Programme 2024

AtlanTec Festival 7 – 17 May 2024 

April 2024

EdUTec Cyber Safety Programme for Schools

We would like to invite TY Students to take part in a 1/2 day of learning and activities, to develop a deeper understanding of why and how they can improve their online safety.. 

The programme will involve presentations and interactive sessions on Cyber Awareness, Gaming Addictions, Dark Materials within online gaming, how to identify them and what to do once identified.  

Students will be given a presentation on the value of studying Computer Science and the career path to be gained from it.

If you are a computer science teacher or a year head for TY classes we would like to invite you and your students to take part in our Cyber Safety Programme this  May as part of the AtlanTec Festival.

Register your interest now contact Jo via email jmullins@itag.ie

Venue: Various Secondary School in Galway

We would like to invite TY Students to take part in a 1/2 day of learning and activities, to develop a deeper understanding of why and how they can improve their online safety.. 

The programme will involve presentations and interactive sessions on Cyber Awareness, Gaming Addictions, Dark Materials within online gaming, how to identify them and what to do once identified.  

Students will be given a presentation on the value of studying Computer Science and the career path to be gained from it.

If you are a computer science teacher or a year head for TY classes we would like to invite you and your students to take part in our Cyber Safety Programme this  May as part of the AtlanTec Festival.

Register your interest now contact Jo via email jmullins@itag.ie

Wednesday 24 April

Tools and Recipes for Success in Product Management

As part of the AtlanTec Festival itag Product Management forum in collaboration with Product Management Meetup Galway will host an insightful evening with two renowned guest speakers and a stimulating panel discussion!

David Murray, with over 25 years of experience in managing products, will share invaluable insights in his presentation “What’s in my Toolbox? – Tips, Tricks and Thoughts”. Gain knowledge and inspiration from his wealth of experience in the field.

Nicola Moroney, our second guest speaker, will bring her unique perspective to the table, offering fresh ideas and innovative approaches to product management.

Following these engaging presentations, our panel discussion will delve into the ever-evolving role of AI in product management. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation with industry experts on this timely and important topic.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to enhance your product management skills and network with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now!

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Venue: Genesys, Bonham Quay, Galway

As part of the AtlanTec Festival itag Product Management forum in collaboration with Product Management Meetup Galway, will host an insightful evening with two renowned guest speakers and a stimulating panel discussion!

David Murray, with over 25 years of experience in managing products, will share invaluable insights in his presentation “What’s in my Toolbox? – Tips, Tricks and Thoughts”. Gain knowledge and inspiration from his wealth of experience in the field.

Nicola Moroney, our second guest speaker, will bring her unique perspective to the table, offering fresh ideas and innovative approaches to product management.

Following these engaging presentations, our panel discussion will delve into the ever-evolving role of AI in product management. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation with industry experts on this timely and important topic.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to enhance your product management skills and network with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now!

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18:00 - 18:10 Introduction & Welcome Note

As part of the AtlanTec Festival itag Product Management forum in collaboration with Product Management Meetup Galway, will host an insightful evening with two renowned guest speakers and a stimulating panel discussion!

David Murray, with over 25 years of experience in managing products, will share invaluable insights in his presentation “What’s in my Toolbox? – Tips, Tricks and Thoughts”. Gain knowledge and inspiration from his wealth of experience in the field.

Nicola Moroney, our second guest speaker, will bring her unique perspective to the table, offering fresh ideas and innovative approaches to product management.

Following these engaging presentations, our panel discussion will delve into the ever-evolving role of AI in product management. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation with industry experts on this timely and important topic.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to enhance your product management skills and network with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now! 

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18:10 - 18:40 What is in my Toolbox? Tips, Tricks & Thoughts from 25 years of Managing Products
David Murray

As part of the AtlanTec Festival itag Product Management forum in collaboration with Product Management Meetup Galway, will host an insightful evening with two renowned guest speakers and a stimulating panel discussion!

David Murray, with over 25 years of experience in managing products, will share invaluable insights in his presentation “What’s in my Toolbox? – Tips, Tricks and Thoughts”. Gain knowledge and inspiration from his wealth of experience in the field.

Nicola Moroney, our second guest speaker, will bring her unique perspective to the table, offering fresh ideas and innovative approaches to product management.

