Wisconsin Databricks User Group, Unity Catalog Meetup
Date: October 17th, 2024, Thursday Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm In this session, we’ll dive deep into the cutting-edge developments within the Unity Catalog ecosystem. Xorbix’s own Databricks Professional: Ryan Shiva, will guide us through a series of groundbreaking advancements that are reshaping the landscape of data governance and analytics. From the open-sourcing of Unity Catalog to the introduction of AI-powered features like AI/BI Genie, we’ll explore how these innovations are enhancing data management across clouds, formats, and platforms. We’ll also examine the new Lakehouse Federation capability and other recent Unity Catalog features that are set to revolutionize how organizations handle their data assets. Join us for an informative journey where Ryan will explore the latest advancements in Unity Catalog and its ecosystem Joining Link: https://wisdbug.com/event/upcoming-event-unity-catalog/
Exploring Data Warehousing
Date: September 12th, 2024, Thursday Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Join the Wisconsin Databricks User Group on September 12th for an in-depth overview of the many different data warehousing features available on Databricks. Andrew McQueen, Data Scientist at Xorbix, and Tyler Faulkner, Software Developer at Xorbix, will guide you through the Databricks SQL, Dashboards, and more. Read More: https://wisdbug.com/event/exploring-data-warehousing/
UWM Engineering Career Fair
Date: September 19th, 2024, Thursday Time: 11 am – 5 pm Venue: College of Engineering campus. Xorbix Technologies, Inc. is excited to participate in the UWM Engineering Career Fair on Thursday, September 19th, from 11 AM to 5 PM at the College of Engineering campus. We’re eager to connect with talented engineering students and professionals who are passionate about innovation and technology. Stop by our booth to learn about the exciting career opportunities we offer and how you can be part of a dynamic team that’s driving technological advancements. We look forward to meeting you!
UWEBC Annual Conference
Date: October 1st, 2024, Tuesday Time: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Venue: Monona Terrace, Madison WI Xorbix Technologies, Inc. is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the Annual Business Best Practices and Emerging Technologies Conference hosted by UWEBC on October 1st. We are excited to announce that our CEO, Asif Bakar, will be delivering a 20-minute presentation, where he’ll share insights on the latest advancements in manufacturing technology and how they can drive business success. Join us for an informative session and learn how Xorbix is at the forefront of innovation.
AHIMA24 Conference
Date: October 27-29th 2024, Thursday Venue: Salt Lake City, Utah Asif Bakar, CEO of Xorbix Technologies, Inc. will be a featured Tech Speaker at the AHIMA 2024 Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, from October 27th to 29th. This prestigious event brings together leaders in health information management and technology, and Asif will be sharing his expertise on the latest technological innovations transforming the Healthcare industry. Don’t miss the opportunity to gain insights from a leader at the forefront of tech innovation!
Databricks Data + AI User Group Meeting
DATE: THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2024 AT 5:30 PM Our second meeting of the Wisconsin Databricks User Group was a success! Attendees gathered for an insightful recap of the recent Data+AI Summit 2024 in San Francisco, presented by Asif Bakar, CEO of Xorbix Technologies, and Ryan Shiva, Software Developer at Xorbix. Key Highlights: Keynote Overview: Asif Bakar provided an in-depth discussion on major announcements, including the Databricks-NVIDIA partnership and the Tabular acquisition. He explained how these collaborations are set to accelerate enterprise data for the era of generative AI and optimize data and AI workloads using NVIDIA’s GPU acceleration. Deep Dive Sessions: Ryan Shiva introduced cutting-edge technologies and features: RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation): Ryan discussed how RAG enhances LLM capabilities by combining generative power with external knowledge retrieval, resulting in more accurate and contextually aware responses. LlamaParse: A revolutionary platform for document parsing tailored for advanced RAG. Ryan showcased how this GenAI-native platform enhances LLM application performance by ensuring high-quality data input. The meetup was a perfect opportunity for Databricks professionals and enthusiasts to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of data and AI. Attendees gained valuable insights into applying these advancements to their own projects and workflows. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the discussions. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!
