In this panel Navigate Local discussion, industry experts Josh Mesout, James Gress, Brandon Dey, and Cate Gutowski explore the future of AI and machine learning. They discuss the shift from augmentation to automation in software development, the impact of open-source vs. proprietary models, and AI's role in democratizing access to technology. The panel also addresses concerns about AI's influence on human cognition and the importance of human oversight.

In this talk at the Navigate Local talk, Dan Desjardins and Jeroen van Bemmel from explore the potential of ubiquitous computing and compute economies. They highlight how harnessing idle compute power from everyday devices can transform the digital economy and benefit communities worldwide. Watch the live demo to see secure, distributed computing in action, and learn how this approach can reduce costs, improve efficiency, and promote sustainability.

As AI models, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), grow in size and complexity, their deployment becomes increasingly challenging. This meetup explores the complexities involved and effective strategies for managing LLM/AI deployments on Kubernetes, focusing on cost-efficiency and scalability.

In this workshop, Will Stewart, co-founder and CEO of Northflank, walks you through deploying a web application with a Redis database to Civo Kubernetes using the Northflank platform. Learn how to set up a Kubernetes cluster, link GitHub for CI/CD, create production and preview environments, and streamline your DevOps workflows. Perfect for engineering teams looking to enhance their deployment processes.

In this workshop, John Poyser of CodeZero delves into the challenges of Kubernetes and how CodeZero's platform can simplify your development workflow. Watch as John provides a comprehensive live demo, shares insightful use cases, and presents a compelling case study from Civo, demonstrating the practical benefits and enhanced collaboration that CodeZero facilitates.

Join Michael Yuan, CEO of @SecondStateInc, as he explores lightweight large language model (LLM) inference with WebAssembly (WASM). In this video, Michael demonstrates how to run full-scale LLMs like LLaMA on various platforms, from personal laptops to cloud servers, with the efficiency of WASM. He addresses the challenges of running LLMs in cloud environments, offers practical demos, and discusses future applications.

Abhishek, co-founder and CTO of @truefoundry, explores the complexities of building a machine learning platform on Kubernetes. Discover solutions to challenges like handling diverse hardware, managing large Docker images, and optimizing costs. Learn how True Foundry uses tools like Argo CD, Keda, and Istio to create efficient abstractions for data scientists and streamline ML operations.

In this Navigate video, Gianluca Mardente from Cisco's AppDynamics business unit introduces Project Sveltos, an open-source tool for managing add-ons in a fleet of Kubernetes clusters. Gianluca explains the features of Sveltos, including its cluster profile, modes of operation (continuous, one-time, and continuous with drift detection), and its ability to handle templates and scale efficiently. The session includes a live demo using Civo clusters to showcase the practical application of Sveltos.

Join us at Civo Navigate Local for "Igniting Tomorrow: Shaping a World Where Tech Empowers and Responsibility Leads" with Mark and Isabella Boost. Dive into the challenges and opportunities in cloud computing, hear from industry veterans about the evolving landscape, and learn about our commitment to sustainability and innovative solutions. Discover how Civo is working towards a fairer, more open, and community-driven tech environment.

Join Mike Coleman, Developer Advocate at Sysdig, as he explores the critical need for runtime security in cloud-native environments. Learn how the open-source tool Falco can help detect and respond to suspicious activities in your Kubernetes and container setups. This session covers the evolution of security practices, practical implementation tips, and a live demo. Perfect for developers, platform administrators, and security professionals looking to enhance their security posture.