AI Workshop: Getting Started with OpenClaw

In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll take your first step into the agentic era by building and deploying your very own OpenClaw AI agent from scratch. This session is designed to take you step-by-step through the process of building an agent that identifies contacts that you should reach out to based on criteria that you specify. No prior experience with OpenClaw or Agent frameworks is required—just basic familiarity with development concepts and a desire to build.
What You’ll Do:

1. Understand What Makes an Agent
2. Install OpenClaw
3. Build & Deploy Your First OpenClaw Agent
4. Intro to Cognee
   TechEquity AI invites you to an afternoon of applied AI learning and hands-on building at Snowflake's Silicon Valley AI Hub (SVAI) in Menlo Park, CA.
   This session is part of the TechEquity Ai Monthly Forum Series, combining strategic insights and real-world use cases from industry leaders, alongside technical workshops and live demonstrations.

Speakers
Dave Nielsen — Head of DevRel @Cognee AI. Head of Events @AI Alliance
What to Expect

Program details are subject to change.
1:00–1:30 PM | Registration
Check in. Get your laptop setup.
1:30–4:45 PM | AI Agent Workshop
4:45–5:00 PM | Networking
Grab a drink, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow attendees after the workshop.
Who Should Attend
Developers and engineers exploring OpenClaw and agent-based systems
Startup founders building AI-powered products
Students and career-transition professionals looking to deepen hands-on AI experience
Anyone interested in practical approaches to modern AI development
Important Details
Format: In-person; hands-on workshops
What to Bring: Please bring a laptop for workshops
Code of Conduct: This event follows TechEquity Ai’s community code of conduct to ensure a respectful, inclusive environment for all participants
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in getting involved? We welcome sponsors and exhibitors to take part through speaking opportunities, workshops, live demos, exhibits, and other formats
Event Info
🎟️ Registration: RSVP required (limited capacity)
🍽️🪑 F&B and Seating: Limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis
🏢 Venue: NOVAworks, located in Sunnyvale City Hall
📍 Address: 456 W Olive Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🚗Parking: Self-park in the garage next to the building

TechEquity Ai is a nonprofit organization dedicated to democratizing access to artificial intelligence (AI) knowledge and applications.
Our flagship initiative is the TechEquity Ai Summit, a series of high-impact events designed to foster innovation, broad participation, and education in AI. In addition to the Summit, TechEquity Ai hosts a Monthly Forum Series to keep the community engaged year-round through ongoing learning, networking, and hands-on exploration of emerging AI tools and ideas.
Across our programs, we bring together builders, leaders, and learners through keynotes, panels, fireside chats, hands-on workshops, and interactive demos.
To learn more about TechEquity Ai and our programs, visit techequity-ai.org or reach out to us at info@techequity-ai.org.