Where to meet IT experts: 10 IT events this week

Meetup for Data Specialists

The meeting will be dedicated to communication and experience sharing. You can expect speaker presentations, data analytics case studies, BI tools and experience working with them, as well as analytics experience across various industries.

When: December 16 at 20:00
Where: online / Tashkent, Bogibustan St., 186-188

Demo Day IT-AIEL 2.0 and TechnoWomen Results Summary

A unique opportunity to learn about achieved results, meet inspiring women in the IT and digital transformation sectors, and become part of a community that helps women discover new horizons in technology and entrepreneurship. The event will feature speeches by TechnoWomen leaders, pitches from the finalists of the IT-AIEL 2.0 project, and much more.

When: December 17 at 09:00
Where: Almaty, Ryskulbekova St. 28, Kazakh-American University

Masterclass "Into IT After 30"

A senior iOS developer from Kolesa Group will speak at the meeting. He will share his experience of transitioning into IT, how to overcome fears, and start a career from scratch. You will receive practical advice, motivation, and inspiration, as well as learn how to find your dream job in IT and create a plan for transitioning into a new field, regardless of age.

When: December 17 at 19:00
Where: online

Webinar "Digitalization and Cloud Technologies: Bulutistan Company Experience"

The event will discuss key aspects of digital transformation and the implementation of cloud solutions, their benefits for business, including flexibility, scalability, and cost reduction. The speaker will share practical recommendations, examples of successful cases, and current trends in cloud technologies.

When: December 18 at 16:00
Where: online

Demo Day KBTU Startup Incubator

Startups will present their projects at the event. You can expect a networking session, introductions to the jury and sponsors, startup pitches without questions, and the announcement of winners. After the official part, guests can continue networking over coffee. Participants will include VCs, business angels, tech entrepreneurs, and other ecosystem professionals.

When: December 18 at 16:45
Where: online / Almaty, Tole Bi St., 59, Kazakh-British Technical University

Webinar "Product Manager: Introduction to the Profession"

The meeting will be useful if you want to transition into product management from a related IT role or are already ready to make the move and are looking for suitable training. You will learn what a product manager does, how to leverage your experience to transition into this field, and receive specific recommendations for a successful role change.

When: December 19
Where: online

Demo Day Hero Training

Astana Hub will host the Demo Day for the Hero Training program—a unique initiative helping startups from Central Asia enter the global market. Participants who completed a five-week course at Draper University in Silicon Valley will present their projects to investors, share their experiences, and discuss the prospects of regional technologies. The event will offer an opportunity to be inspired by success stories, learn about future trends, and expand professional connections.

When: December 19 at 16:00
Where: Astana, Mangilik El Ave., S4.6

Live Stream on The Tech

Kamron Khodjaev from Uzbekistan will discuss his startup, Koop Technologies, and the differences between the US and Uzbek markets in a live stream.

When: December 19 at 18:00 Astana time
Where: online in The Tech Telegram channel

Rolling Scopes Meetup

The meetup agenda includes: discussion of free RS training, choosing frontend as an IT direction, tools for improving Developer Experience, automation of component styling, as well as closures and prototype inheritance in JavaScript.

When: December 21
Where: Almaty, Kanash Satpaev St., 22

Connect and Create 2024 Meetup

The event will feature Rasul Idiev, CEO of Wyzo and co-founder of RIO, speaking on how to use technologies to simplify setup, and Azizjon Muminov, team lead and senior fullstack programmer at Alif Bank, who will talk about career growth in IT.

When: December 21 at 10:00
Where: Dushanbe, Saadi Shirazi Ave., 6, Kangurt Hotel