Austin Forum on Technology & Society
@austinforum.bsky.social
IoT in 2026 has moved beyond the "connected toaster" phase. It’s now the invisible nervous system of our cities and homes.
Join us online to discuss scaling smart infrastructure. Let's talk about building systems that are resilient, secure, and functional. Sign up now!
#IoT #SmartCities #OpenTech
Join us online to discuss scaling smart infrastructure. Let's talk about building systems that are resilient, secure, and functional. Sign up now!
#IoT #SmartCities #OpenTech
February 4, 2026 at 6:04 PM
IoT in 2026 has moved beyond the "connected toaster" phase. It’s now the invisible nervous system of our cities and homes.
Join us online to discuss scaling smart infrastructure. Let's talk about building systems that are resilient, secure, and functional. Sign up now!
#IoT #SmartCities #OpenTech
Join us online to discuss scaling smart infrastructure. Let's talk about building systems that are resilient, secure, and functional. Sign up now!
#IoT #SmartCities #OpenTech
How do we govern the uncontrollable? 🛑
Join us for a virtual discussion on the existential risks of AGI and biotech, inspired by the work "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies."
Led by Mike Ignatowski, we’ll debate technological deceleration and the ethical role of tech leaders. Sign up now!
Join us for a virtual discussion on the existential risks of AGI and biotech, inspired by the work "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies."
Led by Mike Ignatowski, we’ll debate technological deceleration and the ethical role of tech leaders. Sign up now!
January 18, 2026 at 5:19 PM
How do we govern the uncontrollable? 🛑
Join us for a virtual discussion on the existential risks of AGI and biotech, inspired by the work "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies."
Led by Mike Ignatowski, we’ll debate technological deceleration and the ethical role of tech leaders. Sign up now!
Join us for a virtual discussion on the existential risks of AGI and biotech, inspired by the work "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies."
Led by Mike Ignatowski, we’ll debate technological deceleration and the ethical role of tech leaders. Sign up now!
How did Python become the language of AI? 🐍💻
Join us for a screening of "Python: The Documentary" (2025) followed by a Q&A with Python pioneers Travis Oliphant, Kelsey Nowell, and Dr. Andy R. Terrel.
Learn how Python went from hobby project to the Mars Rover. Limited tickets on sale now!
Join us for a screening of "Python: The Documentary" (2025) followed by a Q&A with Python pioneers Travis Oliphant, Kelsey Nowell, and Dr. Andy R. Terrel.
Learn how Python went from hobby project to the Mars Rover. Limited tickets on sale now!
January 10, 2026 at 12:30 AM
How did Python become the language of AI? 🐍💻
Join us for a screening of "Python: The Documentary" (2025) followed by a Q&A with Python pioneers Travis Oliphant, Kelsey Nowell, and Dr. Andy R. Terrel.
Learn how Python went from hobby project to the Mars Rover. Limited tickets on sale now!
Join us for a screening of "Python: The Documentary" (2025) followed by a Q&A with Python pioneers Travis Oliphant, Kelsey Nowell, and Dr. Andy R. Terrel.
Learn how Python went from hobby project to the Mars Rover. Limited tickets on sale now!
Our biggest event of the year is almost here! 🚀
Join us on Tuesday, Jan. 6th to explore the Tech Trends for 2026. From AI to biotech, get the expert take on what's actually coming next from our awesome panel!
Sign up now to reserve your spot. This event usually sells out!
Join us on Tuesday, Jan. 6th to explore the Tech Trends for 2026. From AI to biotech, get the expert take on what's actually coming next from our awesome panel!
Sign up now to reserve your spot. This event usually sells out!
December 31, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Our biggest event of the year is almost here! 🚀
Join us on Tuesday, Jan. 6th to explore the Tech Trends for 2026. From AI to biotech, get the expert take on what's actually coming next from our awesome panel!
Sign up now to reserve your spot. This event usually sells out!
Join us on Tuesday, Jan. 6th to explore the Tech Trends for 2026. From AI to biotech, get the expert take on what's actually coming next from our awesome panel!
Sign up now to reserve your spot. This event usually sells out!
Stock market forecasts. Election results. Economic outlooks. Confident predictions are everywhere, yet the future remains a mess.
Join us Monday night to discuss Dan Gardner's provocative book, "Future Babble: Why Expert Predictions Fail—and Why We Believe Them Anyway." Sign up to save your spot.
Join us Monday night to discuss Dan Gardner's provocative book, "Future Babble: Why Expert Predictions Fail—and Why We Believe Them Anyway." Sign up to save your spot.
December 12, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Stock market forecasts. Election results. Economic outlooks. Confident predictions are everywhere, yet the future remains a mess.
