Tech Events in Dublin

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.

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!

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

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.**

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!

ISTQB® FOUNDATION TRAINING COURSE
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.

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.

> 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:

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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

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.

We have returned! We got busy, blinked, and then a year passed.
We missed you! You missed us! What a time to be alive! Anyway...

I'm excited to announce our return to our first home Squarespace, on May 14th, where they will be treating us to two new talks, and some Pizza!

- Deployment orchestration with Auto Rollbacks using Argo - Sean Ryan
- Reliable On-Demand Cloud Environments for Microservice Development - Ronan Watkins

To facilitate building security we will be closing signups on May 12th. Please sign up before then to avoid disappointment.

We are always on the look out for more speakers! If you've an idea, please reach out! And now that I mention it, the CFP for SRECon just opened, we can be your gateway to the next stage!
Check it here: https://www.usenix.org/conference/srecon26emea/call-for-participation

Finally you can find us on the the Irish Tech Community Slack in the channel #SRE. Sign up here.

See you there!
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Informal, meet founders & tech people, talk tech, network: hang out with people who are both excited about the future and building it.

Aimed at recreating the tech cafe environment in Silicon Valley, Tech in a Circle is an intimate "networking" event where a founder or tech developer shares an exciting project he or she has been working on. It's not a pitch, not a sales stunt, not transactional. We all sit in a circle (even the speaker), and the speaker shows a demo of what he or she has been working on. Like a meeting between friends where one friend has an exciting project to show off. As he or she shows the demo, people can ask any question at any time or make comments; it's a conversation. After the demo is done, we all hang out. The ultimate goal of Tech in a Circle is to bring the magic of The Valley to the EU, one event at a time.

Come join us Monday the 18th of May at the The Circular in Rialto at 7pm. We’ll be at the Backroom, which you can find behind the curtain.

We will have the usual socialising and networking with others in the Irish game development community. See what they have been working on, play test in-development games! If you have something you want to show off you can bring it along and get feedback too!

If you want to present, you should fill out this form

You can also join our discord channel here to keep the conversation going: https://discord.gg/dJA7dhf

This month's 1GAM theme is "Jump, man"

What does 1GAM mean? Well, it's a monthly Game Jam (1 Game A Month, get it?). Every month we give you a theme, and you can bring a game you made during that month to show it off to the rest of the attendees. Think of it as optional inspiration for prototypes, and if you need extra motivation.

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Exploring the challenges and opportunities in scaling of digital healthtech in Ireland.

This event brings together key stakeholders from Ireland’s digital healthtech ecosystem to explore the opportunities and challenges in scaling and shaping the future of healthtech innovation.

The Irish based European Digital Innovation Hubs, (ENTIRE, CeADAR, Data2Sustain and FactoryXchange 2.0), in collaboration with Enterprise Europe Network and Ibec will explore the strategic direction and support levers for Irish SMEs to develop, scale and commercialise innovative digital healthtech solutions.

Critical challenges, such as integration of AI tools, regulatory compliance, cyber resilience and financial supports will be discussed by expert speakers and panel discussions.

The event will conclude with a networking lunch and dedicated one-to-one meetings, providing valuable opportunities for SMEs, service providers, and agency representatives to connect, collaborate, and explore potential partnerships.

Who should attend?
SMEs, PSOs and industry stakeholders working in the health and life sciences industry.

*Agenda

Registration (09:30 - 10:00)
• Registration, coffee and networking

Session 1 (10:00 - 11:30)
• Welcome and introduction
• Digital and Life Sciences strategies - Fiona O’Sullivan, Life Sciences Unit, DETE
• Digital Health – Kieran Daly, HealthBeacon and Ibec Digital Health Working Group
• EDIH Programme overview - Laura Clifford, EDIH Programme Manager, Enterprise Ireland
• Panel discussion

Coffee Break & Networking (11:30 - 12:00)

Session 2 (12:00 - 13:30)
• AI as an enabler of new Digital Healthtech products & services – Prof Barry O'Sullivan, UCC
• Case Study of an SME scaling Digital Healthtech in Ireland
• Digital Health Regulatory overview – Speaker TBC
• Ensuring Cyber Resilience for Digital Healthtech – Glenda Deveney, MTU
• Ecosystem and financial supports overview – Patrick Sweeney, Enterprise Europe Network
• Q&A

Networking Lunch (13:30 - 14:30)

Optional 1 to 1 meetings (14:30 - 15:30) - SME, service providers, agency staff

Parking: There are no parking spaces available within the venue area. Street parking is available but regulated with pay zones around €2.50–€3.10 per hour around campus; check signs to avoid clamping. There are multi-storey car parks within a 5–10 minute walk: Trinity Street (APCOA), Q-Park Setanta, APCOA Drury Street, Q-Park St Stephens Green.

Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible

If you have any queries, please contact lisa.bodden@waltoninstitute.ie

*Subject to change

By registering for this event, you consent to the sharing of your personal data (e.g., full name, email address, organisation information, and job title) with event partners, including:

· The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)

· The European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIH) network in Ireland

· Any other co-organising or collaborating entities directly involved in the delivery or follow-up of this event

This data will be used solely for purposes related to event coordination, follow-up activities, collaboration opportunities, and reporting within the scope of EU-funded initiatives. Your data will be handled in accordance with applicable EU data protection regulations, including Regulation (EU) 2018/1725 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting the event organisers.

When cyber, AI, and geopolitics collide, leadership is tested. An exclusive gathering for those shaping risk at the highest level.

ALWAYS EXPOSED: Leadership in a High-Risk World of Cyber, AI & Geopolitics brings together a select group of senior leaders for two days of candid discussion on the risks reshaping organisational leadership.

In an environment where cyber threats, AI disruption, financial crime, and geopolitical instability are increasingly interconnected, executives face growing pressure to navigate uncertainty while maintaining trust, resilience, and accountability.

This gathering convenes C-suite executives, CISOs, risk and compliance leaders, policymakers, law enforcement representatives, and academic experts for a series of focused sessions designed to explore the real-world implications of today’s evolving threat landscape.

Designed as a high-level, discussion-driven gathering, the event offers an opportunity to engage with peers and thought leaders confronting the same complex challenges shaping the future of cyber risk and governance.

We've survived the Winter, and are looking forward to a busy Summer! To kick things off we're partnering with MongoDB to bring you our latest Meetup.

We'll be hosted by MongoDB in their Dublin office on Thursday 21st May from 6:00pm and we'll have two speakers for you that evening.

MongoDB need very little in the way of introduction, they've a strong presence here in the Irish tech scene and are big supporters of other communities we're all part of. We're delighted to have finally made that connection now ourselves here at Go Ireland and look forward to what's to come over the next few years together.

We've got two speakers for you for this Meetup, the first is a Go Ireland regular Dmytro Lahoza, and the second is MongoDB's own Andrei Matei who'll be coming over from Manchester to join us on the night.

"MongoDB × Go: Inside the Ecosystem and How It Runs at Scale" with Andrei Matei - Software Engineer at MongoDB

"Plugins Without Borders: A Language-Agnostic Plugin System for Go and Beyond" with Dmytro Lahoza - Software Engineer at Verda

Big thanks again to MongoDB who'll be supporting us for this entire event.

As always, you'll be fed, watered, and we'll head to a pub nearby after the event to keep the conversations going.

We've also got a new home on LinkedIn, going forward this will be the best place to find updates.

Join the Migrant Innovation Bootcamp for hands-on skills, networking, and cool startup ideas live and in person!

We invite you to bring your experience as a migrant in Ireland and explore how your unique perspective can help shape innovative ideas in the climate and technology sectors. Your lived experience is invaluable and can drive forward-thinking solutions and real change across Ireland’s tech and climate industries.

This is part of a pioneering 3-phase programme, unique to Ireland, designed to unlock the innovation potential of migrants. This is an innovation-first experience that empowers participants to become problem-solvers, idea generators, and potential founders of scalable, climate-aligned solutions.

Programme Phases

Phase 1 – 3-Day Innovation Bootcamp 25th, 26th & 27th May, 2026 – Location: F2 Centre, Reuben Plaza, Rialto, Dublin 8 D08 DKP6 (10AM-4PM)

Intensive, interactive, and innovation-focused, this bootcamp allows participants to explore real Irish societal challenges, drawing on their diverse perspectives and experiences. You’ll develop ideas, meet key stakeholders, and build confidence and meaningful connections.

Phase 2 – MigrAction EU Online Modules (June–August 2026) (10AM-4PM)
Self-paced online learning covering business planning, strategy, finance, marketing, sustainability, and online safety. These modules deepen the knowledge and skills introduced in the bootcamp.

We highly recommend completing all 6 modules with MigrAction:

Phase 3 – 1-Day Accelerator 23rd September, 2026 – Location: F2 Centre, Reuben Plaza, Rialto, Dublin 8 D08 DKP6 – (10AM-4PM)
Participants reconvene to refine ideas, practise pitches, receive expert feedback, and connect with enterprise supports and mentors. This day also focuses on impact measurement and next-steps planning.

