Join us as we look at the value of the RITTech registration.
Agenda
6:00pm - Arrival/Networking
6:20pm - Welcome & Hybrid Meeting Start
6:30pm - Navigating AI Ethics: My RITTech Journey – Shropshire Branch
7:15pm - My RITTech Journey – Stoke-on-Trent & Staffordshire Branch
7:30pm - Achieving RITTech registration
8:00pm - Questions and answers
8:20pm - Chairs closing remarks
8:30pm - Local branch breakout & discussion
9:00pm - Event Ends
This is a co-located event
Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire branch:
The Creative Lab
First Floor of Mellor Building
Staffordshire University
College Road
Stoke-on-Trent
ST4 2DE
Shropshire branch:
Origins Restaurant
Shrewsbury College
London Road
Shrewsbury
SY2 6PR
When you register, you will be able to select a ticket for your venue or online attendance choice.
Synopsis
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we build technology, but the principles of professional best practice remain as vital as ever. In this talk, we’ll share how the RITTech-accredited apprenticeship gave the foundations to thrive in an AI-driven world - combining technical expertise with ethical responsibility.
We’ll explore why traditional software development disciplines are essential in an era of machine learning and automation. These practices will be connected to Microsoft’s Responsible AI principles and BCS ethical frameworks, showing how they complement modern AI development and help prevent bias, protect data, and keep humans in the loop.
The message is clear: RITTech and foundational best practices aren’t relics - they’re the compass guiding us through an ever-evolving landscape of AI.
About the speakers
Jared Cowan is a software developer specialising in .NET, based in Shrewsbury. He began his career through a Level 4 Software Development apprenticeship with BCS, earning RITTech accreditation upon completion. With four years of experience and an Azure AI Engineer certification, Jared focuses on building reliable and efficient solutions, continuously developing his skills.
Craig Hannon
Our events are for adults aged 16 years and over.
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This event is brought to you by: Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire branch and Shropshire branch
