DevFestUSF
About Us
The Google Developer Group on Campus at the University of South Florida is one of the largest and most dynamic student organizations on campus. We are part of a global community supported by Google, dedicated to bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the tech world. Our mission is to empower the next generation of tech leaders by providing hands-on learning experiences, fostering innovation, and building a strong, supportive community of like-minded individuals.
Our Tracks & Speakers
Build with AI 🤖
Explore cutting-edge AI technologies and applications
- Explore cutting-edge AI technologies and applications
- Gain insights from GDEs and AI practitioners
- Hands-on learning experiences in AI projects
Event Location
Join us at the University of South Florida's Engineering Building for an amazing day of learning and networking.
ENG - Engineering Building II
4220 E Fowler Ave
Tampa, FL 33620
Event Rooms
ENB 109, ENB 116, ENB 118, Hall of Flags
University of South Florida
Engineering Building II
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Our Impact Over the Years
2023 Theme
“Building the Future with AI”
Developers, students, and tech enthusiasts
Industry leaders and Google Developer Experts
Technical talks, workshops, and panels
Interactive coding and learning experiences
Coffee breaks, lunch, and after-party
Based on post-event surveys
Event Schedule
Explore our comprehensive schedule of talks, workshops, and networking sessions. Click on any event for more details.
Check In
PD Table: Resume Review
Clubs, Research Labs, Start-ups
Clubs, Research Labs, Start-ups
PD Table: Game and Merch (Black Jack card game, pickleball throwing, charades)
PD Table: Game and Merch
Opening Ceremony
Speaker - Noble Ackerson (AI)
Noble Ackerson
Clubs, Research Labs, Start-ups
Lunch
Clubs, Research Labs, Start-ups
Speaker - Modupe Ajala (C)
CModupe Ajala
Closing Ceremony
Breakfast
Speaker - Angela Rodriguez
Angela Rodriguez
Speaker - Gerardo Sanchez (E)
EGerardo Sanchez
Speaker - Laurence Svekis (AI)
Laurence Svekis
Speaker - Carlos Vasquez (E)
ECarlos Vasquez
Speaker - Richard Foltak (E)
ERichard Foltak
Speaker - Xiaoquan Kong (AI)
Xiaoquan Kong
Speaker - James Gress (C)
CJames Gress
Check In
9:00 AM - 9:45 AMLocation: Hall of Flags
Breakfast
9:00 AM - 10:00 AMLocation: ENB Hall of Flags
Opening Ceremony
9:30 AM - 10:00 AMLocation: ENB Hall of Flags
PD Table: Resume Review
10:00 AM - 12:30 PMLocation: Hall of Flags
Speaker - Richard Foltak (E)
10:15 AM - 11:15 AMSpeaker: Richard Foltak
Location: Room 118
Speaker - Noble Ackerson (AI)
10:15 AM - 11:15 AMSpeaker: Noble Ackerson
Location: Room 109
Speaker - Angela Rodriguez
10:15 AM - 11:15 AMSpeaker: Angela Rodriguez
Location: Room 116
Clubs, Research Labs, Start-ups
10:15 AM - 11:15 AMLocation: Hall of Flags
Speaker - Xiaoquan Kong (AI)
11:30 AM - 12:30 PMSpeaker: Xiaoquan Kong
Location: Room 116
Speaker - Gerardo Sanchez (E)
11:30 AM - 12:30 PMSpeaker: Gerardo Sanchez
Location: Room 118
Clubs, Research Labs, Start-ups
11:30 AM - 12:30 PMLocation: Hall of Flags
Lunch
12:30 PM - 1:45 PMLocation: Room 109
Clubs, Research Labs, Start-ups
12:30 PM - 1:45 PMLocation: Hall of Flags
Speaker - James Gress (C)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PMSpeaker: James Gress
Location: Room 116
Speaker - Laurence Svekis (AI)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PMSpeaker: Laurence Svekis
Location: Room 118
Clubs, Research Labs, Start-ups
2:00 PM - 3:00 PMLocation: Hall of Flags
PD Table: Game and Merch (Black Jack card game, pickleball throwing, charades)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PMLocation: Hall of Flags
Speaker - Carlos Vasquez (E)
3:15 PM - 4:15 PMSpeaker: Carlos Vasquez
Location: Room 118
Speaker - Modupe Ajala (C)
3:15 PM - 4:15 PMSpeaker: Modupe Ajala
Location: Room 116
PD Table: Game and Merch
3:15 PM - 4:15 PMLocation: Hall of Flags
Closing Ceremony
4:30 PM - 5:00 PMLocation: ENB Hall of Flags
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