In-Person Location - Rusty’s Pizza ­­ 5934 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117 

or Optional Virtual Webex Attendance   

6:00 PM – Complimentary Pizza, Salad, Beverage­

6:30 PM – Central Coast Status

6:35 PM – Dan Bezzant Presents. 

Please join us on April 22nd when Dan Bezzant, Recently retired EE Section Manager at RTX (Raytheon}, will give a talk on how static charge can build up in semiconductor devices resulting in Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) causing catastrophic damage and how to protect against ESD events. Guests are welcome. Please Register Now below. Note Attendance Type: In-Person or Virtual. Best regards, Ruth Franklin IEEE Central Coast Chair

Title: Fractional-N Phase-Locked Loops Using Harmonic-Mixer-Based Feedback and Noise Cancellation

Abstract: Frequency synthesizers are an integral part of various applications, such as wireless and wireline communication systems. The generation of frequency sources with low phase noise under limited power, area, and many other factors has been an ongoing challenge over the years. Especially for the fractional-N phase-locked loops (PLLs), the suppression of quantization noise (Q-noise) and spurs has been one of the main challenges. Architectures based on quantization error cancellation, either in the time domain using digital-to-time converters or in the voltage domain using digital-to-analog converters, have been popular in recent years. However, the circuits used for the cancellation are often affected by PVT-related gain errors and non-linearity, requiring intensive digital calibration to prevent severe performance degradation. In this talk, we introduce some harmonic-mixer-based fractional-N PLL architectures that avoid the amplification of the Q-noise by the loop. With this concept, we can effectively suppress the contribution of the Q-noise at the PLL output without applying intensive calibration.

Tetsuya Iizuka received the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in electronic engineering from the University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan, in 2002, 2004, and 2007, respectively. From 2007 to 2009, he was with THine Electronics Inc., Tokyo, as a High-Speed Serial Interface Circuit Engineer. He joined the University of Tokyo in 2009, where he is currently a Professor with the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Systems, School of Engineering. From 2013 to 2015, he was a Visiting Scholar with the University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA. His current research interests include data conversion techniques, high-speed analog integrated circuits, digitally assisted analog circuits, and VLSI computer-aided design.

He was a TPC member of ISSCC from 2013 to 2017 and CICC from 2014 to 2019. He is also serving as a member of the IEEE Asian Solid-State Circuits Conference (A-SSCC) and the IEEE VLSI Symposium on Circuits Technical Program Committees. Since 2025, he has been serving as a distinguished lecturer of the IEEE SSCS.

A superlattice can be formed by alternating thin layers of different semiconductor materials. The result is an artificial semiconductor whose properties differ from those of the constituents. The advantage is that the bandgap energy and the lattice parameter can be varied independently, providing a wide parameter space for bandgap engineering. The presentation will show how the superlattice can grow on available substrates, such as GaSb, and how it functions as a detector of infrared light.

MIT Room 32-G449 (Kiva) and online via Zoom

https://acm-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/6717750000324/WN_Z5KGSMQBSg2dzjM7s_X0mw

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.Indicate on the registration form if you plan to attend in person. This will help us determine whether the room is close to reaching capacity. We plan to serve light refreshments (probably pizza) before the talk starting at around 6:30 pm. Letting us know you will come in person will help us determine how much pizza to order.

We may make some auxiliary material such as slides and access to the recording available after the seminar to people who have registered.

Abstract:

What does “normal” look like in a system that grows, adapts, and scales at extraordinary speed? How do its underlying patterns shift as the network expands from its early days to a billion-fold increase in scale?

In this seminar, Dr. Kepner will explore how advances in high-performance, privacy-preserving AI graph analysis tools open new windows into the Internet’s behavior. His work sheds light on emergence, structure, and stability within this constantly changing global system.

Dr. Kepner will explain the deep connections between graphs and matrices and more general mathematical concepts of semirings and associative (token) arrays that are the foundations of modern large language model (LLM) agentic AI systems. These mathematical concepts form the basis of the high performance GraphBLAS sparse matrix standard and the D4M (Dynamic Distributed Dimensional Model) associative array library that can analyze the largest networks in the world while preserving privacy.

