Join us for a community-led developer event focused on AI-assisted coding with GitHub Copilot. This event brings together developers to explore practical workflows, real-world use cases, and hands-on experiences using GitHub Copilot.
Whether you are new to GitHub Copilot or already using it, this event will help you better understand how to apply AI-assisted coding techniques in everyday development.
Agenda
- 5:30pm: Doors open, Food, and Networking
- 6:00pm: Welcome, Community update
- 6:10pm~7:30pm: Tech talks & Q&A
- 7:30pm~8:00pm: Open discussion and closing
Tech Talk: LLMs, GitHub, and Copilot: Concepts, Capabilities, and Practical Use
Speaker: Shehr Yar (G42)
Abstract: This session introduces Large Language Models, GitHub, and Copilot, focusing on how they work together to accelerate modern software development. It covers core concepts, key capabilities, and real world use cases, from code generation and review to workflow automation and collaboration. The session also explores how LLMs process information in ways that resemble human thinking, helping participants understand how these systems learn patterns, generate responses, and mimic aspects of human cognition.
Speakers/Topics:
Stay tuned as we are updating speakers and schedules. If you have a keen interest in speaking to our community, we invite you to submit topics for consideration: Submit Topics
Venue:
Natural Velocity AI Learning Centre, Docklands Dr, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
How to find us: Natural Velocity's AI Learning Centre is located on Level 1, 9 Star Cres Docklands (inside The District Docklands) next to Melbourne College of Hair and Beauty.
- By tram: We're at the last stop on tram routes 70 & 86 (free tram zone). Exit the FRONT of the tram, cross the road and enter the left-hand side District Docklands entrance, up the escalator near Penny Specialty Coffee, take a left over the bridge and we're next to Melbourne College of Hair & Beauty
- By Rideshare: Enter ‘Natural Velocity’ into your App and a driver will drop you off outside The District Docklands entrance. enter the left-hand side District Docklands entrance, up the escalator near Penny Specialty Coffee, take a left over the bridge and we're next to Melbourne College of Hair & Beauty
- By Car: Park in “the District Docklands East Carpark” above Woolies. From your car exit level one, walk past H&M towards Star Cres, turn left take a right over the bridge and we're next to Melbourne College of Hair & Beauty. NV can discount parking down to $7.
Sponsors:
We are actively seeking sponsors to support our community. Whether it is by offering venue spaces, providing food/drink, or cash sponsorship. Sponsors will not only speak at the meetups, receive prominent recognition, but also gain exposure to our extensive membership base of 3,000+ AI developers in Melbourne and 500K+ worldwide.
Local and Global AI Community on Discord
Join us on discord for local and global AI tech community:
- Events chat: chat and connect with speakers and global and local attendees;
- Learning AI: events, learning materials, study groups;
- Startups: innovation, projects collaborations, founders/co-founders;
- Jobs and Careers: job openings, post resumes, hiring managers