🇮🇪 Tech Events in Ireland

DubJUG 265, our live in-person event, presents Professor Ž (aka Željko Kozina!) Hear why Netflix dumped REST in favour of GraphQL and explore how memory management improves performance, the different parts of Java memory and the various garbage collectors.

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Last year, Netflix announced that it was dropping REST completely in favour of GraphQL. It is undoubtedly one of the popular kids on the Development playground right now.

GraphQL is a new way to build APIs, one that's easier, faster, better, and more flexible than the old RESTful API system, or at least that's the promise.

In this session, a REST developers' Assessment of Spring GraphQL, Željko will cover the basics of Spring GraphQL, explore its strengths and weaknesses, and determine whether it is a better option for your company than a conventional REST API.

Understanding how Java organises memory is important for every Java professional, but this particular topic is a common knowledge gap for many software professionals.

With the help of Željko, this talk explores how memory management can help you improve performance effectively, helping you understand the different parts of Java memory and the various garbage collectors so you can select your preferred one.

Date: Wednesday May 6th Time: 6 - 7.30pm Venue: Datavant, Bonham Quay, Galway

itag's Product Management Forum in collaboration with Galway's Product Management Meetup explores the theme of Human Intelligence Driving Transformative Innovation by grounding the conversation in the everyday realities of product practice.

The centrepiece of the evening is a panel discussion - "Re-imagining Product Processes" - that brings together practitioners across Product Management, Product Design, Technical Writing, Analytics, and Tech/Product Ops. They'll share first-hand experiences of how AI-driven workflows are redrawing traditional role boundaries, and what that means for teams navigating the shift.

Location: Datavant L07 Event Space - Doors Open [6PM] - Event Start [6:30PM].Panellist & speaker names/roles to follow

Please Note - You will receive an email closer to the event asking you to confirm your attendance. Please reply back to confirm your place.

A few people. A few ideas. A little time to swap, show, and play with what AI can do.

We’re inviting a few AI-curious and AI-active folks to share, swap, and discuss tools, practices, trends, and opportunities in AI right now.

Facilitated by Jennifer Dowling, organisational psychologist, and Reidín O’Connor, AI marketing engineer.

📅Wednesdady 6th May · 🕖 7–9pm · 📍 The Box, KillarneyLimited spaces

The Intelligent Sport Ecosystem' - leveraging data pipelines and AI to support sports performance and operations.

Focusing on the Intelligent Sports Ecosystem, our third Digital Innovation for Sport event at ATU Galway brings together leaders from sport, technology and research to examine how data and AI are transforming modern sport.

Through real-world insights and examples, discover how intelligent systems can optimise operations, elevate performance, and create new pathways for participation, engagement and commercial growth.

Discover Semiconductor innovations from Ireland’s top research teams showcasing new ideas and emerging spin-out opportunities.

You’re invited to the Explorer Programme 2026 Showcase, highlighting semiconductor and deep-tech commercialisation opportunities from Ireland’s research community. Teams from Tyndall, UCC, ATU, TCD and UCD will present innovations developed through this national programme, which supports early-stage ideas with mentorship and training toward commercialisation funding and spin-out creation.

Date: 7th May 2026 Time: 2:00 - 6:00pm Venue: The Hardiman Hotel, Eyre Square

Keynote: Leading with Presence and Power

We are honoured to welcome Dr. Melrona Kirrane, Associate Professor of Organisational Psychology at DCU Business School. A "Top Ten Woman of Influence" and a globally recognised scholar, Dr. Kirrane has spent her career documenting the ascent of women into senior management across Ireland. She will share her deep expertise on how to lead with impact while navigating the modern professional landscape.

What makes someone truly compelling at work? It’s not just competence - it’s how others experience you.

In this engaging and thought-provoking talk, Dr Melrona Kirrane explores the psychology of leadership presence and the subtle dynamics of power in modern organisations. Drawing on cutting-edge research and real-world insight, she unpacks how leaders build credibility, manage impressions, and navigate the often invisible rules that shape influence.