Join us Monday night to discuss Dan Gardner's provocative book, "Future Babble: Why Expert Predictions Fail—and Why We Believe Them Anyway." Sign up to save your spot.
Join us Monday night to discuss Dan Gardner's provocative book, "Future Babble: Why Expert Predictions Fail—and Why We Believe Them Anyway." Sign up to save your spot.
Supercomputers, Cloud, and AI Factories are converging to create a new frontier of massive-scale computing.
Join Google Cloud, AMD, Dell experts on Tuesday night to discuss the challenges and awesome potential of ultrafast computing. Registration required. Walk-ins not admitted.
#HPC #AI #Cloud
Join Google Cloud, AMD, Dell experts on Tuesday night to discuss the challenges and awesome potential of ultrafast computing. Registration required. Walk-ins not admitted.
#HPC #AI #Cloud
November 29, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Tired of the noise? 🎧 Join us for a discussion on Cal Newport's Digital Minimalism. We'll explore how to use tech intentionally to boost focus.
Moderated by @hughatx.bsky.social! Learn to declutter your digital life and build meaningful connections. Register! #DigitalMinimalism #Focus
Moderated by @hughatx.bsky.social! Learn to declutter your digital life and build meaningful connections. Register! #DigitalMinimalism #Focus
November 21, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Tired of the noise? 🎧 Join us for a discussion on Cal Newport's Digital Minimalism. We'll explore how to use tech intentionally to boost focus.
Moderated by @hughatx.bsky.social! Learn to declutter your digital life and build meaningful connections. Register! #DigitalMinimalism #Focus
Moderated by @hughatx.bsky.social! Learn to declutter your digital life and build meaningful connections. Register! #DigitalMinimalism #Focus
Forget the old factory. We're taking a field trip to the future! Join us for a tour of the new HICAM facility to see the 4th Industrial Revolution: metal 3D printing, advanced robotics, and AI-powered supply chains. HICAM Founder Marcus Metzger speaks.
#AdvancedManufacturing #AustinTech #Robotics
#AdvancedManufacturing #AustinTech #Robotics
November 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Forget the old factory. We're taking a field trip to the future! Join us for a tour of the new HICAM facility to see the 4th Industrial Revolution: metal 3D printing, advanced robotics, and AI-powered supply chains. HICAM Founder Marcus Metzger speaks.
#AdvancedManufacturing #AustinTech #Robotics
#AdvancedManufacturing #AustinTech #Robotics
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is happening! We're going inside. Join us for an exclusive field trip to the new HICAM facility!
After the tour, Marcus Metzger shares expert insights.
A unique opportunity to connect, see the future of industry.
#4IR #AdvancedManufacturing #Robotics #HICAM
After the tour, Marcus Metzger shares expert insights.
A unique opportunity to connect, see the future of industry.
#4IR #AdvancedManufacturing #Robotics #HICAM
October 23, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is happening! We're going inside. Join us for an exclusive field trip to the new HICAM facility!
After the tour, Marcus Metzger shares expert insights.
A unique opportunity to connect, see the future of industry.
#4IR #AdvancedManufacturing #Robotics #HICAM
After the tour, Marcus Metzger shares expert insights.
A unique opportunity to connect, see the future of industry.
#4IR #AdvancedManufacturing #Robotics #HICAM
We're hosting an online discussion of Hannah Ritchie's "Not the End of the World" this Wednesday! It's a deep dive into the hard data that shows our planet's problems are serious, but solvable. All welcome, book read optional. Sign up today! #ClimateData #Optimism #NotTheEndOfTheWorld #BookTalk
October 21, 2025 at 1:46 AM
We're hosting an online discussion of Hannah Ritchie's "Not the End of the World" this Wednesday! It's a deep dive into the hard data that shows our planet's problems are serious, but solvable. All welcome, book read optional. Sign up today! #ClimateData #Optimism #NotTheEndOfTheWorld #BookTalk
Remote work, AI promises efficiency, but @hughatx.bsky.social (the visionary behind SXSW) argues we risk losing true creativity.
Thrilled to host Hugh and talk about the Future of Gathering in an AI-integrated world on October 9th! Sign up now!
#SXSW #FutureofWork #TechCulture #Austin
Thrilled to host Hugh and talk about the Future of Gathering in an AI-integrated world on October 9th! Sign up now!
#SXSW #FutureofWork #TechCulture #Austin
October 2, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Remote work, AI promises efficiency, but @hughatx.bsky.social (the visionary behind SXSW) argues we risk losing true creativity.
Thrilled to host Hugh and talk about the Future of Gathering in an AI-integrated world on October 9th! Sign up now!
