Claude events in Washington

⌖ Washington · Prefect, 2112 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC

Hosted by Data Science DC

Can you really trust an AI agent that scaffolds an entire application from a single prompt? When your coding assistant makes fifty tool calls, rewrites three files, and quietly introduces a security vulnerability, debugging becomes a nightmare. This Data Science DC meetup tackles one of the most critical challenges in agentic AI: building systems you can actually observe, test, and trust in production. Join Tim Lortz, AI Product Specialist at Databricks, for a hands-on exploration of MLflow's tracing and evaluation framework. This isn't theoretical — you'll follow a complete workflow from development through production monitoring. The session demonstrates how to build an AI agent using Claude Code as a coding assistant, trace both the assistant's work and the agent it produces, then evaluate quality using LLM judges. You'll see how to close the loop from initial development through systematic testing and production observability. What You'll Learn - Practical observability techniques for agentic AI systems that go beyond "it works on my machine" - MLflow tracing framework for tracking complex multi-step agent workflows - Systematic testing approaches using LLM judges for quality evaluation - Production monitoring strategies for mission-critical AI systems - Open-source toolkit with no vendor lock-in required This session is perfect for data scientists, ML engineers, and AI practitioners working on production systems that require compliance, reliability, and auditability. Whether you're building coding agents, customer support bots, or any autonomous AI system, you'll gain concrete strategies for transforming black-box agent behaviour into inspectable, measurable workflows. About the Speaker Tim Lortz serves as the technical lead for Databricks' go-to-market efforts for AI in regulated industries, focusing on enterprise-grade governance for AI platforms. With a background spanning data science practitioner and leadership roles in Federal contracting, plus a PhD in Industrial & Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan, Tim brings deep expertise in building trustworthy AI systems for high-stakes environments. The evening begins at 6:00 PM with networking at Prefect's Washington DC office, followed by introductions at 6:30 PM and the main presentation at 6:45 PM. This in-person event offers valuable face-time with the DC data science community and sponsors including Booz Alle

Sponsors: Booz Allen · GWU MS in Business Analytics +2

⌖ Washington · Washington, DC

Hosted by AI Pioneers Community

Exploring AI without boundaries or barriers — that's the spirit of this open forum meetup in Washington. Whether you're grappling with a prompt engineering challenge, excited about a recent breakthrough, or wrestling with questions around AI ethics, this casual, participant-driven gathering offers a welcoming space to share ideas, learn from peers, and dive into whatever AI topics are top of mind. What to Expect This isn't your typical structured meetup with fixed agendas and formal presentations. Instead, it's designed as a true open forum where you shape the conversation. The community welcomes discussions spanning the full spectrum of AI: - Tools and platforms — share experiences with ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Grok, or any other AI tools you're experimenting with - Prompt engineering — swap tips, tricks, and techniques for getting better results from AI models - Real-world applications — discuss how AI is transforming art, coding, business operations, or everyday life - Ethics and impact — explore the societal implications, responsible AI use, and emerging challenges - Future scenarios — engage in speculative discussions about where AI is heading and what it means for all of us - Experiments and discoveries — share your latest projects, surprising results, or fun explorations Who Should Attend This meetup embraces all experience levels. Whether you're an AI enthusiast who lives and breathes machine learning, a complete beginner taking your first steps, or somewhere in between, you'll find a supportive community ready to listen, share, and learn together. The format encourages questions as much as answers — it's perfectly fine to show up simply to listen and absorb what others are discovering. The Format Expect a relaxed, conversational atmosphere where topics emerge organically from the group. There's no pressure to prepare anything in advance or present polished ideas. The beauty of this open forum is its flexibility — conversations can meander from technical deep-dives to philosophical debates, from practical troubleshooting to imaginative "what if" scenarios. It's about connection, curiosity, and community. Hosted by the AI Pioneers Community, these regular gatherings create space for Washington's AI-curious minds to connect face-to-face, moving beyond online discussions to build genuine relationships

⌖ Washington

Hosted by Tao.ai

Global AI Expo 2025 is a full-day, hands-on showcase of the biggest ideas in AI, designed for those who learn by seeing and doing. Explore how AI is transforming industries, test emerging tools, and gain practical skills for the future of work. The event features themed halls, live demos, code-along workshops, networking opportunities, and a dedicated Global AI Job Fair in Washington. Connect with professionals and discover bold startups disrupting the AI landscape.

⌖ Washington

Hosted by Banjo Obayomi

Generative AI DC is the premier meetup for AI enthusiasts and builders in the DMV area. Dive deep into the technical intricacies of generative AI use cases, and collaborate with like-minded individuals to craft innovative apps and solutions. Whether you're an experienced developer or just curious about the potential of generative AI, join us to shape the future of this transformative technology.

⌖ Washington

Hosted by Luma (in partnership with JP Morgan) — Hosts: Nadeen Siddiqui & Zhe Liu

A 2-hour in-person AI Build Blitz at AWS Skills Center — rapid prototyping session to build AI-powered websites/apps. All levels welcome; practice using tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Lovable, Bolt, Replit, Cursor, and n8n. Arrival, lightning demos, one-hour build sprint, rapid pitches, then networking.

⌖ Washington

Hosted by AI Tinkerers - Seattle

Lightning demos and practical talks on agentic coding, LLM context management, and SDLC automation for developer tools — presented by builders and founders. Sponsored by Amp and Actual AI.