From executive presence and self-awareness to political skill and interpersonal impact, this session offers a clear, practical framework for anyone looking to strengthen their authority and effectiveness at work.

Panel Discussion: Keeping the Human in the Leader

Following the keynote, Audrey Bleach (Cisco) will moderate a powerhouse panel featuring local industry leaders:

• Edel Kelly,Genesys

• Siobhán Dervan, Rent the Runway

• Dr. Melrona Kirrane, DCU

In an era of rapid technological shift, our panelists will discuss how to maintain empathy, resilience, and a "human-first" approach to leadership.

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your leadership toolkit or connect with the vibrant community of tech and business professionals in the West, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss.

NOTE - you will revieve an email closer to the event requesting you to confirm your attendance. Please reply to the email to confirm

Explore how Generative AI is reshaping society and workplaces, enhancing productivity and innovation.

Dive into the transformative world of Generative AI with this workshop, designed to empower professionals to harness the latest AI technologies for both societal and workplace innovation. Through a series of engaging modules, participants will explore foundational concepts, and advanced applications, with real-world use cases.

This workshop will provide the tools and knowledge needed to effectively integrate Generative AI into various business processes, navigate ethical considerations, and lead AI-driven initiatives. Join us to become a pivotal force in shaping the future of your industry with Generative AI.

Claim a 5% Discount on this workshop, click here to access!

Generative AI stands at the forefront of technological innovation, reshaping industries by enabling new ways to create content, automate processes, and analyze data.

This knowledge empowers professionals to lead in the adoption of cutting-edge tools that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency, prepare for future challenges, and drive sustainable growth in an increasingly AI-integrated world.

Generative AI opens new avenues for creativity and innovation, allowing for the generation of novel ideas, designs, and solutions that can transform industries.

It significantly enhances efficiency, automating routine tasks and analyzing complex data sets quickly, freeing up human resources for more strategic activities.

Understanding and implementing Generative AI technologies provides a significant competitive edge, helping organizations stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Develop a deep understanding of Generative AI, mastering foundational concepts, and advanced applications to implement AI solutions effectively in their organizations.

Gain practical insights and experience through real-world use cases and exercises, learning to integrate Generative AI into business processes to boost efficiency and drive innovation.

Explore AI's ethical implications, understand potential risks, and learn strategies for responsible deployment to meet industry standards.

Learn how to lead AI-driven projects and foster innovation within their teams, positioning themselves as forward-thinking leaders in their respective fields.

Senior professionals exploring strategic AI integrations for operational and competitive advancements.

Ideal for those keen to navigate the ethical, regulatory, and workforce challenges presented by AI technologies.

Entrepreneurs and tech enthusiasts seeking to leverage AI for new business solutions and societal impact.

Smart Docklands Networking Event on the 7th May 2026 in Portal at Trinity East from 5-7pm.

After a great success of previous pilot projects we're very excited to announce the winners of the Call for Pilots 2025/2026 during the next Networking Event. As always we will be providing a few updates around our Smart Docklands and wider Smart City programme. Spaces will be limited so secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you then!

Monthly meetup to chat about data and analytics with your people, in a nice pub. Ticketless event. No need to get one, just show up.

Hello Data Friends!

Welcome to DATA CHATS in a PUB. Expect pints, toasties, Tommy the barman and even some data chatter. You will find us in our usual spot. upstairs in the Lord Edward Pub facing Christchurch Cathedral. (Side entrance & upstairs: 2nd floor.. if you can't find us ask at the 1st floor bar). Hope you can make it for an informal discussion about all things data: work, study & exploration.

Discussion Topics: We Want Your Input!