#SXSW #FutureofWork #TechCulture #Austin
Thrilled to host Hugh and talk about the Future of Gathering in an AI-integrated world on October 9th! Sign up now!
#SXSW #FutureofWork #TechCulture #Austin
Hi everyone. Sorry for the late notice, but we are going to have to move tonight's online book discussion to next Monday, September 29th. Same time. If you have registered, you will get an updated email from Eventbrite soon. Again, our apologies!
September 25, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Hi everyone. Sorry for the late notice, but we are going to have to move tonight's online book discussion to next Monday, September 29th. Same time. If you have registered, you will get an updated email from Eventbrite soon. Again, our apologies!
Austin Forum online book discussion next Thursday, 9/25: "Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software" by Charles Petzold. Learn how simple signals build complex computers. Your curiosity is all you need to bring! Sign up now!
#AustinForum #Code #Computers #TechLiteracy #HowItWorks
#AustinForum #Code #Computers #TechLiteracy #HowItWorks
September 18, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Austin Forum online book discussion next Thursday, 9/25: "Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software" by Charles Petzold. Learn how simple signals build complex computers. Your curiosity is all you need to bring! Sign up now!
#AustinForum #Code #Computers #TechLiteracy #HowItWorks
#AustinForum #Code #Computers #TechLiteracy #HowItWorks
Join our workshop and explore how AI tools can streamline product planning and code generation. Use free tools like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot. Learn to apply AI effectively to boost productivity while. Perfect for tech leaders, strategists.
#AI #SoftwareDevelopment #TechWorkshop #GitHubCopilot
#AI #SoftwareDevelopment #TechWorkshop #GitHubCopilot
September 5, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Join our workshop and explore how AI tools can streamline product planning and code generation. Use free tools like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot. Learn to apply AI effectively to boost productivity while. Perfect for tech leaders, strategists.
#AI #SoftwareDevelopment #TechWorkshop #GitHubCopilot
#AI #SoftwareDevelopment #TechWorkshop #GitHubCopilot
"Software September" kicks off this Tuesday with "Code in Flux: Navigating the New Era of Software Development," with speaker Tony Llongueras. This is a deep dive into the State of Software in 2025. Sign up today!
#AustinForum #SoftwareSeptember #Software #AI #Coding
#AustinForum #SoftwareSeptember #Software #AI #Coding
August 29, 2025 at 5:21 PM
"Software September" kicks off this Tuesday with "Code in Flux: Navigating the New Era of Software Development," with speaker Tony Llongueras. This is a deep dive into the State of Software in 2025. Sign up today!
#AustinForum #SoftwareSeptember #Software #AI #Coding
#AustinForum #SoftwareSeptember #Software #AI #Coding
Next Month! "Software September" begins with "Code in Flux: Navigating the New Era of Software Development," with speaker Tony Llongueras. It's a deep dive into the state of Software in '25. We'll cover the rise of AI, new languages, the future of developer roles.
#Software #AI #Coding
#Software #AI #Coding
August 21, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Austin Forum online event: Discussing David Epstein's "Range: Why Generalists Triumph." Explore why diverse experiences lead to creativity and adaptability. Sign up, read the book and join us next week for an engaging discussion!
#AustinForum #Range #Generalist #Innovation #BookDiscussion
#AustinForum #Range #Generalist #Innovation #BookDiscussion
August 19, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Austin Forum online event: Discussing David Epstein's "Range: Why Generalists Triumph." Explore why diverse experiences lead to creativity and adaptability. Sign up, read the book and join us next week for an engaging discussion!
#AustinForum #Range #Generalist #Innovation #BookDiscussion
#AustinForum #Range #Generalist #Innovation #BookDiscussion
This Thursday! 🚨 Don't miss "The Robotic Revolution" in-person with Professor Peter Stone (Texas Robotics, UT Austin / Sony AI). Explore current robotics, future potential, and societal questions. An in-person only event! Sign up now.
#AustinForum #Robotics #AI #FutureOfTech #InPerson #AustinTech
#AustinForum #Robotics #AI #FutureOfTech #InPerson #AustinTech
August 5, 2025 at 3:31 PM
This Thursday! 🚨 Don't miss "The Robotic Revolution" in-person with Professor Peter Stone (Texas Robotics, UT Austin / Sony AI). Explore current robotics, future potential, and societal questions. An in-person only event! Sign up now.
#AustinForum #Robotics #AI #FutureOfTech #InPerson #AustinTech
#AustinForum #Robotics #AI #FutureOfTech #InPerson #AustinTech
How will robots change everything? 🤔 The Austin Forum is hosting Professor Peter Stone (Director of Texas Robotics, Sony AI) for an in-person talk on "The Robotic Revolution." Learn about groundbreaking advances, economic potential, and critical societal questions. Don't miss it!