Bio:

Dr. Jeremy Kepner is an MIT Lincoln Laboratory Fellow. He founded the Lincoln Laboratory Supercomputing Center and pioneered the establishment of the Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center. He has developed novel big data and parallel computing software used by thousands of scientists and engineers worldwide. He has led several embedded computing efforts, which earned him a 2011 R&D 100 Award. Kepner has chaired the SIAM Data Mining conference, the IEEE Big Data conference, and the IEEE High Performance Extreme Computing conference. Kepner is the author of two bestselling books, Parallel MATLAB for Multicore and Multinode Computers, and Graph Algorithms in the Language of Linear Algebra. His peer-reviewed publications include works on abstract algebra, astronomy, astrophysics, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data mining, databases, graph algorithms, health sciences, plasma physics, signal processing, and 3D visualization. In 2014, he received Lincoln Laboratory's Technical Excellence Award. You can learn more about his work here: https://www.mit.edu/~kepner/

Kepner holds a BA degree in astrophysics from Pomona College and a PhD degree in astrophysics from Princeton University. He is a fellow of the Society of Industrial Applied Mathematics (SIAM) and is a faculty advisor to the MIT SIAM student group.

Directions to 32-G449 - MIT Stata Center, 32 Vassar Street, Cambridge, MA: Please use the main entrance to the Stata Center at 32 Vassar Street (the entrance closest to Main street) as those doors will be unlocked. Upon entering, proceed to the elevators which will be on the right after passing a large set of stairs and a MITAC kiosk. Take the elevator to the 4th floor and turn right, following the hall to an open area; 32-G449 will be on the left. Location of Stata on campus map

This joint meeting of the Boston Chapter of the IEEE Computer Society and GBC/ACM will be hybrid (in person and online).

Up-to-date information about this and other talks is available online at https://ewh.ieee.org/r1/boston/computer/. You can sign up to receive updated status information about this talk and informational emails about future talks at https://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/ieee-cs, our self-administered mailing list.

Shalini Lakshmana is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: SCV WIE Mar ExCom Meeting
Time: Mar 26, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Banquet for the IEEE student branch at Cal Poly Pomona and the ComSoc technical society student club.

Please join us for the IEEE Alaska Section’s April meeting. This month’s program features a presentation on the Alaska Village Electric Cooperative (AVEC) by the CEO, Bill Stamm.  He will talk about AVEC, the challenges of generating power in remote Alaska villages, and how they meet those challenges.

We will meet in person on the UAA campus.  Park in the UAA Engineering & Industry building south parking lot, come in the west entrance, and come up to room 413.

UAA parking is free on Fridays.

Zoom will be available for those unable to join us on campus. 

A complimentary light lunch will be provided, so advance registration is required. 

Technology roadmapping is a powerful strategic planning approach that integrates scientific and technological insights with product development and business objectives. It enables organizations to identify emerging opportunities, align resources, and effectively navigate complex innovation landscapes.

In this interactive workshop, participants will gain a comprehensive introduction to both the concept and practical application of technology roadmapping. The session will combine expert presentations, group exercises, and discussions, providing a hands-on learning experience to reinforce key concepts.

• Gain a foundational understanding of technology roadmapping concepts and methodologies
• Participate in team-based exercises to apply learning in real-world scenarios
• Explore practical applications across industries, including energy efficiency
• Enhance your ability to align technology strategy with business goals

This workshop is ideal for:

• Technology planners and strategists
• Engineers and innovation leaders
• Project and product managers
• Anyone involved in planning and developing new technologies

By the end of this workshop, participants will:

• Develop a working knowledge of technology roadmapping concepts and applications
• Understand how to create graphical frameworks for complex strategic issues
• Gain access to resources and tools for further exploration and implementation

Join us for this engaging session to strengthen your strategic planning capabilities and learn how to effectively map the future of technology and innovation.

(Note: Non Intel registrants should arrive by 2:30 PM to get badges to have access to the workshop.)

“Girls Make STEM with Heart”, the IEEE Buenaventura spring STEM event for middle-school girls, will be on Saturday, April 25 at Isbell Middle School in Santa Paula. If you were involved in previous events, you know what a wonderful experience it is for the students and volunteers and how rewarding.