What You’ll Do

✔ Discover gaps in the Irish market
✔ Learn innovation & design thinking
✔ Turn real problems into real opportunities
✔ Explore climate, tech & social enterprise ideas
✔ Work with others to shape your idea
✔ Meet migrant founders & innovation experts

You Don’t Need

❌ A business idea
❌ Business experience
❌ Perfect English

Just bring your ideas, energy, and curiosity.

You’ll Leave With

✔ A clear idea you can develop
✔ Confidence to take the next step
✔ Connections with mentors & entrepreneurs

Hello Everyone,
For this event, we'll have a collaboration with the Linux Developer Ireland meetup.

You can find the details and sign up here:
https://meetu.ps/e/Q0Lgz/sZHJs/i

Time and place are still the same.
The good folks at Anseo are graciously hosting us again.

As always, you can watch past events videos on our peertube channel:
https://indymotion.fr/c/cppdug/videos

And join the chat on matrix:
https://matrix.to/#/#cppdug:gitter.im

See you there

Welcome to learn and discuss Linux & c++ topics on Tue 26.5.

Aayush Sahay (Lead Developer, Travel Department) gives first a lightning talk on Unifying CLI Tools for 4 Different Linux Distributions. When you like BAT & TMUX and want them with identical personalized CLI views on Arch, Fedora, Ubuntu & Debian, you end up in a jungle of package managers, naming differences, version challenges and automating needs… Aayush will discuss how he is navigating this and also wants to hear other suggestions. https://aaysah92.github.io/

Next we hear from Tamás Boros (Graphics c++ dev and performance engineer) on Graphics API emulation on Linux. Lately Tamás has been living in the world of mobile and consoles, focusing on how to bridge the gap between heavy-duty rendering and portable hardware.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced Linux/c++ enthusiast, you are very welcome to join. This event is a joint meetup between Dublin C++ User Group, Linux Developers Ireland and Dublin Linux Community. Please RSVP in one of the 3 meetup groups, so we know the seating needs beforehand.

The program will start at 7pm, in the upstairs room of Anseo pub, where we can also quench our thirst. See you on Tue 26.5.!

Please note:
- There is no free food/pizza served at this event.
- We plan to take a few photos at the event.
- This event is in Dublin city center and there is no free parking.

Get ready to dive into the world of Digital Transformation & AI at the National MSC Conference & Expo 2026!

Digital Transformation & AI @ National MSC Conference & Expo 2026

Welcome to the ultimate event for all things digital and AI! Join us at RDS Simmonscourt for a day filled with cutting-edge insights, innovative technologies, and networking opportunities. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a business professional, or just curious about the future, this event is a must-attend. Get ready to explore the latest trends, hear from industry experts, and discover how digital transformation and AI are shaping the world around us. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of the future!

As part of Dublin Tech Week you are invited to a special edition of Dublin Dataviz!

Instead of our usual speaker events, this evening will be a data visualisation workshop - a chance to get your hands dirty and get visualising some Irish data! No prior experience of any data visualisation software or coding is required.

As places for this workshop are limited, we are charging a small fee of €5 to secure your spot - this will all be spent on pizzas on the night.

Join us for what will be a great evening - with the inevitable pints in Arthur's bar afterwards.

A bi-weekly, free coding club for 7–13 year olds, led by Accenture at The Dock. Kids learn to create animations & games with Scratch.

Overview
A bi‑weekly, free coding club for 7–13‑year‑olds, led by Accenture volunteers at The Dock. Kids learn to create animations and games with Scratch, a visual programming language perfect for beginners, while collaborating in a safe, social setting.

Who it’s for
Beginners to intermediate coders aged 7–13. Curiosity and creativity welcome!

Schedule & Location

• Restart date: 14 January 2026 (bi‑weekly thereafter)
• Venue: The Dock, Accenture (7 Hanover Quay, Grand Canal Dock, Dublin, D02 YN32)
• Please arrive 5 minutes early for check‑in.

What to bring

• Laptop or tablet required for full participation
• A charger

Note: Your child is welcome to attend without a device, and follow along on the instructor’s screen; they can participate in discussions and design thinking, though they may not be able to complete the hands‑on coding that day

Tickets & Attendance

• Please select one ticket per child, minimum age of 6 years (parents/guardians do not need a ticket).
• Spaces are limited; if you can’t attend after registering, please cancel to free your spot for another family.