#Robots #AI #Tech
#Robots #AI #Tech
July 29, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Austin Forum Alert! 🚨 "The Robotic Revolution" in-person event with Professor Peter Stone (UT Austin / Sony AI). Explore current robotics, future potential, and societal questions. Must-attend for anyone curious about how bots redefine our lives. Sign up now!
#Robotics #AI #FutureOfTech #AustinTech
#Robotics #AI #FutureOfTech #AustinTech
July 23, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Austin Forum Alert! 🚨 "The Robotic Revolution" in-person event with Professor Peter Stone (UT Austin / Sony AI). Explore current robotics, future potential, and societal questions. Must-attend for anyone curious about how bots redefine our lives. Sign up now!
#Robotics #AI #FutureOfTech #AustinTech
#Robotics #AI #FutureOfTech #AustinTech
Austin Forum online event: Master your goals with OKRs! Discussing John Doerr's "Measure What Matters." Learn the system that fueled Google's growth. Vital for navigating fast-paced tech. Read the book, come with questions! Sign up now. ⬇️
#OKRs #GoalSetting #MeasureWhatMatters #OnlineDiscussion
#OKRs #GoalSetting #MeasureWhatMatters #OnlineDiscussion
July 22, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Austin Forum online event: Master your goals with OKRs! Discussing John Doerr's "Measure What Matters." Learn the system that fueled Google's growth. Vital for navigating fast-paced tech. Read the book, come with questions! Sign up now. ⬇️
#OKRs #GoalSetting #MeasureWhatMatters #OnlineDiscussion
#OKRs #GoalSetting #MeasureWhatMatters #OnlineDiscussion
Help shape the Austin Forum's future programming! Join our in-person meetup next Thursday 7/24 for networking, ideation, and collaboration. Share your ideas for 2025 events, speakers, & more.
#AustinForum #AustinTech #Community #Networking #Innovation #Austin
#AustinForum #AustinTech #Community #Networking #Innovation #Austin
July 18, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Help shape the Austin Forum's future programming! Join our in-person meetup next Thursday 7/24 for networking, ideation, and collaboration. Share your ideas for 2025 events, speakers, & more.
#AustinForum #AustinTech #Community #Networking #Innovation #Austin
#AustinForum #AustinTech #Community #Networking #Innovation #Austin
A capacity crowd for our "Space Boom" event! 🚀 Thanks to Eric Salwan, co-founder of @firefly-aerospace.bsky.social, for an incredible presentation.
He shared how Firefly made history as the 1st commercial company to land on the moon! We also learned about their future lunar landings in '26 and '28!
He shared how Firefly made history as the 1st commercial company to land on the moon! We also learned about their future lunar landings in '26 and '28!
July 17, 2025 at 4:52 PM
A capacity crowd for our "Space Boom" event! 🚀 Thanks to Eric Salwan, co-founder of @firefly-aerospace.bsky.social, for an incredible presentation.
He shared how Firefly made history as the 1st commercial company to land on the moon! We also learned about their future lunar landings in '26 and '28!
He shared how Firefly made history as the 1st commercial company to land on the moon! We also learned about their future lunar landings in '26 and '28!
What should we do next? 🤔 Come tell us! We're hosting an in-person meetup to get your input on future event topics, speakers, and formats for late 2025. Sign up today! Let's build up the Austin tech community together.
#AustinTech #NetworkingEvent #FutureOfAustin #TechMeetup
#AustinTech #NetworkingEvent #FutureOfAustin #TechMeetup
July 11, 2025 at 9:27 PM
What should we do next? 🤔 Come tell us! We're hosting an in-person meetup to get your input on future event topics, speakers, and formats for late 2025. Sign up today! Let's build up the Austin tech community together.
#AustinTech #NetworkingEvent #FutureOfAustin #TechMeetup
#AustinTech #NetworkingEvent #FutureOfAustin #TechMeetup
The commercial spaceflight industry is booming, and we're exploring it with Eric Salwan, co-founder of @firefly-aerospace.bsky.social (the Austin company that was the first commercial entity to land on the moon!). He'll cover new tech, future goals, and how we're accessing space. Sign up now!⬇️
July 8, 2025 at 7:25 PM
The commercial spaceflight industry is booming, and we're exploring it with Eric Salwan, co-founder of @firefly-aerospace.bsky.social (the Austin company that was the first commercial entity to land on the moon!). He'll cover new tech, future goals, and how we're accessing space. Sign up now!⬇️