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The YYC Data Society is Calgary's hub for data science, data engineering, and analytics. We were born from the grassroots communities and composed of people just like you.

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Upcoming Events

9/7/2021
5:15 PM

DAMA Calgary Board Meeting

Why we exist

We create collisions between communities and individuals. We nurture our data ecosystem. We develop the roadmap to navigate the Calgary data landscape

Mentorship and Growth

Foster relationships in a community full of professionals, enthusiasts, and lifelong learners

Unlock trapped Potential

Bridge the technical and social gaps which hinder the adoption of the data-drive organization

Advanced ML/AI Skills

Celebrate and advance the underestimated depth of Albertan data and ML/AI expertise

Share Resources

We are stronger together. We are a collective of communities sharing resources and expertise

12+

Communities

5+

Events per month

4000

individuals

100000+

Possible Connections

The Data
Community
Centre

The YYC Data Society isn't just a group of people. We're a group of communities. Our constituency spans over a dozen groups representing a wide range of peoples and industries

We are all networks

Communities. Directed acyclic graphs. Social networks. Minimum spanning trees. Networks are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Join us and be a node forging connections in the community

Founding partners

Calgary Data User Group
Calgary Data User Group
PyData Calgary
PyData Calgary
Calgary AI
Calgary AI
Data for Good
Data for Good
Untapped Energy
Untapped Energy
Women in Data
Women in Data
ADA
ADA
DAMA Calgary
DAMA Calgary
Calgary R
Calgary R

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join the Society

The YYC Data Society is first and foremost a collection of communities. The best way to get involved is to sign up for our newsletter and attend community events

I want to start a new data community or add my existing community to the YYC Data Society

We're always happy to add new member communities to our ranks! Send an email to info@yycdatacon.com with some information about your current or planned group.

I want to volunteer with the Society

We're currently seeking full stack developers to build internal tooling and a marketing coordinator. If you're interested, email info@yycdatacon.com!

Featured Event

Upcoming Events

Survival Guide to a Successful Datathon Bootcamp

September 18, 2024 12:00 PM
Untapped Energy

Unlock the Secrets to Datathon Success – this bootcamp is for you! Whether you’re a seasoned analyst or a budding data enthusiast, this session is your gateway to turning complex data into compelling solutions for carbon capture, utilization, and storage. Master the art of datathon success as we guide you through essential strategies from initial data exploration to persuasive final presentations. Learn how to: • Understand the challenge and brainstorm innovative solutions with your team that complements each other’s strengths. • Become adept at navigating the vast datasets, ensuring integrity and insightful analysis. • Discover the power of storytelling in data science to convey complex ideas with clarity and influence. This workshop is not just about how to win a Datathon—it’s about fostering skills and gathering knowledge to not only excel in this competition but to also drive meaningful change in the world of environmental technology. **Date:** September 18 **Time:** 12:00 PM MDT (1-hour event) **Instructor:** Tim Chan **Location:** Online Event Join us to gain the skills you need not only to excel in this Datathon but also to make a meaningful impact in environmental technology.

2024 SPE/Untapped Energy - CCUS & Carbon Credits Datathon Opening Ceremony

September 18, 2024 5:00 PM
Untapped Energy

Join us for a night of innovation, networking, and impact as we kick off the 2024 **CCUS & Carbon Credits Datathon**! Be part of this exciting evening filled with **presentations**, great food, and energy industry insights. This event also marks the **start of our monthly Untapped Energy meetups** – a chance to connect with professionals and grow your network every month! Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the **Opening Ceremony** of the Datathon, where big ideas will take shape. **Date:** September 18 **Location:** Calgary Petroleum Club **Time:** 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM **Admission:** $10 (includes food!) Limited spots available, so secure your ticket now!

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The Data Community Center

The YYC Data Society isn't just a group of people. We're a group of communities. Our constituency spans over a dozen groups representing a wide range of peoples and industries

12+

COMMUNITIES

4,000

INDIVIDUALS

5+

eVENTS PER MONTH

100,000+

Possible Connections

We Are All Networks

Communities. Directed acyclic graphs. Social networks. Minimum spaning trees. Networks are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Join us and be a node forging connections in the community

Our Mission

We create collisions between communities and individuals.

We nurture our data ecosystem.

We develop the roadmap to navigate the Calgary data landscape.

Mentorship and Growth

Foster relationships in a community full of professionals, enthusiasts, and lifelong learners

Unlock Trapped Potential

Bridge the technical and social gaps which hinder the adoption of the data-drive organization

Advance ML/AI Skills

Celebrate and advance the underestimated depth of Albertan data and ML/AI expertise

Share Resources

We are stronger together. We are a collective of communities sharing resources and expertise

Founding Partners

The YYC Data Ecosystem

YYC Data Blog

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