Following these engaging presentations, our panel discussion will delve into the ever-evolving role of AI in product management. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation with industry experts on this timely and important topic.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to enhance your product management skills and network with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now! 

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18:40 - 19:10 - A case study on Product Teams recipe for success
Nicola Moroney & Rachel Shearer
  • Nicola Moroney – Senior Product Owner at Liberty IT.
    • Senior PO at LIT for almost 2 years
    • 4 years’ experience as  a Senior Business Analyst
    • Previous Career in Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Regulation & manufacturing
    • I like to solve complex problems, creating value for customers.

 

  • Rachel Shearer – Senior Product Designer at Liberty IT
    • 5 Years experience working within Liberty IT.
    • Graduated from Ulster University with a degree in Interactive Multimedia Design.
    • I like to turn problems into seamless, intuitive, and fantastic user experiences.

 

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19:10 - 19:40 Panel Discussion 'The role of AI in Product Management'

As part of the AtlanTec Festival itag Product Management forum in collaboration with Product Management Meetup Galway, will host an insightful evening with two renowned guest speakers and a stimulating panel discussion!

David Murray, with over 25 years of experience in managing products, will share invaluable insights in his presentation “What’s in my Toolbox? – Tips, Tricks and Thoughts”. Gain knowledge and inspiration from his wealth of experience in the field.

Nicola Moroney, our second guest speaker, will bring her unique perspective to the table, offering fresh ideas and innovative approaches to product management.

Following these engaging presentations, our panel discussion will delve into the ever-evolving role of AI in product management. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation with industry experts on this timely and important topic.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to enhance your product management skills and network with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now!

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19:40 - 20:00 Refreshments & Networking

As part of the AtlanTec Festival itag Product Management forum in collaboration with Product Management Forum Galway, will host an insightful evening with two renowned guest speakers and a stimulating panel discussion!

David Murray, with over 25 years of experience in managing products, will share invaluable insights in his presentation “What’s in my Toolbox? – Tips, Tricks and Thoughts”. Gain knowledge and inspiration from his wealth of experience in the field.

Nicola Moroney, our second guest speaker, will bring her unique perspective to the table, offering fresh ideas and innovative approaches to product management.

Following these engaging presentations, our panel discussion will delve into the ever-evolving role of AI in product management. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation with industry experts on this timely and important topic.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to enhance your product management skills and network with like-minded professionals. Secure your spot now at the AtlanTec Festival!

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Wednesday 8 May

Sustainovation: Leading the way in Sustainability Initiatives

Join us for an and informative sustainability event, showcasing what some of our leading companies are doing to reduce their impact on the environment creating a more sustainable future. Discover how these industry leaders are implementing new approaches to sustainable practices and learn about the impact they are making. This event is a unique opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, collaborate on ideas, and be a part of the conversation driving sustainability within the technology sector. Don’t miss out on this chance to be a part of the change!

This event will feature presentations from itag member companies, Avaya, Fidelity Investments, Cisco and Intel on susstainability in a Real Estate team who are dedicated to delivering our internal sustainability objectives. Additionally, we will hear from our employee group called Impact, who are passionate about sustainability and have spearheaded numerous projects within our organisation.

During the presentations, we will explore the employee engagement angle of sustainability and highlight some of the impactful projects that both teams have implemented. From reducing waste to promoting energy efficiency, our teams are leading the way in driving positive environmental change within our company.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and discover how your organisation can take steps towards a more sustainable future. Join us for an inspiring and informative evening as we showcase the sustainability initiatives of itag Member Companies.

Venue: Metlife, Hynes Building, Galway

Monday 13 May

Exploring the Future of Enginereering Excellence

Join the itag Testing Forum for an exciting exploration into the latest advancements in software testing. With presentations on ‘AI within QA’ and ‘GitHub CoPilot for Automated Testing at Speed’, you will gain valuable insights into leveraging cutting-edge technologies to propel your testing processes to new heights. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry experts, share best practices, and network with like-minded professionals. Whether you’re a seasoned QA engineer or just starting out in the field, this event is sure to inspire and inform. 

