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TL;DR At DevFest GemJam 2025, I joined the Company Pitch (Singularity) Track led by Christi Kapp — a futuristic challenge about designing AI that surpasses human intelligence without losing our humanity . My project, NeighborMind: AI for Empathy and Local Impact , won first place 🏆! The experience reminded me that empathy — not dominance — is what defines the true future of AI. By  Javi , Software Engineer & Community Organizer at  GDG Central Florida

TL;DR :  GDG Central Florida ,  GDG Space Coast , and   WTM Ambassadors '   International Women's Day event, " Impact the Future ," was a day filled with inspiring talks from industry leaders at the forefront of AI and technology. The event not only celebrated the impact of Women Techmakers but also fostered promising connections between attendees, demonstrating the power of community and innovation. Inspiring talks on AI, STEM education, and creative thinking. A sneak peek at a presentation on Workflows and Generative AI by Mete Atamel of Google. STEAMDivas empowering young women to lead the robotics revolution. A lively discussion on human creativity vs. AI with Kim Morrow Design. Networking opportunities and, of course, pancakes! By Javi

DevFest Florida 🌴🏖️ is not just a tech conference; it's an event that can change lives and careers, and I can vouch for that personally. Whether you're an employer or an employee, this is a must-attend event. Today, I want to share some of the significant benefits your team can enjoy from this incredible experience, infused with my own journey. By Javi

TL;DR : The GDG for Central Florida recently hosted a memorable meetup with Randal Schwartz, renowned for his expertise in Dart and Flutter, and as co-author of "Learning Perl." He was also a co-host of FLOSS Weekly  from the TWiT Network , further cementing his position as a leading authority in the field. Joining virtually from Oregon, Randal delved deep into the history and capabilities of Flutter and Dart. Attendees also benefited from Randal's resource recommendations on Dart and Flutter. Randal's willingness to share his knowledge with the dev community was met with great enthusiasm, and it further elevated his status as a leader in the field. By Javi