How teams are using them
Where open-source models like DeepSeek and GLM fit in a product today, with examples from teams running them.
In person, Sydney
Sydney AI Builders Meetup
How startups are using DeepSeek and other open-source AI models
An evening for founders and tech leads already running AI in their product. A short, practical talk on how teams use open-source models like DeepSeek and GLM, and what they really cost once a product is live, then pizza and drinks.
- Thursday 3 December 2026
- 5.30pm to 8.30pm
- Encour, 3 Little Queen St, Chippendale
Request a place
Free to attend. About 30 places, so we review each request and confirm by email.
Thanks, we've got your request
We'll review it and confirm your place by email. Hope to see you in Chippendale.
What we'll cover
90%Revolut's estimate of what its engineers cut from AI coding costs with open models
What they really cost
What to test first, what changes when you switch and what the bill looks like once a product is live.
10 DecNew Privacy Act rules on automated decisions start
Where your data goes
Who can see your prompts, where a model runs, and what the Privacy Act changes mean for products built on AI.
Speakers
Paul leads the talk, with plenty of time for your questions. More speakers to be announced.
The evening
- 5.30pmDoors open, drinks
- 6.00pmTalks and your questions
- 7.00pmWood-fired pizza and drinks
- 8.30pmClose
Encour, 3 Little Queen St, Chippendale. A short walk from Central and Redfern stations. Directions
Questions
Does it cost anything?
No, it is free. Places are limited, so we review each request and confirm your place by email.
Who is it for?
Founders, CTOs and tech leads at teams already running AI in their product, or close to launching it.
Do I need to use open models already?
No. The talk starts from the model you use today and walks through what changes if you move a workload across.
Can I bring a colleague?
Yes. Ask them to request a place too, so we have a spot and a slice for them.
What food is there?
Wood-fired pizza from Calico in Redfern, with beer and wine. Tell us about any dietary needs in the form.
What if I can't make it?
Reply to the reminder email we send before the night, and we will pass your spot to someone on the waitlist.