Applying AI Events in Dublin 8

Tools like Lovable have made it possible for a non-technical founder to ship a working prototype in a night. Getting that prototype in front of paying customers, handling their data safely, and keeping it running when something breaks is a different problem.

Karen Forde, founder of Bridge the Gapp, spends her working week reviewing codebases that founders built with AI tools and no engineering team. She will walk through what she finds, what it costs to fix, and the handful of decisions you can make early that keep a prototype on a path to production.

Hosted by The AI Collective's Dublin chapter and Baseline, this is the follow-on to Pilots & Prototypes. If you built something at Part 1, bring it. If you didn't make Part 1, you're still welcome.

Who this is for:

Founders and operators who have built a prototype with AI tools and are wondering what comes next, along with anyone about to sell, pilot, or raise on something they built themselves. No engineering background needed!

Schedule:

• 6:00 p.m. - Doors open and networking
• 6:30 p.m. - Event kick off, session led by Karen Forde
• 7:15 p.m. - Q&A with Karen and non-technical founder
• 7:30 p.m. - Build time!
• 8:30 p.m. - Demos and sharing
• 9:00 p.m. - Close

What to bring:

A laptop and your prototype, if you have one. Questions about your own build are welcome in the clinic.

About the speaker:

Karen Forde is the founder of Bridge the Gapp, a software consultancy working with early-stage founders on code and architecture review, technical direction, and moving AI-built products towards production.

Please be advised: Unfortunately, space is very limited at these community events and we can not always accept everyone we would like to. If you are not accepted to this event, please keep applying! We appreciate your application tremendously and we are looking forward to seeing you at a future event very soon!

The AI Collective** **is a global non-profit building the human layer for the AI era. We unite 200,000+ leaders, builders, and stakeholders across 100+ forums worldwide to democratize the frontier, build trust, and coordinate how society navigates the rapid acceleration of technological progress.

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AI is changing how we build products, but what does it mean for one of the most important parts of product management: making good decisions?

🎤 Tor Svendsen will share his experience as a Product Manager and explore why human judgment still matters. AI can be incredibly good at making individual decisions, but product management is rarely about one decision. It’s about navigating a chain of interconnected choices, recognizing when things are going off track, learning, and adjusting direction.
A big part of the value is in the discovery — what we learn as an idea becomes a design, gets built, reaches customers, and meets reality.

🔥 We’ll continue the discussion with a fireside chat featuring Product Directors, exploring how product leaders make better decisions and how AI is changing the role of judgment, experience, and product intuition.

🏢 The event is hosted by Productboard, the agentic product system for modern product teams, at Baseline, a community and space for early-stage founders building breakout and breakthrough tech companies.

⚠️ RSVP & Check-in Information (details)
Please RSVP only if you can attend in person. Make sure your Meetup profile name matches your full, real name and that your profile picture clearly shows your face. Attendees without a matching name or identifiable profile picture will be removed from the guest list and will not be able to enter the venue.

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Join us at the 8th Annual AI Awards to honour Ireland’s AI excellence

About This Event

Join us on Tuesday, 17th November 2026 at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin City, for Ireland’s premier celebration of artificial intelligence.

The AI Awards is more than an awards ceremony; it is a gathering of Ireland’s thriving AI community. It’s your opportunity to connect with innovators, explore emerging ideas, and celebrate the breakthroughs shaping the future of technology and society.

Proudly Supported By

This year’s AI Awards are made possible through the support of organisations at the forefront of technology and innovation in Ireland:

• Meta
• Enterprise Ireland
• Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet
• Alldus | Leaders in AI Staffing
• Guinness Enterprise Centre (Partner)
• More sponsors TBA

Why Attend?

Connect with Industry Leaders
Network with leading professionals, pioneering researchers, and the wider AI community in Ireland.

Gain Valuable Insights
Hear about the latest trends, innovations, and real-world applications of artificial intelligence.

Celebrate Excellence
Recognise outstanding achievements across 16 diverse award categories spanning the AI ecosystem.

Be Inspired and Inspire Others
Take part in conversations shaping the direction of AI in Ireland and beyond.

Explore New Opportunities
Discover potential collaborations, partnerships, and ideas in a focused, high-value environment.

Who Should Attend?

• Data Scientists and AI Teams
• AI Researchers and Practitioners
• Technology CEOs and Industry Leaders
• Award Nominees and Finalists
• AI Enthusiasts and Professionals

Event Details

• Date: Tuesday, 17th November 2025
• Time: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
• Location: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin 8
• Dress Code: Smart Casual
• Tea & Coffee on arrival. Lunch after the ceremony.

Award Categories

The AI Awards recognise excellence across 16 categories, celebrating innovation and impact across the Irish AI ecosystem:

• Best Application of AI to Achieve Social Good
• Best Use of Responsible AI and Ethics
• Best Application of AI in a Large Enterprise
• Best Application of AI in a Startup
• Best Application of AI in an SME
• NEW! Agentic AI Innovation of the Year
• AI Person of the Year
• Women in AI Ambassador of the Year
• Young AI Role Model of the Year
• Best Application of AI in Cybersecurity
• Best Application of AI in Sustainability
• Best Application of AI in Healthcare
• Best Application of AI in Consumer/Customer Service
• Best Application of AI in Manufacturing
• Best Application of AI in a Student Project
• Best Application of AI in an Academic Research Body

Whether you are working directly in AI, leading a technology-driven business, or simply passionate about the field, the AI Awards 2026 is your opportunity to connect, celebrate, and engage with Ireland’s AI ecosystem.

Secure your ticket today and be part of Ireland’s AI journey.

Ticket Information

• Full Price Ticket: €250 (Ends 8pm November 16th)
• Early Bird: €129 (Ends Midnight July 31st) - Use discount code AIAWARDS26 on checkout

All attendees - including sponsors, nominees, and judges - must present a valid ticket for entry. Entry will not be permitted without a valid ticket or inclusion on the guest list.

What’s Included in Your Ticket

Your AI Awards ticket provides full access to an exclusive half-day experience designed to connect, inspire and celebrate Ireland’s AI community.

Your ticket includes:

• Full access to the AI Awards ceremony and panel discussions
• Networking opportunities with industry leaders, innovators, and peers
• Complimentary tea, coffee, and light refreshments on arrival
• Lunch is included in ticket price.
• Opportunity to connect with nominees, finalists, judges and sponsors

About the Organiser

AI Ireland is dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence in Ireland by bridging academia, industry, and government. We showcase the exceptional work being done across the country, with a mission to increase the adoption of AI for the benefit of society, enhance national competitiveness, and improve quality of life.

Follow Us

Visit www.aiawards.ie and www.aiireland.ie for more information, or follow us on X and LinkedIn for updates.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Ireland’s premier AI event. Register now and join us in celebrating the future of artificial intelligence.