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What starts with a few people passionate about AI becomes a worldwide movement. Global AI Community grew from nothing into thousands of members, hundreds of events, and chapter leads on every continent, all volunteer-run, all free, all real.
In this session, hear directly from chapter leads about why they joined, what they built, and what community means to them. Plus: how to find your local chapter, start your own, and become part of something bigger than your time zone.
Seating for this session is first-come, first-served. Add it to your schedule to plan your day and arrive early to secure a spot.
To learn more, please check out these resources:
* https://aka.ms/build26-next-steps
𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀:
* Roelant Dieben
* Stephen Simon
𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
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Chapters:
0:00 – Purpose of talk: explaining what Global AI Community is and how to join
00:00:41 – Introduction of team members and roles within the Global AI Board
00:04:41 – Definition and structure of local chapters
00:05:34 – Encouraging active community and regular local events
00:12:32 – Importance of having co-organizers and teamwork for sustainability
00:13:32 – Advice on running first events and importance of in-person interaction
00:13:50 – Call for more local chapter leaders and collaboration examples
00:15:47 – Introduction and purpose of the session – encouraging participation without pressure
00:16:09 – Overview of agent camps and community-organized activities Read More Microsoft Developer
