🔥 Event Highlights
- Gemini Code Assist 🤖: AI-powered development assistant, helping developers write and optimize code efficiently.
- Vertex AI - AutoML 📈: Simplifying machine learning model creation with automated solutions.
- AMP Project & AMP Emails 📧: Accelerating web and email content for faster load times and better user experiences.
- RGA Pipeline: Enhancing data processing and analysis capabilities.
💻 Next-Gen Development Tools: 🌐 Project IDX
- A cloud-based Integrated Development Environment (IDE), streamlining the coding, testing, and deployment processes. Coupled with Firebase Web Hosting, it offers seamless web app management.
✉️ Smart Email Management: 📬 AI-Powered Gmail
- Revolutionizing email organization and prioritization, leveraging AI to streamline your inbox management.
🛡️ AI Ethics and Privacy: 🤖 AI Ethics and Concerns
- An in-depth discussion on the ethical use of AI technologies, focusing on maintaining user privacy and data security with tools like Google Checks.
📊 Web Performance Optimization: ⚡️ Web Optimization Metrics
- Focusing on key metrics such as LCP, FID, and CLS to enhance website performance and SEO ranking.
📲 Enhanced User Engagement: 🔔 Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM)
- Enabling cross-platform notifications and messages to keep users informed and engaged across various devices.
🌟 Recap of the sessions and the esteemed speakers
Here's a recap of the sessions and the esteemed speakers who shared their expertise. A big thanks to our amazing speakers who shared their knowledge and insights:
📺 Session 1: I/O Recap
Speakers: Banu Athuraliya (Andro Dollar - YouTuber), Thiru Dinesh (Head of AI at Rootcode), Suresh Peiris (Organizer at GDG Sri Lanka)
The event kicked off with an engaging I/O Recap, where Banu Athuraliya, Thiru Dinesh, and Suresh Peiris provided a comprehensive overview of the key announcements and innovations from the Google I/O conference. This session was a deep dive into the latest Google technologies and tools, setting the stage for the rest of the day.
⚡️ Session 2: Building Super Fast Web Pages
Speaker: Vrijraj Singh (Google Developer Expert for Firebase)
Vrijraj Singh shared invaluable insights into optimizing web performance, focusing on the techniques and best practices for building super fast web pages. His session highlighted the importance of speed in enhancing user experience and SEO, and demonstrated how Firebase can be leveraged to streamline web development.
🌟 Session 3: Helakuru's Triumph: Sri Lanka's No. 1 Superapp Built with Google Tech
Speaker: Dhanika Perera (Founder of Helakuru and PayHere, CEO of Bhasha)
Dhanika Perera, the visionary behind Helakuru and PayHere, took the audience through the inspiring journey of Helakuru, Sri Lanka's leading superapp. He discussed how leveraging Google technologies played a crucial role in the app's success and provided insights into building a platform that resonates with local users. This session was a must-attend for aspiring entrepreneurs and developers looking to create impactful digital products.
🤖 Session 4: Make Your Flutter Apps Intelligent with AI
Speaker: Chathura Dilan Perera (Co-Founder and CTO at Ceyleon Solutions)
Chathura Dilan Perera explored the integration of AI into Flutter applications, demonstrating how developers can make their apps smarter and more intuitive. He covered practical use cases and tools, offering attendees a roadmap for enhancing their Flutter apps with advanced AI features.
🧠 Session 5: Futureproofing Enterprises With Scalable & Robust AI/ML Solutions
Speakers: Nishantha Hettiarachchi, Pasindu Liyanage, Ashan Priyadarshana, Poornima Kahatapitiya, Imal Kumarage, Yasinda Samaranayake (Sysco LABS)
A panel of experts from Sysco LABS, including Nishantha Hettiarachchi, Pasindu Liyanage, Ashan Priyadarshana, Poornima Kahatapitiya, Imal Kumarage, and Yasinda Samaranayake, shared their insights on developing scalable and robust AI/ML solutions. They discussed how enterprises can future-proof their operations by integrating cutting-edge AI and machine learning technologies.
🤖 Session 6: Future is Agentic: Harnessing AI Agents with Google's Innovations
Speaker: Nirodya Pussadeniya (Co-Founder/Director at Synacal)
Nirodya Pussadeniya delved into the future of AI agents, exploring how Google's latest innovations are revolutionizing the field. His session provided a glimpse into the potential of AI agents in various applications, highlighting the opportunities and challenges in adopting these advanced technologies.
🙌 Gratitude to GDG Sri Lanka!
A huge thank you to GDG Sri Lanka for hosting this incredible event! It was a day filled with inspiration, learning, and networking. If you missed it, stay tuned for more events packed with cutting-edge tech insights.
For more details and highlights, visit GDG Sri Lanka's event page 🌟
Let’s keep the momentum going and continue to innovate! 🚀💬