Safeguarding & Inclusion

• Sessions are volunteer‑led and supervised; a parent/guardian should remain on site.
• We aim to provide a safe, inclusive environment where every young person can explore technology confidently.
• If your child has accessibility needs, let us know during registration. We’ll work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

About Code Club (former Coder Dojo) at Accenture
Code Club is a global movement of free, volunteer‑led coding clubs where young people explore digital technology in a social, safe environment. At The Dock, Accenture volunteers facilitate sessions that introduce children to Scratch and support them to learn, create, and have fun.

Learn how to use AI to boost your business at our "AI Implementation in Business" workshop - don't miss out on this opportunity to level up!

Are you curious about how artificial intelligence can revolutionize your business operations?

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses that harness the power of AI are leading the way in innovation, efficiency, and growth. This workshop is designed to give you the tools and insights to integrate AI into your business strategy, transforming how you operate and make decisions. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of the competition or explore the full potential of AI, this training will help you take that crucial next step.

Whether you're a small startup or a large corporation, this event is perfect for anyone looking to stay ahead in the digital age. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best in the field!

In a world where technology is rapidly advancing, understanding AI is crucial for staying competitive and driving innovation. Learning about AI equips you with the knowledge to leverage its capabilities effectively, making you a valuable asset in any organization.

AI opens doors to new possibilities, enabling you to create innovative solutions and improve existing processes.

By analyzing data more efficiently, AI provides valuable insights that lead to better, data-driven decisions.

Mastering AI technology positions you ahead of the curve, giving you an advantage in a technology-driven market.

Understand the core concepts of AI and its strategic importance in modern business.

Acquire practical skills through interactive sessions and real-world AI applications.

Learn how to effectively integrate AI into your business strategy to drive growth and innovation.

Develop the ability to leverage AI for improved data analysis and informed decision-making

Those seeking to understand how AI can optimize operations and drive strategic growth

Individuals looking to leverage AI for innovative solutions in startups or small businesses

Individuals eager to explore AI’s potential and its transformative impact across different sectors.

Let's gather! It's for Women Innovators to Rise and to REBOOT. RESET. REIMAGINE.

TechFoundHer Summit 2026 as part of Dublin Tech Week!

Friday 2********9 May

The Round Room, Mansion House, Dublin

Lunch included!

Event Description:
🚀 Join us for TechFoundHer Summit 2026 as part of Dublin Tech Week! Women Tech Innovators Rise.

We are living through a system crash -It's time to reimagine something better - to reboot the dominant culture of tech innovation and to reset our ambitions and determination to create change together!
TechFoundHer Summit 2026 brings together women tech innovators, leaders and status quo disruptors to create some noise. We are designing the future boldly by placing our lived experience, ethics and societal need at the centre of innovation. It's time to do AI, Tech and Innovation differently with women front and centre.
Women are rebooting and not just technology, but the future itself. Let's Go!!!

What to Expect:
✅ Lightning Talks – Hear from women tech founders and innovators sharing their insights, wins, and takeaways!

✅ Globa Investors –Meeting global investors on a mission to support women founders and committed to change!

✅ Keynotes from Tech Trailblazers – Gain insights from trailblazing women shaping the future of tech.

✅ Product and AI Takeaways– Get actionable tips on harnessing AI and emerging tech to build impactful products. This is our moment with vibe coding tools - product building is now accessible for all.

✅ Networking Opportunities – Connect with founders, investors, and tech advocates from acros the island. Strenghten connections and become part of this community for change.

Global Speaker Announcements

Erika Aquino is a global angel investor, strategic advisor, and founder of Aquino Global Ventures, committed to expanding access to capital for women and underrepresented founders. Born in the Philippines, she invests in early-stage startups across the Philippines, Singapore, Australia, Germany, Miami, Los Angeles, New York, and Austin, bringing a transatlantic lens to founders building and raising globally.

Lata Setty– Serial tech entrepreneur turned VC investor Lata leverages her expertise in science, tech, law and business to rocket fuel female founded startups.a Venture Capitalist driven to accelerate other female founders’ journeys. Trekking over 65 countries since 2019, following the acquisition of her second startup, she leverages her startup expertise to hunt for nanocorns and rocket-fuel female-founded companies bridging Science, Tech/AI, Business & Law.

Catherine Gray–Entrepreneur, champion for women founders, and driving force and movie producer behind the global movement Show Her the Money, shifting capital, power and visibility towards women-led innovation.

Other Speakers include: Dr Áine Kerr, Dr Lollie Mancey, Prof Maura McAdam and lots more.

Why Attend?
🔥 Be Inspired – Hear stories of resilience, innovation, and breakthrough ideas.
🤝 Make Connections – Build relationships with founders, funders, and partners invested in inclusive innovation.
💡 Gain Practical Insights – Walk away with tips and tools you can apply directly to your tech venture.