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Venue: PorterShed, Galway
18:05 - 18:10 Welcome & Opening Address
18:10 - 18:30 Copilot: The Good, the Bad and the Weird - Did They Even Test This?!
Ruadhrí Howman, Liberty IT
18:30 - 18:50 The Impact of AI on QE and the SDLC
Stephen Conneely, Fidelity Investments

Tuesday 14 May

18:00 - 19:00 Predicting the Future: The Evolution of Supply Chains in the Blockchain Era
Dr. Trevor Clohessy
Venue: Mick Lally Theatre, University of Galway

Wednesday 15 May

The Sales Professional Network
Kingsley Atkins
Venue: Platform 94

Thursday 16 May Morning

AtlanTec Conference
Venue: Bailey Allen Hall, University of Galway
08:45 - 09:15 Welcome & Opening Address
09:15 - 10:00 Smart AI, Smarter Leadership:​ Taking Back the Future of Work​
Peter Scott
A deep dive into the practical applications of generative AI, from text generation to broader technological solutions.
 
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10:00 - 10:40 From Text to Tech: Exploring Generative AI's Transformative Applications
Andrew Ayers
A deep dive into the practical applications of generative AI, from text generation to broader technological solutions.
 
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10:40 - 11:00 Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:40 Fostering Diversity and Inclusion
11:40 - 12:30 Panel Discussion
12:30 - 13:30 Light Lunch and Networking

Thursday 16 May Afternoon

Cyber Track AtlanTec Conference
Venue: University of Galway
13:30 - 14:15 Cyber Attacks, Powered by AI Social Engineering: Mamoona Ashgar, University of Galway
14:15 - 15:00 How companies use open source LLM Technology to combat Phishing: Conor Hynes & Ivo Garris, TitanHQ
15:00 Tea/Coffee
15:15 - 16:00 Panel Discussion - The Evolving Threat Landscape in Cyber across AI and Cloud 'What are the emergent threats and how can we protect against them?

Thursday 16 May Afternoon

Artificial Intelligence Track
Venue: University of Galway
13:30 - 14:15 Dr Patricia Scanlon
14:15 - 15:00 Panel Discussion 'How to Put AI into Operation'
Paul McBride, Peroptyx 
Catherine Enright, Valeo
John Fitzgerald, CMS Distribution
Katie Nic Gabhann,Cisco
Conor Heffernan, Data Value Hub
Sarah King, HPE

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15:00 Tea/Coffee
15:15 - 16:00 Panel Discussion 'How to Prepare for a Future with AI'

Thursday 16 May Afternoon

Cloud Track / DevOps
Venue: University of Galway
13:30 - 14:15 Building Modern Cloud Native Applications with Event Driven Architecture
Sachin Sadasivan

Overview: In this talk, we will delve into concepts and practices for leveraging Event Driven Architecture in the development of cloud-native applications. The talk will cover topics such as orchestration and choreography, the fundamentals of event-driven architecture, CQRS, the nature of events and their impact on system state, event sourcing, common EDA patterns, and the importance of adopting an “event-first” mindset. The talk will also explore the utilization of cloud services and tools tailored for event-driven architecture.

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14:15 - 15:00 Self Service Software and Centralized Automation: Unblocking the Golden Path to the Cloud - Sean O'Gorman
15:00 Tea/Coffee
15:15 - 16:00 Panel Discussion

Friday 17th May 2023

Regional Tech Spotlight – Leaders Event

AtlanTec Tag Rugby

AtlanTec Tag Rugby World Championship 

DATE: Friday 19th May

TIMES:  Blitz from 18:00 till late 

COST:   €120 per team (min 7 players, max 10 players – mixed format min 3 ladies)

Prize Giving, Food & Beer 

Whether your company is a seasoned tag rugby campaigner or ready to take part in their first tag tournament, the AtlanTec Tech Tag Rugby World Championship is the perfect event to kick start your Tag Rugby Season.

Your team is guaranteed at least 2 x 10 minute matches (weather permitting). Most teams will also then qualify for a further knockout game, where they have a chance of winning a prize.

Après AtlanTec Tag Rugby Party
After the final join us for the prize giving, final wrap up party for this year’s AtlanTec Festival with music, burgers, beer and other entertainment especially selected for Techies!

BOOK your Team today. Email us at info@itag.ie