What would you like us to discuss? The group represents a broad range of interests and experiences. Each month we do a round table of introductions & topic suggestions. and we discuss the most popular topics. Or message us here on Meetup to suggest a discussion topic,

A note on our meetup - what to expect:

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Our meetup is an informal pub group chat about working & studies in the field of data & analytics. Technology agnostic, this is a place to meet your people. We take about 30 mins to settle ourselves, a round of introductions and then some data chats.

Are you new to Dublin or new to data? The group is usually made up of regulars and newcomers, but each member brings something to the mix, whether they are new and starting their career or studies or a bit more experienced.

So if you are new on the data scene and want some frank practical advice, or you're in the industry for longer, please come along, meet your people & join the discussion.

Data Chats In A Pub is always free to attend but we depend on the generosity of the Lord Edward for our venue. For that reason, whether your poison is water, tea or whiskey, we would ask that you support the bar and buy something.

Accessibility:

Please note that the venue is accessed via 3 flights of stairs and is therefore, unfortunately not access friendly. Let us know any time this is an issue for you, always open to venue changes to suit accessibility needs (discretely).

Reach out if any questions.

Niamho, Steve, Dave & the D&ACiaP

A hands-on workshop where sports fans design and create a laser-cut layered emblem inspired by their favourite teams and sports culture.

In this hands-on DIY workshop, participants will create a layered sports-inspired artwork using laser cutting technology.

Choose a design inspired by sports crests, emblems, and fan symbols, and watch as the laser cutter brings the design to life. Once the pieces are cut, participants will assemble and paint their artwork to create a unique layered piece.

This workshop introduces the basics of laser cutting and digital fabrication in a relaxed and creative environment. No previous experience is required.

All materials and guidance are provided, and each participant will leave with their own laser-cut sports emblem ready to display at home or give as a gift.

After purchasing a ticket, participants must send their design by email before the workshop so the file can be prepared for laser cutting.

If you don’t have a design, a selection of templates will be available to choose from.

https://imaginecraftsie.com

Imaginecraftsie@gmail.com

🔐 Hack and Chill – Weekly Meetup 🔐
📍 Tog Hackerspace | 🕖 Fridays, 7–9 PM
(Except the first Friday of the month – we’re at 2600 Dublin then!)
Are you into cybersecurity, hardware hacking, or just love the hacker mindset? Bring your laptop, your curiosity, and your latest digital mischief to our chill Friday night sessions.
No talks, no pressure — just hacking, learning, and chatting with like-minded folks in a relaxed space.
💻 BYO projects, hacks, and war stories
☕ Tea, tools, and toggers provided
💬 New faces always welcome
Come hang out. We don’t bite — unless you’re a vulnerable service.
https://www.tog.ie/2025/08/new-weekly-group-night-hack-and-chill/

Join us as we bring together the brightest minds in marketing, data and analytics to share learnings and tips!

After a long-awaited return since 2019, MeasureCamp is finally back in Dublin—and it’s set to be bigger, bolder, and more insightful than ever.

Hosted once again thanks to Google’s generous support, the 2026 edition promises a full day of hands-on learning, open knowledge-sharing, and meaningful connections with some of the sharpest minds in analytics, data, and digital measurement. If you’re passionate about data and love events where conversations matter more than slides, this is one you won’t want to miss.

The schedule is created on the day of the event and speakers are fellow attendees. Everyone is encouraged to discuss and participate in sessions, even to lead sessions themselves. You focus on what YOU find most interesting and useful.

As a concept, unconferences have proven to be extremely popular in recent years as they are designed to encourage discussions and an exchange of ideas. They provide an alternative to traditional one-way conferences by being a more collaborative social framework for knowledge sharing. MeasureCamp is about collaboration where attendees create the format. It is an open forum in which you have the chance to share best practices, learn about something new or discuss key issues facing the analytics industry.

First held in London in 2012, MeasureCamp is an '**unconference'**for the digital analytics industry, widely regarded as the best analytics conference with the best content! In 2023, the unconference was held in 21 cities around the world. With growing popularity and an unbeatable price (free), the tickets to the unconference disappear quickly (often in minutes after the release time).

