IT events of the week, April 20-26: K-Tech 2026, Pizza Pitch, Kolesa JunDay’26, and more

Webinar “AI in Development Without Losing Control: From Vibe Coding to an Enterprise Approach”
This webinar discusses how to use AI tools in development without losing control or increasing technical debt. Participants will explore the limitations of vibe coding, common issues in code generation, and approaches to integrating AI into existing development processes to maintain quality, security, and predictability in enterprise systems.

When: April 21 at 18:00
Where: Online 

Hope AI Summit 2026
An international summit dedicated to the application of artificial intelligence in education, bringing together leaders of the EdTech industry, including Google, Canva, and other global companies. The focus is on the future of learning with AI, innovative educational solutions, digital skills, and the transformation of educational systems. Attendees can expect expert talks, practical case studies, and discussions on global EdTech trends.

When: April 22-23
Where: Almaty

RES 2026 EXPO
An international exhibition of green technologies and sustainable solutions that will bring together governments, businesses, investors, and the scientific community to discuss the transition to a “green” economy. The program includes thematic zones, investment forums, startup competitions, and B2B meetings aimed at launching real environmental projects and partnerships. Over 20,000 participants and 300+ companies from 30 countries are expected.

When: April 22-24
Where: Astana

K-Tech 2026
One of the key technology summits in Kazakhstan, bringing together IT leaders, top managers, and experts to discuss the future of technology and digital business transformation. The focus is on the practical application of AI, the implementation of AI agents, the development of data-driven approaches, and new development formats, including vibe coding, as well as questions of integrating technologies into real business processes.

When: April 23
Where: Almaty

Live Stream: “How to Attract Over $3 Million in Investments”
A live stream from The Tech with Olzhas Zhiyenkul, CEO of Investbanq, dedicated to the real experience of raising over $3,000,000 in investments. The session will cover fundraising strategy, working with investors, key stages of deals, and mistakes to avoid when raising capital.

When: April 23 at 19:00
Where: The Tech YouTube Channel

Pizza Pitch
This is an informal pitch session from Astana Hub, where startups present their projects to experts, investors, and the community. Participants receive feedback, improve their public speaking skills, can introduce themselves to the ecosystem, and compete for prizes and partner attention. The format includes short presentations, live discussions, and networking in a friendly atmosphere.

When: April 24 at 15:30
Where: Astana

Yandex Cloud Partner Showcase
Yandex Cloud Partner Showcase is an event where partners and clients of the company present ready-made AI/ML solutions, information security tools, and DevOps solutions. Attendees can expect demo sessions, breakdowns of real implementation and scaling cases, and discussions on hybrid and on-premises architectures.

When: April 24
Where: Astana

AKIRA Demo Day
AKIRA Demo Day is an open meeting for game developers, where participants can present their projects, test ideas, and receive feedback from the community. You can bring even an experimental game in the early stages or come to play and get to know the Almaty game development community.

When: April 25
Where: Almaty

Kolesa JunDay’26
An IT event for students and beginners in Kazakhstan, organized by Kolesa Group. Attendees can expect talks, masterclasses with live coding, open discussions with experts, career consultations, and networking. This is an opportunity to understand current IT directions, gain practical skills, and learn how to start a career in the industry.

When: April 25
Where: Almaty