IEEE Computer Society Central Indiana Chapter Launches Tech Talk Series

4 November 2026 3 min read هدهد تك | Hudhud Tech

To assist engineers in keeping pace with emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and sustainable infrastructure, the IEEE Computer Society’s Central Indiana Chapter has launched its Tech Talk Series. This initiative aims to provide practical insights into how these technologies can be applied in real-world scenarios.

The live webinar series connects IEEE members, undergraduate and graduate students, and engineering professionals from IEEE Region 4 with industry practitioners. Monthly sessions have addressed topics like AI governance and security, agentic systems, and more, featuring speakers from companies such as Apple, Tavant, and Zscaler.

Details about upcoming sessions and registration can be found on the IEEE Region 4 virtual events calendar.

Technical discussions grounded in engineering

Rather than focusing solely on conceptual discussions of emerging technologies, speakers delve into the design decisions behind specific tools and systems, their structural organization, and the challenges of implementation. They also share lessons learned from their practical experiences.

Each session includes technical walkthroughs and practical examples, allowing attendees to compare their approaches to evaluating and implementing new technologies with those of other organizations.

Extending access through a virtual format

The decision to host the series virtually enables chapter members and other attendees to engage in technical discussions with engineers from major technology companies without the need for travel. This format is particularly beneficial for young professionals, linking classroom learning with workplace realities.

According to the organizers, technical programs like the Tech Talk Series provide professionals and students with access to expertise, foster connections across career levels, and broaden the availability of important engineering discussions.

Participants gain insights into how practitioners approach projects related to system architecture, reliability, security, governance, and product delivery. For seasoned professionals, the talks serve as a platform to explore innovative methods for designing, securing, and operating software systems while comparing technical strategies. They can also pose questions pertinent to the systems being evaluated or deployed within their organizations.

Examining governed AI agents

The most recent webinar, titled “Feeding and Fencing AI Agents: Engineering Governed Agentic Systems on Real-Time Data,” featured Gajendra Babu Thokala, a senior engineering leader at Apple. He explained how teams can transition from merely adding isolated AI features to applications to constructing governed AI-agent systems that utilize real-time business data for complex workflows.

Another recent session, “Building AI Native Products: A Playbook for Agentic Systems,” examined how AI agent-based products differ from traditional software and how these systems assist users in completing multistep tasks. This session was led by IEEE Senior Member Sandeep Shivam, a product and technology leader at Tavant.

These sessions exemplify the series’ goal of helping participants understand the capabilities of technology and the responsibilities that come with its use.

Building a continuing technical program

Future sessions are planned to cover topics such as enterprise AI, software reliability, and responsible AI usage. The chapter intends to invite speakers not only from established technology companies but also from startups, universities, and research organizations.

Upcoming discussions are expected to address cloud platforms, enterprise integrations, and the responsible development of AI systems. Technical programs like the Tech Talk Series continue to provide professionals and students with valuable expertise, fostering connections across various career levels and making essential engineering discussions accessible to a wider audience.