Here is some background:

• Students can choose from a variety of workshops covering topics such as chemistry, circuits, light, sound, momentum, solar energy, and numbers.
• We have at least three mentors per workshop. Each student was able to get plenty of attention.
  At the end of the day, students get to show what they learned to their parents.
• Isbell Middle School graciously lets us use their classrooms and food service. Each classroom is equipped with a computer projector, movable tables and chairs, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
• Lunch and materials are provided by IEEE.
• See the IEEE Foundation Newsletter for an excellent write-up of a past event, and our YouTube channel for a photo montage.

Planning for the event is already underway. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at stem2026@ieee-bv.org

Know any middle-school girls who would like to attend? Their parents can register them here: www.ieee-bv.org/stem

Monthly AdCom meeting:  [agenda NOT updated yet]

1. Welcome - Hualiang

2. Symposium status update - Annette/Paul/Hualiang

3. Education outreach status - Masha/Azmat/Hualiang

4. Chapter Storage - Hualiang  XXXX NOT

5. Monthly talk preparation - Chandan/Luu

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7. Senior member advancement - Dwayne

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8: Election 2026

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OC IEEE 2026 SPRING BBQ

Join OC IEEE for our annual Spring BBQ at Mason Park in Irvine!
We’ll be celebrating UCI seniors graduating this year with ice cream and cake.

Everyone is welcome:
UCI faculty, UCI graduate students, friends, children, and pets
(Please register guests so we can plan accordingly)

📅 Date: Sunday, April 26
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📍 Location:
Mason Park – Shelter #2
Irvine, CA
(Turn right after entering from University Drive, then continue to Parking Lot B)

🎯 Activities
Volleyball & Badminton

🍔 Menu
Hamburgers & Grilled Chicken
Vegetarian food cooked separately

💲 Cost
Event Registration: FREE
Parking: (paid at entrance booth – card or cash accepted)

The Walla Walla IEEE Student Branch invites you to a pancake breakfast at Dr. Doug Logan's house, former dean of engineering at Walla Walla University. Come for free food and network with WWU alumni.

We are excited to continue the Orange County Computer Society (OCCS) Global Emerging Technologies (GET) Series—a monthly platform dedicated to spotlighting transformative innovations in computer science and technology. Hosted by the IEEE Orange County Computer Society Chapter, this series brings together professionals, students, and tech enthusiasts to explore the cutting edge of what’s possible.

Following a highly engaging March session filled with thought-provoking conversations on Advancement in Digital healthcare , we’re thrilled to bring you a powerful double-feature this April—exploring both the strategic and technical sides of artificial intelligence.

Curious about Generative AI? This hands-on lab simplifies core concepts—from tokens and LLMs to RAG, Agents, and MCP—while showing how they work together in real systems. By the end, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to build your own AI-powered applications.

Understand how AI generates content and why it’s transforming every industry.

Learn how text is broken into tokens and how that impacts cost, speed, and output.

Explore key GenAI players and choose the right model for your use case.

Master the art of guiding AI using structured, effective prompts.

Enhance AI accuracy by grounding responses in your own data.

Move beyond chatbots to AI systems that can reason, plan, and take actions.

Enable AI to securely discover and interact with real-world tools and APIs.

Session 2: GenAI in Action — From Prompt to Working Prototype (60 mins)

Follow along in a live demo as we integrate concepts and build an AI-powered application in real time using Visual Studio Code and Python notebooks

Understand how all components fit together in a real-world AI system.

The journey doesn’t end here—stay with us for what’s next.

Gora Datta  

FHL7,SMIEEE,SMACM

Chair IEEE Computer Society – OC Chapter

Chair IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS) - OC Chapter

Chair & Board Member IEEE Blockchain Technical Community

Founding Chair IEEE P3271.01 Working Group – Standard for Recurring Transactions Using Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLTs)

📧 gora.datta@ieee.org 
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/goradatta

Zoom call hosted by Open Research Institute (ORI). IEEE members and guests are welcome. This is a technical roundtable of FPGA projects from the Open Source hardware community. Participants report what they've done over the past week, what they have planned for the next week, if they have any roadblocks, and if they need any resources. The roundtable is sometimes followed by open office hours if anyone has additional questions or discussions.  

