Introduction to Databricks Plan is: - What is a data lakehouse - Decoupled compute & storage - Pros & cons of Databricks - How to run Python, setup a scheduled job, Unity Catalog, Asset Bundles

  This Meetup is for the amazing BA’s (and related professionals) of Christchurch to get together. A chance to share stories from the trenches, and look at how others are innovating in the Business Analysis craft.

Best of Build 2026 Build has come and gone, and Microsoft have announced a swath of new and improved features. What's worth looking at? What needs a bit more time? What do the changes mean for you? Come and hear from our local Azure experts on what the Build announcements mean for you.

Join the DAMA New Zealand community in Christchurch for an evening of learning, discussion, and networking - as we continue building a strong data community across New Zealand. This session will focus on building trusted, ethical, and well-governed data foundations to support responsible AI. What to expect: 🔹 Practical discussions on data governance & responsible...

AI in Healthcare & Agri-Food Industries Generic AI advice only takes you so far. The real adoption work happens inside specific industries, where the stakes, the data, the regulations, and the people are unlike any other vertical. This month, we go deep into two of them. Rowena Woolgar will share what responsible AI delivery looks...

  AI Hackathon 2026 Hosted by EPIC Innovation Centre & Canterbury Tech   Two days, one challenge, and a path to the national stage. EPIC Innovation Centre is proud to host the 2026 AI Hackathon Festival right here in Christchurch. Register now — spots are limited to the first 40 participants. Event details Dates: 6...