IT Events of the Week, February 16-22: Data Community Birthday and Women in Business Forum

Global Hack Week: Data Week
An online hackathon dedicated to data analysis, machine learning, and working with large datasets. Throughout the week, developers from around the world team up, build projects, and enhance their skills in the data field.

When: February 13-19
Where: Online

IEEE International Solid-State Circuits Conference
One of the world's largest conferences on semiconductors, microelectronics, and chip architecture. ISSCC brings together researchers, engineers, and industry leaders to discuss cutting-edge developments in integrated circuits, processors, and hardware solutions. A key venue for those working at the intersection of hardware, DeepTech, and R&D.

When: February 15-19
Where: San Francisco

Women in Business Forum 2026
Women in Business is a major business platform bringing together business leaders, the financial sector, international organizations, and the tech community. The program includes panel discussions, masterclasses, and expert talks on the future of the economy, technology, and the role of women in the new economic reality.

When: February 17
Where: Almaty

DeveloperWeek 2026
A large international festival for developers featuring conferences, practical workshops, hackathons, and an exhibition area. Participants gain access to new tools, platforms, and networking opportunities with technology companies and startups.

When: February 18-20
Where: San Jose, USA

Creatio No-code Day Almaty
An offline conference for IT, digital, and business leaders focused on process automation and creating business solutions using no-code technologies. Participants will learn how to accelerate digital transformation without traditional development and implement flexible solutions for growth and operational optimization.

When: February 18, 2026 at 09:00
Where: Almaty

Central Asia Startup Bootcamp
A one-day offline intensive by She Community and Virtual Accelerate Platform for startups at the idea and MVP stages. Participants will engage in a four-hour Startup Sprint to refine hypotheses, MVPs, and pitches, as well as the Central Asia Pitch Battle featuring the top 10 startups in the region. The program focuses on practice, investment readiness, and accessing international acceleration opportunities.

When: February 18
Where: Almaty

Live Stream: "How to Implement AI in Business and Automate HR Processes with Suvvy"
A live stream with Anton Beschetnikov, founder of Suvvy, focusing on practical ways to implement AI for automating HR tasks such as recruitment, employee onboarding, and daily company processes. The speaker will demonstrate how AI bots and tools help save HR team time and improve business process efficiency through real-world examples. Useful for HR specialists, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to improve personnel management through technology.

When: February 19 at 19:00
Where: On The Tech YouTube channel

Online Vibe Code Hackathon by Women in Tech Uzbekistan × Natively
A mini-hackathon for women focused on vibe coding and creating mobile applications using AI tools. Over two hours, participants will see a live demonstration of app development from scratch and create their own prototype without traditional programming. The program includes hands-on work, an introduction to AI product development, and a Q&A session with the Natively team.

When: February 21
Where: Online

Data Community Birthday 2026
A major event for analysts, data specialists, and IT professionals featuring experts from Kolesa Group, inDrive, Freedom Broker, and other tech companies. The program includes a conference, a job fair from leading employers, a Data Awards ceremony, networking, and prize giveaways.

When: February 21
Where: Almaty