Living with Intelligence:  How AI, Sensing, and Robotics Are Shaping Everyday Life

What if the environments around us could actively support our health, safety, and daily routines? AI, sensing, and robotics are rapidly moving beyond labs into the spaces where we live and work—transforming homes, campuses, and communities into intelligent, responsive ecosystems. Drawing on work from Kennesaw State University’s Prototype Living of Tomorrow (PLOT), a 25-acre living laboratory, this talk explores real-world applications including ambient and wearable sensing, wellness monitoring, and AI-driven robotic systems. It highlights both the measurable benefits and current limitations of these technologies, while addressing critical questions around privacy, autonomy, and trust. Attendees will gain a clear, practical view of how intelligent environments are being built today—and what it means for tomorrow.

The IEEE Oregon Section Young Professionals (YP) and Women in Engineering (WIE) affinity groups are excited to host this in-person event at Portland State University for all EE/ECE students!

This is a great opportunity for students to informally interact with, and learn from, three IEEE young professionals who were in the same shoes not too long ago. All EE/ECE students are strongly encouraged to attend and bring in all their school- or career-related questions they are looking to get some insights for!

There will be FREE food and drinks :)

This presentation provides a high-level description of CALCE-UMD activities in reliability physics of microelectronic systems, starting with a brief history and continuing on to recent trends in multiscale modeling of the reliability of advanced microelectronic packaging. The discussion includes specific focus on the importance of considering material microstructure in predictive reliability physics modeling; and explores the role of reliability physics in the context of AI/ML* approaches for reliability modeling.
In Topic 1, we will examine three examples where microstructure-sensitive modeling can provide important insights into material behavior: (i) organic interposers/substrates that are based on fabric-reinforced composites; (ii) solder alloys with heterogeneous multiscale microstructure; (iii) sintered silver materials with agglomerated nanoporous microstructure. In Topic 2, we will qualitatively explore the interplay between reliability physics and AI/ML in influencing both epistemic as well as aleatory uncertainties in reliability predictions.
*AI/ML: Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning

ABSTRACT

Abstract: The next generation of wireless networks will no longer be confined to moving bits — they will sense, communicate, and learn simultaneously. This convergence is anticipated to enable distributed intelligence across devices, unlocking new capabilities for real-time perception and decision-making in dynamic environments. In this talk, two complementary advances in federated signal processing will be presented. First, an over-the-air federated edge learning (OTA-FEEL) framework with integrated radar sensing will be discussed. By leveraging echoes from the environment, rather than treating them solely as interference, robust model aggregation will be maintained while ensuring high-quality sensing and communication performance. A joint scheduling and beamforming design will be presented, supported by low-complexity optimization techniques, to preserve aggregation accuracy under realistic wireless conditions. Second, FedTrack, a novel federated learning–inspired algorithm for distributed target tracking, will be presented. By treating local log-likelihood functions as loss functions in a distributed optimization framework, FedTrack enables devices to collaboratively estimate a moving target’s position and velocity. This communication-efficient method closely approximates centralized maximum likelihood estimation, achieving accuracy near the Cramér–Rao bound while reducing reliance on a central coordinator. Together, these developments illustrate how federated intelligence over the air can transform 6G networks into systems that not only communicate but also sense and learn collaboratively. Implications for autonomous systems, smart cities, and beyond will be discussed, with emphasis on the central role of signal processing innovations in realizing this vision.

 May 2026 MOVE USA Operations Training Opportunities

MOVE Operations Class – 3-part Virtual Series 

IEEE MOVE USA is offering a dynamic three-part Virtual Operations Class designed for volunteers preparing for MOVE truck deployment, as well as those interested in learning more about the program. Attendance is required for existing drivers and crew members and anyone seeking to advance to a MOVE Truck Driver or Crew Member role.  Attendance is encouraged for All MOVE volunteers.   

