

Ikigai AI - Day 3: How to automate manual work with n8n + VAPI + ElevenLabs. (Modern Workflow Automation + Voice Agents)
n8n + VAPI + Elevenlabs Workshop Schedule (Wednesdays)
1 Day out of 5-Day Intensive In-Person AI & Cybersecurity Workshop in SF Mission (Wed / 9am - 5pm)
Workshop Overview
THIS EVENT IS FOR WEDNESDAY ONLY (Day 3 out of 5). Full Workshop available on Ai Start Academy Calendar: https://luma.com/ytp3f6m7
Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (with 2-hour lunch break from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM).
Instructor: Kheir Lazaref
Founder & CEO @ Ai Automation Agency - automation expert specializing in n8n workflow orchestration and AI agent development. Kheir builds production-grade automation systems that connect AI models to real business processes, enabling teams to scale without hiring.
Morning Session (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): N8n Fundamentals
Introduction to n8n workflow automation
Understanding nodes, triggers, and connections
AI agent architecture in n8n
Integrating LLMs (Claude, GPT-4, Gemini)
Tool calling and function execution: (example of Web search integration (Tavily API)
Hands-on setup of a Voice Interface in VAPI
Working with VAPI API for voice agent <> n8n communication for data retrieval
Creating a RAG out of company data: chunking, embedding, database storage, retrieving information
Feeding to a chat interface and / or voice agent.
RAG - Comparison of LLM chains for chatbot with Retrieval Augmented Generation (knowledgebase).
Error handling and workflow optimization
The above workshop will give you hands-on experience of creating a fully functional RAG-powered (trained on your company technical documentation) open source system built within 3 hours on a no-code / low-code AI Workflow Automation Platform (n8n.io) It can further be and API connected services like VAPI and Tavily.
LUNCH Break (12 PM - 2 PM)
Afternoon Session (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Building JARVIS Agent
Deploy your personal JARVIS: ElevenLabs + n8n.io
Create a multi-agent workflow that connects Google Calendar, Gmail,
Content Generation Sub-Workflow (scanning for new articles and writing a short post for linkedin out of it)
Tvillio integration
Email automation workflow
Calendar integration and scheduling
In this Workshop you will build upon the Morning session project towards implementing more production ready workflows using n8n, ElevenLabs and Google Suite.
Evening Activity: Vipassana Group Meditation Session
Who We Are
We are a team of top AI & cybersecurity experts from the Bay Area with deep experience in automation, security research, and production AI systems. Our instructors come with years of experience bringing real-world expertise from building systems that operate at scale without security incidents.
Target Audience
CxO level
Tech professionals and developers
Startup founders
Security engineers and analysts
DevSecOps professionals
Digital marketers and content creators
QA Engineers
Anyone looking to master PRACTICAL AI tools for business automation
Prerequisites
Level: Beginners OK. Tech Savvy OK.
Required:
Laptop with at least 16 GB RAM
Comfortable with installing software, using CLI, using git, writing/reading code, having fun and enjoying cookies with tea;
Slight fear that you aren’t caught up;
Willingness to learn and experiment.
What You'll Learn
At this workshop, you'll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge, practical yet, no-code low-code AI Workflow Automation tools, voice agent integration and content creation platforms
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An immersive 5-day intensive workshop combining AI fundamentals, security best practices, automation tools, and content creation. This hands-on program takes you from understanding AI basics to building secure AI assistants, mastering automation with n8n, learning penetration testing, and creating AI-powered content with digital avatars. Perfect for tech professionals, tech founders, QA and security practitioners looking to master AI for personal and business use, learn the latest cybersecurity tactics in a comprehensive, practical setting.
Scholarship Opportunities:
We offer 2 full scholarship spots per workshop. To apply please write an email to [email protected] describing why you qualify.
What's Included
6 hours of expert instruction and hands-on training
Comprehensive workshop materials and documentation
Access to all tools and platforms used during training
Pre-configured lab environments
Template libraries and code examples
60-day post-workshop support and Q&A access
Certificate of completion
Lifetime access to private skool.com community
Facilities & Location
Cozy learning space in San Francisco
Evening social activities and networking
Unlimited free hot tea, coffee, and healthy snacks
Garden area for meditation and relaxation
Public Transportation:
BART - 16th Street Station (5-minute walk)
Parking:
Street parking available. University parking on 15th Street towards USF.
REFUND POLICY: Full refund for any reason.