Always held on a Saturday, it has a relaxed fun vibe and is FREE to attend. The event is all about learning, exchanging ideas, networking, and solving problems with your fellow digital analytics practitioners.

Unconferences are designed to encourage discussions and the exchange of ideas as an antidote to the passive, traditional, large theater-style conferences. With its small discussion group format and schedule defined, created and curated by attendees (You). MeasureCamp provides participants with the ultimate opportunity to learn, develop and network with other practitioners. Ask any of the hundreds of attendees who have experienced this unconventional format and you will find that it is the crown jewel of information sharing. Come to learn, network, and experience the "unconference" with us!

Attended by the best in the analytics industry from the senior level client, agency, or vendor to those just starting out in digital analytics - MeasureCamp is inclusive! The event can be an invaluable part of your continued learning!

Vision Language Models (VLMs) such as LLaVA, Qwen-VL, Nemotron VL and GPT-4o have unlocked a new era in AI where language and sight converge into a single reasoning system. These models can describe images, answer visual questions, read documents, and interpret charts — but their true power emerges when you fine-tune them on domain-specific data, teaching them to see and reason about the visual world that matters to you.

In this hands-on session, we walk through the full fine-tuning pipeline for vision-language models. We begin by understanding how these architectures work — how a visual encoder like CLIP or SigLIP is coupled with a large language model through a projection layer, and how the interplay between image tokens and text tokens enables multimodal reasoning. We then move into the practical side: preparing image-text datasets, choosing the right fine-tuning strategy (full fine-tuning vs. LoRA vs. QLoRA), configuring training with frameworks like Hugging Face Transformers and PEFT, and evaluating results on real-world benchmarks.

We will also discuss when and why fine-tuning a VLM is the right approach compared to alternatives like prompt engineering or retrieval-augmented generation, and how to avoid common pitfalls such as catastrophic forgetting, overfitting on small visual datasets, and misaligned image-text pairs.

Bring your laptop, your curiosity, and — if you have one — a dataset you would like to try. By the end of the session you will have a clear, reproducible workflow for adapting any open-source vision-language model to a custom task.

**📅 Open to all levels — no prerequisites, just curiosity.**

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The aim of this course is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to pass an exam certifying you as

The Agile Extension will give the tester the knowledge to be part of agile testing teams and achieve high performance. The course is aimed a

Join the Count Dockland interactive Data Analysis Workshop to explore real-world traffic data collected by small sensors in the Docklands!

Join the Count Dockland interactive Data Analysis Workshop to explore real-world traffic data collected by small sensors in the Dublin Docklands and learn how citizen-generated data can inform better transport and environmental decisions.

We will use easy-to-follow, hands-on exercises to explore when and where we see the most cars, heavy vehicles, bikes and pedestrians, and we will discuss how these insights can shape future mobility in the Docklands.

Overview

A networking event for founders, builders and operators in tech to connect, share ideas and grow together.

Tech Tribe Galway is a relaxed networking event designed to bring together people building and operating within the tech space across Galway and the West of Ireland.

This is not a panel-heavy or overly structured event. The focus is simple:
get the right people in the room and create the space for meaningful conversations.

Whether you're a founder, developer, operator, or working within a growing tech company, this is an opportunity to meet like-minded people, exchange ideas, and build relationships that actually lead somewhere.

What to expect
• A great group of devs, founders, builders and operators
• Informal networking with no pressure or pitching
• Strong conversations with people doing interesting work
• A chance to expand your network locally in a genuine way

Who should sttend
• Founders and startup teams
• Developers and engineers
• Product managers and operators
• Anyone working in or around tech in Galway

A networking event for founders, builders and operators in tech to connect, share ideas and grow together.

Tech Tribe Galway is a relaxed networking event designed to bring together people building and operating within the tech space across Galway and the West of Ireland.