The course covers key topics including deployment expectations, truck equipment, and essential safety procedures. Each of the three sessions is conducted virtually and lasts approximately 90 minutes to two hours.

Participants will also gain an understanding of the differences among the three MOVE USA trucks, providing prospective drivers and crew members with a solid foundation in both the shared systems and the unique features of each vehicle.

Future of communication and sensing network is being transformed with the advancement in next generations of wireless with Beyond-5G, beyond-WiFi-8, ICAS, NTN, VR/XR/Metaverse, Digital-Twin and other emerging applications. Higher quality of experiences for connected future with ubiquitous lowest latency and superhigh data rate connectivity services will require innovative wireless technologies and communication hardware combined with AI/ML. Mobile platform integrated RF systems with antenna front ends are common factor for most of the wireless applications. Emerging usage scenarios will need intelligent mobile platforms with ultra-small form-factor, requiring co-design and heterogeneous integration of dis-similar semiconductor device, circuit and antenna technologies, in order to satisfy the desired application-specific performance criteria for the evolving use cases.

This presentation will present the emerging technology trends and will focus on the antenna-integrated RF to mm-wave/THz array integrated frontend opportunities and challenges demanding new technology, design, development and integration. Example architectures to enable
multifunction microsystem platform will be discussed.

What does it take to lead the acceleration of microelectronic technologies and deliver solutions to establish a trusted and resilient domestic supply chain?

What are the challenges and benefits to leading the acceleration of microelectronic technologies and delivering solutions to establish a trusted and resilient domestic supply chain?

Join the dialogue as we discuss a premier collaborative, public-private ecosystem that engages broadly across innovative partners in industry, academia, and government to rapidly advance defense and commercial applications. This unique environment empowers members to discover new technologies, share capabilities, develop a skilled workforce, and launch groundbreaking innovation into scalable commercial production for the benefit of National Security and economic dominance.

Power transformers are used to convert voltage from one level at the generation as step-up transformers to other levels at the end customers as step-down transformers. Power transformers are also used to change the phase angle of the voltage to control the flow of active power in the line. Changing voltage or phase angle cannot control active and reactive power flows independently. 

Sen Transformer (ST) marks the first breakthrough in bulk power system design in more than a century, hosting a range of benefits over traditional power flow solutions. The ST, which offers a plethora of power flow control features, such as independent active and reactive power flows, voltage, phase angle, impedance (XL or XC and R or –R, all independently variable), all in one unit, uses time‐tested components, such as transformer and load tap changers that are proven to be reliable, cost‐effective, and portable. While enhancing the active power flow to the line’s thermal limit, the reduction in reactive power flow leads to an efficient operation of the entire electrical grid.

A commercial-grade ST was designed to operate at 33 kV with a throughput rating of ±6.5 MVA. The unit was manufactured, tested and connected to the U.S. grid in Lenox, MA. The test results show that the bidirectional active and reactive power flows can be regulated independently, proving that the ST is a practical solution to meet utilities’ needs in terms of reliability, cost-effectiveness, component non-obsolescence, efficiency, portability and interoperability.

Maximize your time at the Sensors Converge 2026. The IEEE Santa Clara Valley (SCV) Section invites all professionals and members attending Sensors Converge to an exclusive evening of networking and industry connection.

This is your opportunity to meet key leaders, innovators, and fellow engineers from the local tech community outside of the main exhibition hours.

2026 SSCS/CSU Colloquium on Integrated Circuits is a technical event hosted by the IEEE Solid-State Circuits Society (SSCS) San Fernando Valley Chapter in collaboration with CSU Long Beach, CSU Northridge, and the IEEE Coastal Los Angeles Section Systems Council. The colloquium will feature technical talks on integrated circuit design, networking opportunities, and discussions with industry experts and researchers in analog and mixed-signal electronics. The event will take place on May 7, 2026, at California State University, Long Beach, and is open to students, faculty, and professionals interested in semiconductor and IC technologies.

