Pythons in Vectorland (budapest.py meetup recap)

Our latest Budapest.py meetup, held at the vibrant office of Diligent in the heart of Budapest, was a celebration of where technology meets community. Organised by IseeQ and curated by Balazs Balogh, the evening was a perfect blend of advanced tech discussions and lively networking.

📅 When? March 26, 18:00 

📍 Where? Diligent office, Szervita tér 8, 1052 Budapest

The event featured enlightening talks from Ferenc Bodon and Gergely Angeli of KX. They took us on a journey from the fundamentals of vector programming to the advanced applications of vector databases in PyKX, illustrating how these technologies are revolutionizing time series analysis from finance to healthcare. Their in-depth discussion also covered the efficiencies PyKX introduces, making Python integrations smoother and more powerful.

Following their technical deep dive, Balazs Kemenes and Gyorgy Mora from Superlinked captivated the audience with insights into vector computations' pivotal role in machine learning. They discussed how leveraging vector operations is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in machine learning workflows, significantly enhancing data handling and algorithm efficiency.

Key Points from the Presentation:

Vector Programming to Vector Databases by Ferenc Bodon and Gergely Angeli (KX):

• They discussed the transition from traditional programming approaches to utilizing vector databases, particularly in time-sensitive data processing environments like financial markets and IoT.
• The introduction of PyKX as a tool bridging Python and kdb+/q was a focal point, promising to simplify the user experience for Python developers while maintaining high performance.

Vector Computation in Machine Learning by Balazs Kemenes and Gyorgy Mora (Superlinked):

• The presentation highlighted the increasing importance of vector computations in ML, underlining the efficiency and scalability they bring to data science workflows.
• They addressed how their approach to using vector operations could transform market trends analysis and feature extraction processes.

You can read the full presentation here: LINK

The evening wasn't just about learning; it was also about connecting. Attendees had numerous opportunities to mingle, share ideas, and even spark collaborations for future projects.

Missed the event? Catch up on all the details and insights by watching this short video recap. From detailed technical talks to casual networking, each moment is a snippet of the burgeoning Python community’s spirit in Budapest.

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