This is not a panel-heavy or overly structured event. The focus is simple:
get the right people in the room and create the space for meaningful conversations.

Whether you're a founder, developer, operator, or working within a growing tech company, this is an opportunity to meet like-minded people, exchange ideas, and build relationships that actually lead somewhere.

• A curated group of founders, builders and operators
• Informal networking with no pressure or pitching
• Strong conversations with people actually doing interesting work
• A chance to expand your network locally in a genuine way

• Founders and startup teams
• Developers and engineers
• Product managers and operators
• Anyone working in or around tech in Galway

• 6:00pm – Arrival
• 6:15pm onwards – Open networking
• 8:00pm – Wrap up

This is a small, networking focused event. Spaces are limited.

These are our regular Monday evening electronics nights. Everyone from absolute beginner to experienced is welcome. These evenings are not classes or tutorials, rather a very friendly informal evening.

We have a wide range of people who come. Some are absolute beginners who do not even work or study electronics, but are interested to know more. Others have something that they are already working on. We almost always have some first time visitors and we always give them a tour of the space.

Come in with your Pi, Arduino, or whatever you have. Bring your laptop. Maybe you want to make something, solder, breadboard or use our electronic gear. Maybe you have some vague ideas and just want to get started. Or maybe you’re just curious……if so, it’s fine to come along and just see what others are doing.

If you would like to get even more involved and have the full use of our space, we would be delighted to have you as a full member. Membership brings many benefits.

We are located behind Mr Price and the Bright Lights store on Kylemore Road. We have lots of free parking available.

Do you like to make things? Would you like to use 3D software, lasercutter and 3D printing to help you make your idea?

TOG has an open evening to learn how CAD software and 3D fabrication tools can help you make your project.

All you need to take part is your own laptop and some ideas on what you want to make.

This is not a taught class, more like an informal working group of self-directed makers.

We will be happy to help you explore how to use our 3D tools in designing and making your project whether you are a crafter, designer, engineer or hobbyist.

Come and have a look at the tools in our space and get some ideas on how your project can be made.

Date: Monday 11th May Time: TBC Venue: Genesys, Bonham Quay, Galway

Please Note - You will receive an email closer to the event asking you to confirm your attendance. Please reply back to confirm your place.

The 4th International Digital Health Summer School, May 12-13 Maynooth University, Stay Left Shift Left-10X - Revolutionizing Healthcare

Join us in person for the 4th International Digital Health Summer School to explore cutting-edge health tech!

Get ready to dive into the world of digital health this summer! This in-person Summer School brings together clinicians, technology experts, and innovators for a unique learning experience. Whether you're into tech, healthcare, or both, it's the perfect place to connect, learn, and have fun. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to boost your knowledge and network with like-minded decision makers!

The Summer School is organized around key teaching points, elucidated with pragmatic real-life examples to help guide attendees to achieve real change in their organizations and across the complex adaptive system that is healthcare.

Maynooth University Certificate for attending.

Fee: €450

• Dates & Venue: May 12–13, 2026, John Hume Building, Maynooth University
• Host: Prof. Martin Curley, digital health pioneer and author of Stay Left Shift Left–10X (SL2-10X)
• Format: Two-day international learning and networking event bridging academia, health systems, industry, and policy (the “quadruple helix”).