Networking expert Cesar Plata will lead us through a dynamic, interactive session where we will practice proven techniques to expand your professional reach. Key topics include:

• The Law of Attraction & Marketing Yourself: Learn how to position yourself effectively.
• Networking Etiquette: Master the art of starting and leaving conversations gracefully.
• The Elevator Pitch: Refine and deliver your personal pitch with confidence.
• Strategic Growth: Explore effective tradeshow tips and learn how to connect and leverage as a team.
• Event Mastery: Gain insights on how to organize events and, most importantly, have fun while networking!

The IEEE ASU ComSoc Student Branch Chapter is dedicated to fostering an active community of students and researchers passionate about communications, networking, and emerging wireless technologies. Our mission is to create a dynamic environment for professional development, mentorship, and technical exchange. As a core part of this mission, we host a Keynote Speech Series featuring distinguished leaders whose work informs and inspires our members. These sessions are designed to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and industry practice, providing our student community with direct access to the visionaries shaping the future of connectivity.

Join our second pizza with a Professor!

 May 2026 MOVE USA Operations Training Opportunities

MOVE Operations Class – 3-part Virtual Series 

IEEE MOVE USA is offering a dynamic three-part Virtual Operations Class designed for volunteers preparing for MOVE truck deployment, as well as those interested in learning more about the program. Attendance is required for existing drivers and crew members and anyone seeking to advance to a MOVE Truck Driver or Crew Member role.  Attendance is encouraged for All MOVE volunteers.   

The course covers key topics including deployment expectations, truck equipment, and essential safety procedures. Each of the three sessions is conducted virtually and lasts approximately 90 minutes to two hours.

Participants will also gain an understanding of the differences among the three MOVE USA trucks, providing prospective drivers and crew members with a solid foundation in both the shared systems and the unique features of each vehicle.

Early Bird:  50% off before May 1st,  In-person maximum 70 Seats,  Remote: no limit. 

 50% off: Student  ,  IEEE member: ,  Non-IEEE ,   

Remote   Certificate    

In this hands-on workshop, participants build  AI applications using Amazon Bedrock. Through guided
labs, they progress from foundational text generation and chatbots to advanced patterns including RAG,
multimodal image processing, structured data extraction, and security guardrails. Each lab produces a working
prototype that participants can extend. Along the way, participants gain experience with prompt engineering
techniques, learn to work with both text and image APIs, and explore how to secure AI applications with content
filtering, PII masking, and prompt attack prevention. The workshop is designed to be modular — participants can
focus on the tracks most relevant to their interests and move at their own pace.

Who Is This For?
The skills from this workshop apply across industries and roles. 
 Healthcare professionals can use image understanding and multimodal capabilities to prototype tools for
analyzing medical imagery like X-rays or pathology slides. 
 Data scientists and analysts can apply text extraction and summarization patterns to process research
papers, survey responses, or unstructured datasets at scale. 
 Software engineers can integrate RAG-based chatbots into existing applications to surface answers from
internal documentation or knowledge bases. 
 Business analysts can use structured data extraction to pull insights from contracts, customer feedback, or
financial reports without writing complex parsing logic. 
 Students and Researchers in any field can prototype AI assistants that help with literature review, data
labeling, or experiment documentation.
Whether you write code daily or have never touched Python, the workshop's modular structure lets you engage at
the level that fits your background.

Speakers 

Nithin Vommi is an Engineering Manager at Amazon Web Services, where he has spent nearly a decade building
and scaling large-scale distributed systems. He leads AWS Lambda streaming and queueing platforms, focusing on
serverless architectures and event-driven systems. Nithin has published technical articles, holds patents, and
speaks at AWS events including re:Invent. Over his time at AWS, he has launched more than a dozen customer-
facing features on serverless platforms, several highlighted at AWS re:Invent and broadly adopted by enterprises.
His current interests include serverless, generative AI, and event-driven design patterns.

Tejas Ghadge is engineering head for AWS Amplify, AWS Lambda Event Driven Applications and AWS Lambda
Developer Experience where he leads an organization of 100+ engineers/managers across multiple sites in US and
Canada. With over 14 years of experience at AWS, Tejas brings deep operational and architectural experience from
- operating large scale (millions of requests per second) event driven systems, leading and analyzing hundreds of
operational incidents and successfully launching dozens of delightful customer features for AWS Lambda and AWS
Amplify customers.

