Open-Source AI Collective
Welcome to Seattle's home for open-source AI builders, thinkers, and curious humans.
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Building AI in the Open
We're creating a space for people who care about building AI transparently, collaboratively, and with real community behind it. Whether you're shipping code, designing experiences, or exploring ethical frameworks, there's a place for you here.
Our vision is simple: bring together the brightest minds in Seattle's tech scene to share knowledge, build connections, and push the boundaries of what's possible with open-source AI.
Who We're Looking For
Engineers & Researchers
Building models, training systems, and pushing technical boundaries in machine learning and AI development.
Designers & Product Folks
Crafting user experiences, designing AI interfaces, and thinking about how humans interact with intelligent systems.
Ethicists & Contributors
Ensuring AI development is responsible, equitable, and aligned with human values through open collaboration.
Curious Minds
Anyone genuinely excited about AI's potential and eager to learn, share ideas, and be part of the conversation.
Our Community Values
Openness
We share our work, code, and insights freely. Transparency isn't just a buzzword — it's how we build trust and accelerate innovation together.
Collaboration
Great AI comes from great teamwork. We actively seek diverse perspectives and create space for meaningful partnerships across disciplines and backgrounds.
Curiosity
Questions drive progress. We celebrate experimentation, welcome beginners, and maintain a spirit of continuous learning for everyone involved.
What to Expect at Our Meetups
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Technical Deep Dives
Engineers and researchers share their latest projects, from model architectures to training techniques and deployment strategies.
2
Collaborative Workshops
Hands-on sessions where we build together, experiment with new tools, and tackle real-world AI challenges as a group.
3
Ethics & Design Sessions
Thoughtful discussions about responsible AI development, user experience design, and the societal impact of our work.
4
Open Networking
Casual time to connect with fellow builders, share ideas over coffee, and discover potential collaborators for your next project.
Why Seattle?
Seattle has always been at the forefront of technology innovation. From cloud computing to e-commerce, this city builds the future. Now, we're channeling that same pioneering spirit into open-source AI.
Our location offers unique advantages: proximity to world-class research institutions, a thriving startup ecosystem, established tech giants, and a culture that values both innovation and social responsibility. The Open-Source AI Collective harnesses these strengths to create something special.
Join the Open-Source AI Collective
Whether you're a seasoned AI researcher, a curious designer, an open-source contributor, or someone who just wants to understand what all the excitement is about — there's a seat at our table.
We meet regularly to share knowledge, build together, and shape the future of AI in Seattle. No gatekeeping, no prerequisites — just genuine curiosity and a collaborative spirit. Let's build something amazing together.