• Theme: “Stay Left, Shift Left–10X” — accelerating health system transformation by moving care earlier, closer to home, and supported by digital innovation.Main Goals (“3 E’s”):
• Education – Access world-leading digital health learning
• Exploration – Build open collaboration and trust
• Exploitation – Identify and scale digital health innovations

• Artificial Intelligence in healthcare and data-driven care
• Digital oncology and precision medicine
• Electronic Health Records and patient data interoperability
• Digital sovereignty and cybersecurity
• Equitable access and affordability of care — addressing the “global model crisis” in health

Confirmed early lineup includes:

• Prof. Martin Curley, Chair, Maynooth University
• Florence Dupre, Chief Health Officer, La Poste (France)
• Dr. Monika Suryanvashi, Executive Director, Accenture Concus (Germany)
• Dr. Donal Bailey, CMO, Centric Health (Ireland)
• Dr Prahlad Ho, CMO, Northern Health (Australia)
• Prof Colin Doherty, Head of Medical School, TCD (Ireland)
• Elaine Brennan, Exec Director, Corp Strategic Partnerships, Northwell Health (USA)
• Mortiz Hartmann, Global Head Roche Information Systems (Switzerland)
• Phidi Soepengat, CEO DesktopIP (Indonesia)
• Art Beeker, Head of Oncology, Spaarne Gasthuis (Netherlands)
• Meghan Huffman, Vice President Digital Health, Novant Health (USA)
• Dr. Charles Larkin, Director of Research, University of Bath (UK)

• Meet cross-sector leaders shaping the next phase of digital health transformation.
• Learn directly from real-world implementation case studies of the SL2-10X model.
• Gain a network within a “high-trust, high-capability innovation community.”
• All delegates receive a copy of Prof Curley’s Stay Left, Shift Left–10X book and a Digital Health Academy Summer School certificate.
• Immerse in Maynooth’s new and historic campuses as backdrops to a fast-evolving digital health dialogue.

This event will provide clear, actionable insights to help organisations strengthen their cyber security posture and risk management.

Join us at SMBC Tralee Operations / JRI-America in Kerry Technology Park, on Tuesday 12 May from 12:00 – 14:00 for an engaging Tech Talk exploring the cyber security essentials every business should understand.

Registration, refreshments and networking will begin at 12:00, with panel discussions commencing at 12:30.

This session will be broken down into two panel discussions. The first will explore the importance of cyber security awareness and education, highlighting why building a strong security culture across organisations is critical. The second will focus on security essentials for businesses, outlining the practical steps organisations can take to strengthen their cyber defences.

Bringing together a panel of cyber security specialists and business leaders, this event will examine the real-world risks facing organisations across all sectors. Through practical discussion and shared experience, the panel will explore common cyber threats, the potential impact on operations and reputation, and the proactive measures businesses can take to improve resilience.

We are delighted to welcome a panel of industry experts who will share their knowledge, experience and practical insights.

This session will be facilitated by: Hazel Murray, Chair of Cybersecurity at MTU and expert panel speakers include:

Panel 1: Awareness and education

• John Drury, Consultant Program Manager at Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet
• Tom O’Connor, Director of the CyberSMART Security Awareness Program at SMBC Tralee Operations / JRI-America

Panel 2: Security Essentials for business

• Damien Moran, Head of the Security Operations Centre at SMBC Tralee Operations / JRI-America
• Paddy Lange, Co Founder at Resilium

This event is designed for both technical and non-technical audiences, this Tech Talk will provide clear, actionable insights to help organisations strengthen their cyber security posture and make more informed decisions around risk management.

Join us on May 12 for the next Stripe Dublin meetup. This is an in-person event for anyone building with Stripe. An evening focused on Stripe user experiences, product insights, best practices, and community.

🍕🍺 Perks
Food, drink provided!

🎫 Tickets
There is a hard limit for RSVP :) Wait list will be operating on Meetup.

📍Location
The event is hosted at Stripe's Dublin offices, Fitzwilton House, Wilton Pl, Dublin, 2 · Dublin, ie

🕚 Rough timings

• 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Doors open with refreshments
• 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Talks and Q&A
• 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm: Drinks, food, and networking

📣 Talks

1. Minions: Stripe’s one-shot, end-to-end coding agents, Mark Doyle
2. Enabling Crypto in Stripe - from pay-ins to pay-outs, Ana Andres del Valle

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the Stripe community.

Stripe developer code of conduct.

