Cloud & AI Meetup
A free monthly meetup for cloud, AI, startups, and the people building what is next.
Meetup #02 — Women in Cloud & AI
Thurs, May 14th @ 6:00 PM
Lark Brewing
24205 James Monroe Hwy
Community Promise
Across the Stack and Across the Room.
Cloud and AI Meetup is a community for anyone who wants to understand AI and cloud, from complete beginners to experienced builders.
If you are a local business owner looking for practical AI help, this is where you can ask real questions, learn what works, and meet trusted people who can help you apply AI in your business.
We work across the major cloud platforms including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, and Oracle Cloud. Meetup leaders are certified across these cloud ecosystems and bring hands-on experience across the full technology stack.
Students, founders, engineers, operators, and curious professionals all belong here. No experience required.
Conversations that stay current because the room stays current.
The scope is broad but grounded in real-world technology, practical experimentation, and what people are actually building right now.
Connect with builders who are actively building.
Meet people building cloud-native applications integrated with AI to automate real business processes. Learn how teams are using modern tools across the stack, from data and APIs to workflow automation and production deployment.
The outcome is practical: combine the right technologies to design and build a custom solution for your business.
Business RSVP
Are you a business owner exploring AI training or implementation support? RSVP and mark yourself as a business attendee so we can connect you with the right builders, trainers, and partners.
Agenda
Welcome, Networking, and Introductions
Opening Remarks — Why Women in Cloud and AI Matters
Panel: Breaking Into Tech — Career Paths, Pivots, and First Steps (Astha, Sammi, Roshita)
Hands-On: Your First AI Workflow — A Beginner-Friendly Workshop
Lightning Talks — Women Building with AI Right Now
Open Networking, Q&A, and Mentorship Connections
Closing Remarks and Next Session Preview
Brewery Closed
Upcoming Events
Meetup #02
Women in Cloud & AI
Led by women. Open to everyone. Focused on career paths, AI skills, and mentorship connections.
Date
Thursday, May 14th @ 6 PM
Venue
Lark Brewing, Aldie VA
Cost
Free · All ages welcome
Meetup #03
Kids Getting Into Cloud & AI
In Partnership with the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) and Microsoft Corporation
A special session for kids and young learners to explore future technology roles across Xbox, Cloud, AI, and all types of technology. All are welcome — kids are encouraged to come and get hands-on.
Date
Saturday, June 6th @ Noon
Venue
Microsoft Technology Center, Reston VA
Cost
Free · All ages welcome
Past Events
A look back at the conversations, demos, and connections from previous meetups.
#01
Apr 2, 2026
Cloud and AI Meetup — Inaugural Session
Our very first meetup brought together builders, founders, engineers, and curious professionals for an evening of AI crash courses, enterprise deep-dives, hands-on demos, and high-quality networking at Lark Brewing.
What you might walk away with
Meet Your Host
Our Sponsors
These organizations make this community possible. Learn more about the teams building and supporting the next generation of tech.
Cloud & AI Software Development Agency
Cloud Native, Private Label Event Marketing and Ticket Sales Agency
Organizational Transformation Change App
AI Powered Point of Sale Agent
Official Location Sponsor
Lowcode Website Development Platform
Entertainment Sponsor
Premier Sponsor - Marketing, Design, and Merchandising
Cloud & AI Software Development Agency
Cloud Native, Private Label Event Marketing and Ticket Sales Agency
Organizational Transformation Change App
AI Powered Point of Sale Agent
Official Location Sponsor
Lowcode Website Development Platform
Entertainment Sponsor
Premier Sponsor - Marketing, Design, and Merchandising
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