AI BUILDERS
Build. Learn. Share.
Artificial Intelligence is already transforming the way we build software, analyze information, and solve complex problems. But beyond the headlines and the constant stream of new tools, there is one question that matters most:
How can we use AI effectively in our day-to-day work?
AI Builders is a event series designed for technical professionals who want to explore, learn, and share real-world experiences with AI. Whether you're already using AI-powered tools or just beginning your journey, this is a place to connect with like-minded builders, exchange ideas, and discover practical ways to bring AI into your workflow.
Each edition brings together practitioners, innovators, and technology enthusiasts to discuss emerging trends, practical use cases, and lessons learned from applying AI in real projects.
What to Expect
✅ Practical insights from professionals actively working with AI.
✅ Real-world use cases and implementation stories.
✅ Discussions on AI-powered productivity, software engineering, and automation.
✅ Perspectives on emerging tools, agents, copilots, and AI ecosystems.
✅ Meaningful conversations with fellow engineers and technology leaders.
✅ Opportunities to expand your network within the local tech community.
Speakers
Andrei Jigoreanu — Engineering Manager at Cognizant
Alin Epure – Architect at Cognizant
Bob Chebac — AI Deployment Strategist at Bonsai Labs
Irina Butnaru — Business Transformation Strategist
Format
6:00 PM – Welcome & Registration - Meet fellow attendees, grab a refreshment, and start the evening with informal networking.
6:20 PM – Opening Remarks - Introduction to the event, the evening's theme, and our guest speakers.
6:30 PM – Panel Discussion - An interactive conversation featuring industry experts sharing their experiences, challenges, successes, and perspectives on adopting AI in software engineering and beyond.
7:30 PM – Q&A Session - Ask your questions and join the discussion with our panelists.
7:45 PM – Networking & Refreshments - Continue the conversations, exchange ideas, and connect with peers from across the technology community.
8:30 PM – Event Close - Wrap-up and farewell until the next edition.
Who Should Attend?
Software Engineers
Technical Leads
Solution Architects
DevOps Engineers
QA-Engineers
Engineering Managers
Product Builders
Startup Founders
Technology Enthusiasts
Anyone interested in understanding how AI can create tangible value in their daily work
Our Philosophy
AI Builders is not about hype. It's not about predicting the future or chasing the latest buzzword. It's about practical learning, experimentation, and knowledge sharing among professionals who are actively building and solving real problems.
We believe the most valuable conversations around AI happen when people openly share what worked, what didn't, and what they learned along the way.
Every event is designed around a simple idea: Leave with at least one insight, one connection, and one practical idea you can apply tomorrow.
About the Hosts
Cognizant is hosting this event to support practical knowledge-sharing and stronger connections across the local technology community. As an AI builder company, we engineer that context into full-stack, custom agentic solutions and platform-enabled services that can scale across your business.
Co-organized Dan Popescu, Co-founder at Fondatori din viitor.
AI Builders is an official How to Web side event. How to Web, Eastern Europe’s leading startup and technology conference, takes place in Bucharest from October 6–8, 2026.