Running since June 2013, every month we have 1-2 talks focused on Security or Technology - followed by socialising with like minded people

• You can find out exactly what to expect about the night and the venue on the What We're About section of our Meetup page. Past talk details can be found the "Past Events" section.
• All people with any sort of an interest or level of knowledge in Security, Hacking and Emerging Technology are more than welcome to attend and feel free to bring like minded colleagues and friends.

CorkSec is made possible through generous sponsorship from our Platinum Sponsor Trend Micro, Gold Sponsor CyberSkills , as well as our Silver and Bronze Sponsors featured prominently on the night.

This time out we are running a special event, partnering with CyberIreland and Women4Cyber on night dedicated to Careers and networking.

Doors open at 19:00 with talks starting at 19:15. Details below

FREE PIZZA: Served at 19:00-19:15 First come, first served. When its gone - its gone (spoiler: it won't last until 19:15 :) )

TALK 1: Panel discussion amongst cybersecurity professionals talking about how they got into cybersecurity and their career progression - by CyberIreland
The event will provide attendees with practical insights, mentorship, and pathways into cybersecurity careers—whether they are early‑career professionals, students, career‑switchers, or established practitioners seeking to upskill.
Attendees will get real, practical advice from cybersecurity professionals about how they entered the field and what skills employers actually look for.

• Moderator: Ciaran Luttrell, VP Global SOC Operations, eSentire
• Panel
• Louis Coleman - SOC Operations Team Lead, eSentire
  After 10 years in the Aquaculture & Fishing industry, Louis obtained a Bsc. in I.T Management & Cybersecurity from M.T.U. Starting as an intern in eSentire's Security Operations Center in 2022, during the college semester, he has worked his way up through the SOC as an Analyst, Operations Lead, and now a Team Lead.
• Vanda Badura, Senior Information Security Analyst, McKesson
  Vanda is an experienced IT and cybersecurity professional focused on data analytics, governance, and scalable operational improvements. She specialises in translating complex security and risk challenges into structured, data-driven solutions that improve decision-making and organisational visibility. Beyond her corporate role, Vanda founded and operated her own business, demonstrating end-to-end ownership across strategy, operations, and delivery.
• Sharon Hanafin - Senior Cloud Cybersecurity Engineer, Dell Technologies
  Sharon is a Cybersecurity Engineer in Cloud Security, with a background in cloud engineering and product management. She works closely with technical and business teams to strengthen security practices, manage risk, and build resilient Cloud Environments. Sharon is based in Cork, Ireland and is passionate about supporting and advancing women in cybersecurity.

TALK 2: Overview of Women4Cyber and speed networking sessions - by Women4Cyber
Women4Cyber is a non-profit European private foundation with the objective to promote, encourage and support the participation of women in the field of cybersecurity.
Attendees will get the opportunity to build relationships that may lead to mentorship, internships, or job opportunities. Discover non-traditional pathways into Cybersecurity.

A day of digital manufacturing insights, featuring industry experts, workshops, networking and demos that shape the future of our sector.

Co-Hosted by Symetri and IDEAM Cluster

Join industry leaders, innovators and manufacturing professionals for a full day dedicated to the future of digital manufacturing. The Digital Manufacturing Forum brings together cutting edge thinking across AI, Digital Transformation and Sustainable Manufacturing, offering practical insights and real world strategies to help organisations accelerate their journey toward smarter, cleaner and more resilient operations.

This immersive event blends thought leadership with hands on exploration, giving attendees the opportunity to learn, connect and experience the technologies shaping the next era of manufacturing.

Hear from leading voices in digital manufacturing as they explore the latest trends, challenges and opportunities across our shared industry.

Dive deeper into specialised topics with expert led sessions designed to spark discussion, share best practices and provide actionable takeaways for teams at every stage of their digital transformation journey.

Connect with peers, innovators and solution providers throughout the day. Build relationships, exchange ideas and discover new collaboration opportunities within Ireland’s manufacturing community.

