The South Florida AI Events, Communities, and Resources Guide

The South Florida AI Ecosystem Is Growing Fast

A year ago, finding AI-focused events and communities in South Florida required serious digging. That has changed dramatically. The region now has multiple active organizations, regular events, educational programs, and a growing network of professionals who are building with AI. This guide is our attempt to map that ecosystem — not just our own events, but the broader landscape of opportunities available to anyone in the region.

We will keep this guide updated as new organizations and events emerge. If you know of a resource that should be included, let us know — this is a community resource, not a promotional piece.

Community Organizations

South Florida AI is the region's practical AI community, hosting workshops, meetups, and educational events focused on real-world AI application. Events are held throughout Palm Beach County and the tri-county area. Our focus is on making AI accessible to everyone — not just technical audiences.

The Palm Beach Tech Association supports the broader technology ecosystem in Palm Beach County with networking events, educational programs, and advocacy for the tech community. The Miami AI and Machine Learning Meetup Group is one of the longest-running AI-focused groups in the region, with regular presentations and networking events. Tech Hub South Florida and similar organizations connect technologists across the tri-county area.

Educational Programs and Institutions

Florida Atlantic University has emerged as a leader in AI education in the region, with programs spanning computer science, business, and healthcare. Their College of Business integrates AI into multiple degree programs and offers executive education courses. The university's research centers are also contributing to AI innovation.

CodeTeachers, our youth and beginner learning initiative, offers hands-on programs for students, teens, and beginners who want to learn AI and coding fundamentals. The emphasis is on project-based learning in a supportive, encouraging environment. Local libraries, particularly those in the Palm Beach County system, offer free technology workshops that increasingly include AI topics. Community colleges including Palm Beach State College are adding AI-related courses to their continuing education catalogs.

Regular Events and Meetups

South Florida AI hosts monthly workshops and quarterly larger events. Our workshops are hands-on and practical — attendees leave with skills and workflows they can use immediately. Check our events page for the current schedule.

Throughout the tri-county area, you can find AI-related events at coworking spaces, libraries, chambers of commerce, and university campuses. Platforms like Meetup.com and Eventbrite are useful for discovering events, though we recommend checking the specific organizations listed in this guide for the most reliable and high-quality programming. Several local conferences — including South Florida Tech Fest and Palm Beach Tech's annual events — now feature AI-focused tracks and sessions.

Business and Professional Resources

For businesses looking to implement AI, Waymaker serves as South Florida AI's recommended implementation partner, offering consulting, integration support, and strategic guidance for organizations at any stage of AI adoption. Many local consulting firms and agencies have also added AI capabilities to their service offerings.

Local chambers of commerce — including the Greater West Palm Beach Chamber and chambers throughout the tri-county area — are increasingly hosting AI-focused programming for their business members. If you are a chamber member, ask about upcoming technology and AI events.

SCORE and the Small Business Development Center at FAU offer free mentoring and workshops that increasingly address AI adoption for small businesses. These are excellent resources for business owners who want one-on-one guidance.

Online and Hybrid Resources

While the focus of this guide is local, many valuable AI learning resources are available online. Coursera, edX, and Google's AI courses offer structured learning paths. YouTube channels like AI Explained and Two Minute Papers make complex topics accessible. Newsletters like The Batch (from Andrew Ng) and Ben's Bites curate AI news and developments.

South Florida AI publishes guides, blog posts, and resource recommendations designed specifically for our local audience — addressing the industries, opportunities, and challenges most relevant to people in our region. Follow us on social media or join our mailing list to stay updated.

For Students and Young People

Beyond CodeTeachers, students in South Florida have access to multiple programs. FAU's AI programs accept undergraduate students. Many high schools in Palm Beach County are offering coding and technology electives that touch on AI concepts. National programs like AI4ALL offer summer camps and online learning for high school students.

For parents looking to support their children's interest in AI, the combination of local programs (CodeTeachers, library workshops, school electives) and online resources (Khan Academy, Code.org, Scratch) provides a comprehensive learning path that can start as early as elementary school.

How to Get Involved

The single best way to engage with the South Florida AI ecosystem is to show up. Attend an event. Introduce yourself. Ask questions. The people in this community are overwhelmingly welcoming and generous with their knowledge and time.

If you want to contribute — as a speaker, a mentor, a sponsor, or a partner — reach out to any of the organizations listed above. The ecosystem grows stronger with every new voice and perspective. And if you want a single starting point, our events page has our upcoming schedule. We would love to see you there.