Technical Requirements

Laptop with a modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Edge)
2. Stable internet connection
3. No local software installation required — labs run in a browser-based IDE and a temporarily provided AWS account
4. No prior machine learning or data science experience required

Key Takeaways for Participants
1. How to use Amazon Bedrock APIs for text generation, embeddings, image generation, and multimodal tasks.
2. Working prototypes across five tracks: text generation, RAG chatbot, document summarizer, image generator/editor, multimodal chatbot, and structured data extractor
3. Practical prompt engineering techniques applicable across models — summarization, content creation, translation, analysis, and code generation
4. Hands-on experience implementing guardrails for content blocking, PII masking, and prompt injection defense

•  IEEE  Professional certificate and Hrs will be offered to those attendees who pass a simple quiz at the end of class, with a fee.  

Parking : 

Click on the following link: https://www.offstreet.io/events/XM21K0JV
and enter your vehicle license plate.

CHEERS OCEANEERS! MAY 13th 2026

This month, our main presenter will be Dan Wolfson, and his presentation is about a San Diego startup called Poseidon AmphibWorks that is building the world's first highway-legal electric hydrofoiling "Boat-Car" amphibious vehicle.  Marine-oriented businesses like kelp farms, wave power, ocean researchers, etc., could drive these from their land-based facilities into the water and back. 

Please see more info in Dan's bio in the section below.

This month, we will also do something special - the winners of the Marine Technology Society (MTS) student science fair will start early and present their projects.  We did this last year, and the students demonstrated very impressive technologies!  We really appreciate seeing the advancement of science for the next generation.

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Welcome to the monthly event for the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society (OES), San Diego Chapter, which is hosting this meeting jointly along with TMA BlueTech (The Maritime Alliance), and MTS (Marine Technology Society).

Please join us for the main presentation and also plenty of time for networking and friendly conversation about everything oceanic, engineering, science, Blue Tech, and more.  No need to be an IEEE or OES member, or TMA, or MTS.  Everyone is invited.

This month, we will be at Quantum Brewing again, a cool science-themed brewery founded by a biochemist.

No ticket required, but please order something for yourself from the brewery.

Please grab a bite from a nearby restaurant, which is okay to bring into the brewery per the owner.

The food and drinks are not being funded by the hosts.  Please open your own tab.

Driving Range

gbm3

May 2026 Phoenix LMAG Luncheon and Meeting

Registration Fee: for attendees is . This will include a light lunch.

Please respond by May 7.
Students are invited with no fee but need to RSVP.
Tau Beta Pi Alumni and members are invited as paying attendees, please RSVP.
Bring the fee to the meeting or make a check out to “IEEE Phoenix Section LMAG” and mail to Gary Frere, his address is:

Gary Frere
6708 E. Palm Ln.
Scottsdale, AZ 85257-2516

For online attendees the fee is . When you RSVP as a WebEx attendee that is considered a commitment for the fee to be sent to Gary Frere. You will be provided the URL for the WebEx portion of the meeting.

The IEEE Computer Society Seattle Section and the IEEE UW Bothell Student Chapter invite you to an evening of engaging session featuring two expert speakers sharing insights on cutting-edge advancements in Artificial Intelligence and large-scale data systems.

As part of the program, Madhvi Sharma, Senior Engineering Manager at Oracle Health Data Intelligence, will present “Transforming Healthcare with AI”.

Isaac Dasari, Data Engineer specializing in large-scale data and analytics systems, will present “Designing Petabyte-Scale Data Systems for Modern Analytics and AI”.

Why Attend?

• • Gain insights from industry experts
  • Discover real-world applications of AI and data engineering
  • Network with peers and professionals
  • Stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape

Hosted by: IEEE Computer Society Seattle Section & IEEE UW Bothell Student Chapter
Audience: Software engineers, system architects, cloud engineers, IoT developers, and students interested in scalable system design

We look forward to seeing you there!

Agentic AI systems are evolving from tool‑driven workflows into autonomous agents that can perceive, react, and operate in dynamic environments. This talk uses OpenClaw as a reference architecture to explore how agentic systems can move beyond single‑machine orchestration toward perception‑aware, production‑ready deployments.