Who Should Attend?

• Women Founders building and looking to build tech solutions
• Aspiring Entrepreneurs curious about launching a tech startup.
• Tech Advocates, Investors, and Ecosystem Leaders committed to supporting women in tech.
• Innovation Champions looking to connect with purpose-driven startups.

🎟️ Get Involved!
We’re also offering ticket bundles and group deals — because we believe the more women tech advocates in the room, the greater the impact.

📩 Interested in partnering with us? Email mairin@techfoundher.com to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

Together, let’s rewrite the playbook on tech entrepreneurship.

Lunch and refreshments included in ticket price.

From Apprenticeships for All to (ND) Neurodivergent + (AI) Built Businesses

• Location: ESB HQ - 27 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin 2
• Date & Time: Friday, May 29 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Tickets: Free (Strictly limited for high-quality Q&A)
• Format: 50% Networking & Finger Food | 50% Panel & Actionable Q&A

The Hook: We aren't just sending the lift back down; we’re building bigger ladders.

We are here to show you the "receipts." This isn't a conversation about "help" it's a hard-nosed business case for the real-world benefits of a wider range of talents. Did you know? 28.5% of founders in Ireland’s €1bn+ "three-comma club" are neurodivergent (ND), yet 29% of our prison population is also ND. As we fix the hole, come & learn how AI can help you build a bigger ladder.

The Lineup: Using our Difference to Make a Difference

Special Intro: 10 Questions & Answers with Emma Maye

• Emma Maye (CEO, Ardale Property Group): The IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year and out-and-proud Dyslexic CEO. Emma has pioneered a ‘tech-first’ mindset in the construction and property sectors.

The Panel:

• Jack Churchill (CEO, Empowering Tech): A global leader in assistive tech with offices in six countries. Jack is a champion for accessibility, recently helping to bring AI-powered text recognition pens into Mountjoy Prison.
• Charlene Coleman (Founder, EchoMind AI): A pioneer reducing the "diagnostic admin" of ADHD / AuDHD assessments by 90%, making support more neuroaffirming, accessible, and affordable through AI innovation.
• Rebecca Molloy (Founder, TrustWorki): The data visionary behind the "C3PO Culture Diagnostic"—a smart AI tool that measures psychological safety and neuro-inclusion to turn feedback into action.
• Your Host: Seán Fay: LEO Dublin City Disability Ambassador and founder. of #WholeVillageHiring™. Seán is redefining how we hire and house the talent Dublin needs for its big plans on infrastructure and home building.

Why Attend?

This event connects Dublin Tech Week and Dublin Inclusion & Integration Week 2026. Hosted by the ESB DEI Team, we will also showcase the 2026 ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme—a masterclass in intentional networking through the DEIS school system to build a wider workforce that literally powers our city.

Who is this for?

• Founders: Focus on your "big rocks"; let AI handle the small stuff.
• CSR & Supply Chain Leaders: Learn to use your purchasing power to drive better performance and social change.
• HR & Recruiters: There’s no talent shortage, just a shortage of inclusive thinking impacts your inbox.
• Advocates & Innovators: See how AI is widening the gate for more of us living in Dublin with a difference to make a difference.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) conference in Dublin, Ireland

Strive welcomes you to 'Blockchain and Business Networking', an event for tenured and newcomers at Old Fashioned Sam’s! Event is 18+.

Strive welcomes you to 'Blockchain and Business Networking', Dublin's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location for all to join.

Are you interested in blockchain and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts, Cryptographers, Investors, Miners, Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started.

**This will be a multi-vertical event**********

There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!

Pack some business cards and come with an open mind!

Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future.

We will have a space for our event to check-in.

The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM(feel free to come at any point in this timeframe).

Name tags will be provided.

Business casual dress code. Job fair attire.

Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow!

We look forward to meeting you at the event!

Sincerely,

Strive Networking Team

Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees.

Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.

Strive welcomes you to 'Tech and Business Networking', an event for tenured and newcomers at Old Fashioned Sam’s! Event is 18+.

Strive welcomes you to 'Tech and Business Networking', Dublin's hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location for all to join.

Are you interested in tech and business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started.

**This will be a multi-vertical event**********

There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!

Pack some business cards and come with an open mind!

Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future.

We will have a space for our event to check-in.

The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM(feel free to come at any point in this timeframe).

Name tags will be provided.

Business casual dress code. Job fair attire.

Remember - it's not about who you know today, it's who you'll meet tomorrow!

We look forward to meeting you at the event!

Sincerely,

Strive Networking Team

Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse for eventbrite fees.

Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.