Meetup group
Santa Fe/Los Alamos AI Practitioners Meetup
A community for AI and machine-learning practitioners in Santa Fe and Los Alamos.
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About SFCESD
A New Mexico nonprofit in formation, started by people who run local technology communities.
Our mission
The Santa Fe Center for Excellence in Software Development promotes excellence in software development and educates the public of northern New Mexico, of all ages, about emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. Through seminars, talks, hackathons, contests, bootcamps and other hands-on programs, it helps people understand these technologies, use them safely and responsibly, and build strong software development skills.
Why we exist
Artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are changing how we work, learn, and stay connected. For many people, that change feels fast, confusing, or even frightening.
We believe understanding grows from welcoming, hands-on experiences, and that strong software development skills open doors for people of every age. So we bring people together to learn, to ask questions, and to build.
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Clarity
We explain emerging technology in plain language, without jargon.
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Responsibility
We help people use new tools safely, with good judgment and respect for others.
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Craft
We promote excellence in software development: building things well, not just quickly.
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Welcome
Our programs are open to the public, of all ages, across northern New Mexico.
Where we come from
SFCESD grew out of local technology communities organized by our founder, Rip Ryness. Those groups are still the best place to meet us and hear about events.
Meetup group
NM Small Business Technology Meetup Group
For New Mexico entrepreneurs and small business owners using technology to start or improve a business.
Join on Meetup (external site)Board of directors
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Rip Ryness
Founder and board member
Organizes the Santa Fe/Los Alamos AI Practitioners Meetup and the NM Small Business Technology Meetup Group.
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Zander Ryness
Board member
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Dave Gardner
Board member
Organization status
501(c)(3) status pending. SFCESD is being formed as a New Mexico nonprofit, and our federal tax-exempt status has not yet been recognized. We will update this page when that changes.