RBTC's AI Decoded
This month we're shifting from presentation into practice with an AI Study Hall. Come with something you're trying to figure out and leave having made progress on it.
AI curious? Already vibe coding? Bring a laptop, tablet, or whatever device you prefer, along with a problem, project, or question you've been stuck on. We'll spend the session troubleshooting and workshopping, with experienced users in the room to help you get unstuck.
AI Decoded is RBTC's recurring conversation about artificial intelligence. Each session tackles a different angle, from beginner-friendly intros to more advanced, business-focused deep dives.
You do not need to be an RBTC member to attend. AI Decoded is open to everyone; the curious, the skeptical, and the already-tinkering.
Speaker Spotlights
David Bates is Director of Innovation at Ozmo, where he focuses on long-term technical strategy, exploring new product directions, and figuring out which new technologies are actually worth building into products. He works across growth, product, and engineering to prototype, validate, and turn emerging ideas into practical capabilities. Outside of his work at Ozmo, David is a published author and featured maker who blends hardware, software, AI, and a lifelong love of building things. Known online as the Modern Magician, he is a frequent speaker and experimenter who enjoys helping others embrace making, explore emerging technology, and turn ambitious ideas into things that actually work.
JP Azevedo is the founder and creative director of Thrive.exe, a creative marketing studio based in Blacksburg that builds bespoke brands and custom web experiences for companies that want to lead their markets. With over 10 years of experience working with clients around the world, JP helps businesses build a moat their competitors can't cross. Through distinct, cohesive branding across every touchpoint, his clients become the obvious choice in their markets, allowing them to charge what they're worth.