We begin with OpenClaw’s core design—gateway‑based orchestration, tool execution, and local‑first workflows—and examine its limitations when scaling toward real‑time, autonomous behavior. From there, we introduce architectural patterns for integrating perception signals and environment feedback, enabling agents to reason and act in continuously changing contexts.

The session then covers key system challenges, including state management, observability, and coordination, along with practical approaches for scaling these systems across distributed environments. We conclude with concrete architectural principles for building robust, perception‑aware agentic systems that combine infrastructure rigor, extensible toolchains, and real‑world responsiveness.

Drone Assembly Workshop

Radio Communications in Wildland Fire Operations

Every firefighter deployed to a wildland fire learns the critical importance of Lookouts, Communications, Escape Routes, and Safety Zones, or LCES, as firefighters call it.  LCES are the four pillars of safe wildland fire operations. Effective radio communications is not just a tool—it is the glue that integrates these four pillars, and the foundational lifeline that separates successful containment from tragedy. Unlike structural firefighting, wildland operations often occur in remote, rugged terrain where cell service is non-existent, and crews are spread across miles of demanding landscape.

The challenging aspects of this environment—intense smoke, roaring fires, extreme heat, and severe topographical interference—place unique demands on communication technology.  Firefighters require robust radio systems, interoperable with multiple agencies, and increasingly augmented by mobile mapping apps.

This presentation will explore the radio systems used to support firefighters and the LCES process in wildland firefighting,

WIE SFV is proud to partner with the California Institute of Advanced Management for this event.

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The Leadership Blueprint is a transformative leadership development experience that brings together renowned keynote speakers and forward-thinking leaders for dynamic, real-world learning. Rooted in Peter Drucker’s Management as a Liberal Art philosophy, the seminar explores leading oneself, leading others, and leading with impact. Attendees will gain actionable insights, meaningful networking opportunities, and receive an official Certificate of Completion from the California Institute of Advanced Management.

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In today’s highly competitive and technology-driven environment, operational excellence is no longer optional—it is a strategic necessity. This webinar explores how Lean Thinking principles enable leaders to drive efficiency, eliminate waste, and build high-performance systems that deliver sustainable results.

Drawing insights from semiconductor manufacturing—one of the most complex and precision-driven industries in the world—this talk highlights how lean methodologies, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement practices can transform operations and leadership effectiveness. Participants will learn how leaders can foster a culture of accountability, streamline processes, and align teams toward operational excellence.

This session is designed for engineering leaders, project managers, and professionals who want to leverage lean thinking to enhance productivity, improve quality, and lead impactful organizational transformation.

IEEE WIE AG Schenectady is going to organize WIE Distinguished Lecture (virtual webinar) on "Human System Engineering Initiatives: From Human Views to Human Readiness Levels" on 5 June 2026, Friday, 12-1 pm EDT. The speaker is Holly A. H. Handley, PhD, PE, the Interim Dean of the Interdisciplinary Schools and a Professor in the Engineering Management and System Engineering Department of Old Dominion University (ODU).

This talk discusses the role of Human System Engineering within the System Engineering discipline. It describes two initiatives that are enabling better integration of humans and systems. The Human Views comprise a system architecture viewpoint that provides a perspective on the human roles, activities, and information flows required by a complex system. The Human Readiness Levels assess the degree to which human-focused requirements are incorporated into design decisions and the readiness of a system to interact with its human operator. Together these two efforts encourage System Engineering for the total system by supporting a comprehensive integration of the human component into the systems engineering effort, which is critical to the design, development, and operation of successful systems. Current standards and applications of both initiatives will be included.

A Panel Discussion by some of the co-editors and authors of Springer Nature Publishing's

Turn an early idea into something real and fundable. In this session, Troy Vosseller from gener8tor, one of the most respected startup accelerators, breaks down how founders move from a concept to a reputable company. You’ll hear what helps inventors gain traction, build a business that can grow, and get in front of investors when it counts. 

EXCOM Meeting for IEEE PES Seattle Officers