Experience live demonstrations in our dedicated area showcasing the newest tools, platforms and technologies driving digital manufacturing forward, from AI powered solutions to advanced design and engineering workflows.

Explore a exhibition featuring leading technology & research partners and training & solution providers. Engage with the latest innovations and speak directly with experts who can help your organisation develop and grow.

Find Out More

The Digital Manufacturing Forum is co‑hosted by Symetri and the IDEAM Cluster, two organisations united by a shared commitment to advancing digital manufacturing. Symetri brings deep expertise in digital transformation and technology solutions, while IDEAM Cluster champions innovation and collaboration across Ireland’s advanced manufacturing community. Together, they create a space where industry can learn, connect and move the sector forward.

> Note: If you have registered via luma, please dont double register here, Thanks.

Talk: Polars and Pandas.

Comparison between Polars and Pandas dataframes and their use cases in data Engineering. Which data frames to be used for analytical solutions and for huge data pipelines. What are the pros and cons in both pandas and polars dataframes.

Author: Priyanka Poornachandran
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyanka-p-481585192/]
[I am a Principal Data Engineer, currently working in a health care domain. I widely use python for building data pipelines and using it widely for Data analysis and for building flask applications.I am having 10 plus years of experience in Data Engineering and staying in Ireland for the last 3 years]

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Talk: Secure Coding One Stop Shop for Python

The goal is to provide a learning resource for secure coding in Python that is as comprehensive as those available for Java, C, C++, or Go.

Author: Helge Wehder
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/helge-wehder-b045101a]
[Aged software developer at Ericsson now clocking over 15 years, working in security over last 5 years.]
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Lightning Talk:

1. TBA

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Venue: Workday, Building, 152, Kings, 152-155, 152-155 Church St, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 A0TN

Big thanks to our sponsor for this edition: Workday

itag & itag Skillnet presents: AtlanTec Conference 2026 Human Intelligence Driving Transformative Innovation

Technology is accelerating. Intelligence is evolving. The future is being built in real time.

AtlanTec Festival & Conference 2026 (5th–15th May) brings together engineers, innovators, researchers and industry leaders to explore how human intelligence drives the next era of information innovation. With a dynamic ten-day program and a high-impact Conference on 14th May, AtlanTec is where ideas scale, technology meets purpose, and the West of Ireland steps confidently onto the global tech stage.

NOTE:

Agenda in progress...

You will recieve an email closer to the event asking you to confirm your attendance. Please reply back to this email to confirm your place

Join us in Dublin for the 10th GIG-ARTS Conference 2026!

Join us in Dublin for the milestone 10th edition of the GIG-ARTS conference. Hosted by Dublin City University (DCU), this year’s event brings together leading scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to tackle the defining challenge of our era: balancing digital innovation with the protection of fundamental rights.

As we look toward 2026, the governance of our digital futures requires a shift from short-term fixes to sustainable freedoms. This conference explores how rights and responsibilities are being redefined in an age of AI, algorithmic governance, and global data flows.

• Keynote Excellence: Hear from Prof. Iris Eisenberger (University of Vienna), a world-renowned expert on innovation and technology law.
• Interdisciplinary Insights: Engage in rigorous debates spanning law, political science, communication, and computer science.

• Dates: 14–15 May 2026
• Venue: Dublin City University (DCU), Ireland
• What includes: Your ticket includes attendance to the full conference program, coffee breaks, lunch (on 14/5), and a networking reception (on 14/5).
• Deadline: General registration closes 30 April 2026

Note for Authors: If your paper has been selected for presentation, please ensure you register by the March 13 deadline to be included in the final program.

Refund policy: no refund is possible.

Welcome to lockpicking at Tog.

Join us as we teach the various methods of picking and bypassing common locks in Ireland.

All equipment provided.

Warm clothes reccomended as the heating isnt the best.