AI events in Sheffield.

⌖ Sheffield · The Edge, University of Sheffield, 34 Endcliffe Crescent, Sheffield, S10 3ED

Hosted by APRIL

The APRIL AI Hub Annual Summit 2026 brings together researchers, practitioners, and innovators at the forefront of artificial intelligence and machine learning for a full day of knowledge sharing and collaboration in Sheffield. Taking place at The Edge at the University of Sheffield, this conference serves as the flagship annual gathering for the APRIL (AI for Precision Medicine and Healthcare, Privacy, Reproducibility, Interpretability, and Learning) community. As the second annual summit following the inaugural event in Edinburgh, this conference continues APRIL AI Hub's mission to advance responsible AI research and practice across healthcare, precision medicine, and beyond. The summit provides a vital platform for cross-sector dialogue between academic researchers, industry partners, healthcare professionals, and policy makers working at the intersection of AI, ethics, and real-world applications. What to Expect While the detailed programme is still being finalised, attendees can expect a comprehensive agenda featuring: - Keynote presentations from leading figures in AI research and healthcare innovation - Research showcases highlighting cutting-edge work in precision medicine, privacy-preserving AI, reproducible research methodologies, and interpretable machine learning - Panel discussions exploring the ethical, regulatory, and practical challenges of deploying AI systems in sensitive domains - Networking opportunities to connect with peers across academia, industry, and healthcare sectors - Poster sessions and demonstrations of ongoing research projects Who Should Attend This summit is designed for: - AI and machine learning researchers working on healthcare applications - Data scientists and engineers building trustworthy AI systems - Healthcare professionals interested in AI-driven precision medicine - Policy makers and ethicists concerned with responsible AI deployment - PhD students and early-career researchers in AI and related fields - Industry partners exploring AI applications in regulated environments About APRIL AI Hub The APRIL AI Hub represents a collaborative initiative advancing responsible AI research with particular emphasis on healthcare applications, data privacy, reproducible science, interpretable models, and robust learning systems. Previous APRIL events have established a strong reputation for bringing together diverse perspectives on the challe

⌖ Sheffield · Sheffield Hallam University Owen Building Room 942, City Campus

Hosted by Front End Sheffield

Explore how AI is reshaping design and frontend development at this free Front End Sheffield meetup on 29 October 2026 in Sheffield. Courtney Kyle will explain how Pendo is moving beyond static Figma handoffs towards a two-track workflow: rapid, vibe-coded exploration alongside production branches and pull requests in the frontend repository, connected by a deliberate translation step. Expect candid lessons from a workflow still in development, including what is working, what is not, and why machine-readable design systems are becoming increasingly important as AI enters the product-building process. A second talk is still to be announced. Running order - 6:15pm: Doors open and attendee sign-in - 6:30pm: Welcome - 6:40pm: Talks begin - 7:30pm: Open mic - 7:40pm: Social at nearby pub The Fargate, with a volunteer leading the way The event takes place in Room 942, Owen Building, Sheffield Hallam University City Campus, on Thursday 29 October, from 6:15pm to 8:15pm GMT. Use the main lifts, select floor nine on the touchscreen, and follow the Front End Sheffield signs after leaving the lift. This rescheduled meetup is free, inclusive and open to attendees from all backgrounds and experience levels. Online registration is required for door check-in, and attendees should read the Front End Sheffield code of conduct beforehand. Register for this event

⌖ Sheffield · Fat Cat

Hosted by Creative Coding Sheffield

Explore creative coding, generative art and AI through informal demos at this relaxed monthly meetup in Sheffield on 10 November 2026. Hosted by Seif E. and Creative Coding Sheffield, the evening welcomes beginners, hobbyists, professionals and curious newcomers. You do not need to present: attendees can simply watch the demos, meet other creative technologists and discuss what people are building. What to expect The informal programme includes: - Time to arrive, chat and settle in - Three to five show-and-tell demos or presentations - More conversation and networking afterwards Projects can be polished, experimental or still at the idea stage. Previous sessions have featured a live-coded jungle set in TidalCycles, projection mapping, UK terrain generated from open data, cellular automata, deterministic game-character generation, 3D Gaussian splats and VJing with TouchDesigner. Other relevant interests include robotics and hardware, simulations, interactive tools, 3D work and unusual technical experiments. Presentations may be capped at 20 minutes when demand is high. Anyone wanting a guaranteed presentation slot should contact the host beforehand through the event chat or Meetup DM. A TV with HDMI and USB-C connections is available for laptop demos. The meetup runs from 7:30pm to 11pm GMT in the private upstairs room at the Fat Cat, 23 Alma Street, Sheffield, S3 8SA. Late arrivals, early departures and shorter presentations are welcome. Register for this event

⌖ Sheffield · The Diamond

Hosted by Computer Science Society at The University of Sheffield

HackSheffield11 is a 24-hour student hackathon for building ideas, learning practical skills and meeting fellow makers in Sheffield. Hosted by the Computer Science Society at The University of Sheffield, the event runs 28–29 November 2026 at The Diamond. It welcomes students of all skill levels, including first-time hackathon participants, and promises a fun, inclusive environment in which teams can turn ideas into working projects. The full weekend timetable is still being developed. Organisers say it will cover: - Talks and workshops - Team project-building time - Meals - Project judging Last year’s event brought together 127 hackers, who created 40 projects. Alongside the core build, photos from the previous edition show sponsor meet-and-greets, competitions and informal activities. HackSheffield11 is supported by gold sponsor Reply and partners Hackathons UK and Major League Hacking. Team registration is available now. Questions about teams, accessibility, dietary requirements or travel reimbursement can be sent to hackathon@sheffield.ac.uk, although detailed answers have not yet been published on the event page. Register for HackSheffield11

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