IT Events of the Week, April 7-13: Lectures, Meetups, and Workshops for Professionals

ICT WEEK-2025
One of the largest technology weeks in the region. The program includes exhibitions, forums, masterclasses, competitions, and discussions on the digital future of Tajikistan. Representatives of government, international organizations, IT companies, startups, students, and young professionals are expected to attend. Special attention will be paid to AI, FinTech, the startup ecosystem, and digital skills. As part of the week, the new IT Park will be opened.

When: April 7-10
Where: Dushanbe

Lecture “NPS: The Main Indicator of Product and Team Success
Alex Somov, Counsellor at Wooppay, will conduct a lecture covering NPS measurement methodology, data analysis, and strategy adaptation, along with case studies from successful companies. The event will be useful for product managers, marketers, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and students.

When: April 8 at 11:00
Where: Online / Karaganda, Terricon Valley IT Hub

Meetup #2 Data Community Uz
The second Data Community Uz meetup will bring together data professionals to discuss customer analytics and campaign management. Speakers will answer questions raised after the first meeting and engage with participants in an informal setting.

When: April 8 at 19:00
Where: Tashkent, 13 Ziyolilar Street, School 21

CHOYXONA GAP: “TON, TMA, and Telegram: Major Expansion into Central Asia”
Alexey Solovyov, Leader of TON Society in the CIS, will talk about the development of TON, TMA, and Telegram in Central Asia—from ecosystem plans to real steps in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Azerbaijan. Participants can expect a discussion on the future of Web3 and new opportunities for entrepreneurs and developers in the region.

When: April 8 at 20:00
Where: Online

E-commerce Central Asia Expo
A key event in the e-commerce sector, bringing together industry leaders to share successful case studies and discuss current trends. Participants will not only be able to present their products and services but also establish new business connections, expand their market reach, and learn about the latest innovations through conferences and seminars.

When: April 9-10
Where: Tashkent, Anhor Park

Meetup #2 Yandex Uzbekistan dev meetup
An offline meeting for backend developers, architects, and product engineers. Yandex experts will talk about scaling, working with MVPs, product development, and C++ templates using the userver framework. The program includes talks, a workshop on a real case, networking, an afterparty, and dinner. The meetup will be held in Russian.

When: April 10 at 17:00
Where: Tashkent

Click Data Meetup
A meetup for everyone passionate about data, where the future of data, real-life examples, and people actively working in this field will be discussed. Participants will learn about current trends and best practices and will be able to exchange opinions with industry colleagues.

When: April 10 at 17:00
Where: Online

Online Pitch: Expert Session with Laura Yeraliyeva, CEO of Yaya
A great opportunity to pitch live in front of an expert and learn how to create and deliver your dream pitch. You can join as a guest and listen to how other startups present. Speaker: Laura Yeraliyeva, CEO of Yaya.

When: April 10 at 18:00
Where: The Tech Telegram Channel

Meetup “How to Get into Top Accelerators”
Tatiana Hasanova will speak at MOST C-Space Hub—a qualified consultant at the EBRD in strategy, marketing, HR, and operations management, a tracker for Astana Hub programs, and a developer of Shell Kazakhstan and Chevron acceleration programs. At the meetup, she will share how startups can get into leading accelerators and effectively use their opportunities for growth and scaling.

When: April 10 at 19:00
Where: Tashkent, C-Space Yunusabad

Training: Tools and Techniques for IT Education
Training by Nikolai Losev, Solution Architect, where participants will learn how to effectively organize the learning process, use practical tools to systematize knowledge, and combine courses, practice, and independent study without chaos.

When: April 10 at 19:00
Where: Online / Karaganda, Terricon Valley IT Hub

IT Community Roadshow
IT Park Community will bring world-class IT professionals to the cities of Moynaq and Nukus. They will talk about careers in IT and personal branding, job hunting and freelancing, as well as personal productivity. The Roadshow program includes masterclasses and lectures, networking sessions, and a quiz with prizes for active participants. Participation is free, but registration via the @itcomuzbot bot is required.

When: April 12 / April 13 at 10:00
Where: Moynaq, 271 Aziniyaz Street / Nukus, 50 Garazsizlik Street

Workshop: Build With AI
A free workshop by Google Developer Experts, where participants will gain practical experience working with GenAI and integrating it with Firebase. Speakers: Kartik Derasari, Google Cloud Developer Expert; Vrijraj Singh, Web, Firebase & ML Developer Expert; and Sayed Ali Alkamel, Dart & Flutter Developer Expert.

When: April 12 at 11:30
Where: Almaty, Kazakh-British Technical University

JunDay'25
The largest IT event for students in Kazakhstan: masterclasses, talks by more than 40 Kolesa Group experts, speed dating with professionals, networking, and the Jun Contest with prizes. 12 IT directions are covered—development, analytics, UX, ML, HR. Entry is free, places are limited.

When: April 13
Where: Almaty, 42 k1 Timiryazev Street, “Bakshasaray”

Google Jams
Google Jams is a dynamic case competition where participants, together with teachers, solve real business problems within 90 minutes. This is a great opportunity to develop problem-solving and presentation skills, meet smart and ambitious people, and get a chance to win exclusive prizes.

When: April 13 at 17:00
Where: Astana, Nazarbayev University