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AI
Connect

Build Use Explore

A one-day event about artificial intelligence — for those who build AI, those who use AI, and those who want to discover it for the first time. Developers, professionals, students, and families in one place

Date
August 22, 2026
Location
RTU Science and Innovation Centre, Ķīpsalas iela 6A, Riga
Format
Three tracks · One day

What is your AI interest?

Want to be part of this?

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§01 — Why

Why AI
Connect?

We live in a time when technology helps us work faster, smarter, and more efficiently. But in the rush of everyday life, it can also distance us from conversations and shared experiences

AI Connect was created to restore that balance. A reason to meet, learn, try things out, and experience something new together

A day when artificial intelligence becomes understandable, practical, and human — connecting AI builders, everyday users, businesses, students, and families

§02 — Three experiences in one day

Pick your track

All tracks
Track 01Create solutions

Build

For those who build AI

A technical track for AI developers, IT professionals, data specialists, and technology experts. We focus on how AI solutions are created in practice — from data and models to integrations, testing, and deployment

  • You work in IT or technology
  • You build AI solutions
  • You care about data, models, and integrations
  • You want practical experience from other professionals
Track 02Work smarter

Use

For those who want to use AI in everyday life and at work

For people who want to understand how AI can help with daily work, processes, and decision-making. No complicated technical language — just practical examples, useful tools, and real situations from companies and professionals across fields

  • Real cases from operations, marketing, HR, finance
  • Tools you can actually adopt next week
  • Workflows for individuals and teams
  • Honest conversations about limits and risks
Track 03Learn through experience

Explore

For those who want to experience AI practically

Explore is the open and interactive part of the event for students, young people, families, and technology enthusiasts. AI you can see, try, and understand through hands-on activities — a demo zone, workshops, and creative play

  • Demo zone with live AI you can touch
  • Workshops designed for curious newcomers
  • Built for students, families, and teens
  • Discover AI in a simple, creative way

§03 — The day

What happens
on August 22

A joint opening, three parallel tracks, a demo zone, hands-on workshops, expert conversations, and time to meet new people

Full program
  1. 01

    Joint opening

    Together, all audiences in one room

  2. 02

    Build track

    Deep technical sessions for AI engineers

  3. 03

    Use track

    Practical AI for work and business

  4. 04

    Explore zone

    Demos and workshops for students and families

  5. 05

    Workshops

    Try AI tools with experts at your side

  6. 06

    Networking

    Conversations, panels, and being together

Ready?

Join us on
August 22, 2026

Reserve your place. We'll keep you posted on speakers, the program, and practical details as soon as they're confirmed

Register now
Where technology brings people together — a retreat-style AI conference for professionals and families

Organizers · Partners · Sponsors

Built
together

AI Connect is created with companies and organizations that want to help make artificial intelligence more understandable, accessible, and practical for different groups in society

Organized by

Riga Technical University
DevOps & AI Latvia
MoonMoon
AI Studio
Riga Business School
Latvian Digital Innovation Hub

Sponsors & supporters

Become part of AI Connect

Let's build it
together.

Apply if you'd like to participate as a partner, sponsor, speaker, workshop leader, or demo zone participant. We'll reach out to discuss the right form of cooperation

I am interested in

After receiving your application we'll contact you to discuss possible forms of cooperation