Data-Driven Wisconsin Event (July 24th)
Date: 7/24/24 Event: Data-Driven Wisconsin Conference The fifth annual Data-Driven Wisconsin Conference was held, marking it as the premier data and advanced analytics event in Wisconsin and the upper Midwest. The event’s mission was to foster and grow the data ecosystem in the region, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities for software engineers, data scientists, and data professionals. Featured Speaker: Tyler Faulkner Our very own Tyler Faulkner, a talented software engineer at Xorbix, served as a speaker at the conference. Tyler shared his expertise on Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) Chatbots, offering attendees a deep dive into this innovative technology. Wednesday Workshop: Tyler led a half-day workshop focused on implementing a RAG bot using Azure tools. This hands-on session was designed for engineers and developers to gain practical experience with RAG technology. Thursday Talk: Then he presented a 30-minute talk on the architecture, benefits, and use cases for RAG bots. This session provided valuable insights into how RAG bots can enhance various applications and workflows. Event Highlights The conference provided an excellent opportunity to learn from experienced speakers and tutorial leaders, discover new tools and techniques, and grow careers in data and advanced analytics. Tyler’s sessions offered attendees a deeper understanding of RAG Chatbots and how they can transform projects. Thank You for Attending! Thanks to everyone who attended the Data-Driven Wisconsin conference. Your participation made it a successful event. Stay connected with us on social media for updates and announcements about our future events. We look forward to seeing you at the next conference!
Databricks User Group
Databricks User Group Event Recap We recently partnered with Databricks to host an informative user group event, introducing participants to Databricks. This workshop provided hands-on experience with Databricks’ powerful cloud-based platform for data engineering and collaborative data science. Event Highlights The event featured sessions on: Unified Governance with Unity Catalog: Benefits of unified data governance. ETL Medallion Architecture: Importance of a multi-hop architecture for data refinement. Training and Logging Machine Learning Models with MLflow: Training models, logging parameters, and tracking experiments. Hands-On Learning Participants learned to: Manage clusters and notebook environments on AWS. Prototype applications. Access and utilize external data sources. Train machine learning models with Python libraries. Log and track model metrics with MLflow. Conclusion The event was a fantastic experience, providing valuable insights into Databricks’ capabilities. Don’t miss our next user group! Follow us on social media for announcements about our upcoming events. This User Group event was proudly sponsored by Xorbix Technologies and Databricks.
Databricks Summit 2024 Recap
Event Overview The Databricks Data + AI Summit 2024 was an exceptional gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts, focusing on the latest advancements in Data and AI. Our team attended this prestigious event, gaining invaluable insights and knowledge. Hackathon Success: GenAI Hackathon One of the standout experiences for us was participating in the GenAI Hackathon. Competing against 56 teams, we were thrilled to be selected as a top 5 finalist. Our project, the “Smart Real Estate Advisor” chatbot, demonstrated the potential of AI to revolutionize the real estate industry. For a deeper dive into this experience and solution check out our blog linked here. Sessions and Insights Advanced AI Capabilities: The summit highlighted the latest developments in AI, particularly in natural language processing and large language models (LLMs). Our work with the DBRX model showcased how AI can effectively interpret user inputs and deliver personalized property recommendations. Building Production RAG Over Complex Documents: Led by Jerry Liu, Co-founder and CEO of LlamaIndex, this session delved into creating robust Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines. We learned about LlamaParse, a specialized Document Parser that excels at handling complex documents, improving the accuracy of RAG chatbots. Unity Catalog Open Source Announcement: Databricks announced the open sourcing of Unity Catalog, their unified governance solution for data and AI. This move reinforces Databricks’ commitment to an open ecosystem and offers enhanced flexibility for users. Data-Driven Strategies in Sports: A fascinating session on how the Texas Rangers utilize Databricks and ML/AI to gain a competitive edge. Insights into their data-driven tactics and AI applications provided a compelling example of AI’s transformative potential in sports. Conclusion Attending the Databricks Data + AI Summit 2024 was a remarkable experience that enriched our understanding of the latest trends and technologies in data and AI. Our success in the GenAI Hackathon and the insights gained from the summit sessions will significantly influence our future projects and innovations.
Summer Fest Tech 2024
Date: June 24 to 27th, 2024 Asif Bakar, Founder and CEO of Xorbix Technologies, recently served as a panelist at Summer Fest Tech 2024, held from June 24th to 27th. The event brought together top minds in the tech industry to discuss emerging trends and innovations. Asif shared his insights on the future of technology and its impact on various industries, contributing to the dynamic conversations that took place during the event. It was an honor for Xorbix Technologies to be part of this influential gathering.