers ready.

Share Resources

Provide links, code repos, or slides for deeper exploration.