Empowering women at UW: Celebrating 10 years of Women in IT

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Join us as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of UW–Madison’s Women in IT (WIT), a group dedicated to improving the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in information technology on campus. Now with more than 450 members, WIT hosts free educational and networking events in collaboration with partners such as ACM’s Women in Computing at UW-Madison (WACM) and the Women in Science & Engineering Leadership Institute (WISELI).

Attendees will:

  • Learn about WIT’s origin and impact over the past decade
  • Gain insights on overcoming challenges faced by women in IT
  • Discover best practices for promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in IT workplaces
  • Understand the importance of mentorship and networking in advancing women’s IT careers
  • Leave inspired to drive positive change in their work units and communities

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Enhancing cloud security: From basics to advanced strategies

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As more data, applications and business components move from on-premises environments to the cloud, it’s crucial to understand and address the unique security challenges that arise. This session provides a concise overview of cloud security, starting from the basics and progressing to advanced topics. Attendees will gain a foundational understanding of cloud security principles and learn how to implement robust security measures in their cloud environments.

Attendees will:

  • Learn the foundational concepts of cloud security, including common threats and best practices for mitigation
  • Discover how to use automation for secure configuration in the cloud
  • Understand the risk assessment process at UW Madison
  • Recognize the importance of establishing security baselines in a cloud environment and learn how to implement them<

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Agile beyond software development: Understanding Agile’s versatility

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Join us for a panel discussion featuring experts who are applying Agile principles in software development and other IT specialties. Expand your perspective on agile methodology and its power to boost productivity and collaboration across diverse disciplines.

Attendees will:

  • Discover the versatility of Agile methodology and its potential to improve workflow and teamwork in various fields
  • Hear about real-world examples of Agile principles applied outside of software development
  • Learn how to separate Agile concepts from their most common context and adapt them to different industries
  • Engage with panelists to gain insights and deepen their understanding of Agile applications

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AI: The cause of—and solution to—all of life’s problems

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This session provides a high-level overview of artificial intelligence (AI), covering its history, concepts and various applications. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the different types of AI, using illustrated examples to demonstrate how these technologies work and explore the potential solutions and challenges associated with the effective implementation of AI. By the end of the session, you will have a clearer understanding of AI, its various types and uses and the successes and challenges you may encounter when implementing AI solutions.

Attendees will:

  • Learn the definitions and types of AI
  • Understand the history, concepts, and paradigms of machine learning (ML)
  • Explore deep learning, artificial neural networks, and generative AI
  • Discover the potential solutions and applications of AI technologies
  • Identify and discuss the challenges and consequences of using AI effectively

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Measure Twice, Cut Once – How to add UX and Accessibility into your Development Process

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Hey developers and content creators! Learn UX and accessibility best practices that you can bake into the beginning of content creation or the development process to prevent the remediation of barriers later on.


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