Every week, we dig through our jam-packed events calendar and hand-select five events we think you need in your life. This week, we've got machine learning tech talks at Amazon Alexa, happy hours and much, much more.
Machine Learning at Amazon Alexa, May 7 at 6 p.m.
If you've always wanted to learn more about the technology behind Amazon Alexa, this is the event for you. Members from Amazon Alexa's machine learning team will talk about the AI science embedded in one of the tech giant's most popular products, and you'll get the chance to brush shoulders with recruiters from Amazon. Given Amazon's announcement it would be hiring 2,000 employees in Boston over the next few years, this is definitely an event worth checking out.
She Geeks Out May Happy Hour Sponsored by Motus, May 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Head over to the beautiful Motus offices for a night of delicious food and beverages and even tastier conversation. You'll not only get to hang out with the fun women of She Geeks Out, but you'll also get to network with potential employers and future business partners. #GirlPower
Workbar Wednesdays Networking Night, May 9 at 6 p.m.
Need a drink? Head over to Workbar to fully enjoy hump day with some drinks, light apps and mingling with other members of the Boston tech community. You'll get to grow your network while enjoying a gorgeous view of Boylston Street from Workbar's newest location in Back Bay. What's not to like?
From Business to Brand, May 10 at 6 p.m.
If you're interested in creating a brand for yourself or your business, you don't want to miss this event hosted by MOO and Poppin. The two companies, as well as other industry leaders in branding and design, will be talking about the art of "transforming your business into a world-class brand." Sounds fancy.
Information Architecture Course for Application and Web Design, May 11 at 9:30 a.m.
Calling all designers: American Graphics Institute wants to teach you how to build a well-planned information hierarchy — an often overlooked element of web design. This fast-paced UX workshop is designed to teach visitors how to create the foundation of a functional website and application through a blend of intuitive navigation scheme and user research. Head over to this to stop worrying about creating confusing sites or apps.
