Swiss{ai}Weeks Hackathon Biel / Bienne

​q30space Hackerspace Biel/Bienne, in collaboration with the City of Biel/Bienne, is proud to present a two-day immersive event as part of the Swiss AI Weeks 2025. This event is designed to demystify AI technology and empower our community with practical, hands-on experience using open-source and locally-run Large Language Models (LLMs).

​Introductory Workshop to Local LLMs
During the event inclusive workshops will take place, focused on making AI accessible to everyone. We will guide participants through the process of installing and interacting with powerful open-source LLMs directly on their own laptops.

​Collaborative Hackathon
With your team, you'll dive into implementation, prototyping, and problem-solving in a creative and low-pressure environment. Whether you’re a workshop attendee or a newcomer with relevant experience, you’ll have the chance to bring your ideas to life. We emphasize collaboration and fun over intense competition, making it the perfect place to explore the potential of local AI.

​Our Mission: Democratize and Inspire
This event is built on a core mission: to democratize access to AI technology and foster a deeper, practical understanding of how it works. By focusing on open-source models that run on personal hardware, we promote privacy, accessibility, and innovation beyond proprietary platforms.

​We invite students, developers, tinkerers, and curious minds from Biel/Bienne and beyond to join us for this unique opportunity to dive into the future of AI.

​Key Details:

• ​Dates: 04-05 October 2025

• ​Location: q30space Hackerspace Biel, Biel/Bienne

• ​Audience: All are welcome! From complete beginners to experienced enthusiasts.

• ​Registration: Pre-registration will be required for the workshop.

​Join us to learn, build, and connect. Let's explore the potential of local AI together.