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SUMMARY:AI in Professional Education
DESCRIPTION:Two industry leaders share hard-won lessons on pivoting to AI — from cannibalizing revenue to building at AWS to writing the book on it.\nMatt Domo is an investor\, advisor\, and author. He serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Space Force Association and as CEO of FifthVantage — an AI consultancy he frames as the non-consulting model. He will share insights from his career in technology\, including his time as part of the founding team at AWS and his perspective on the current AI disruption. His book\, Everybody Wins\, offers guiding principles and actionable AI strategies for everyone. \nLuke Owings is Chief Product Owner at Abilitie — an exceptional experiential learning platform. He will share the story of pivoting to AI in the early days\, cannibalizing their own revenue\, and creating a phenomenal trajectory for growth. He will also share the latest on the Alliance’s partnership with Abilitie. \nThe Austin AI Alliance is an AI consortium dedicated to advancing the capabilities\, usage & impact\, social responsibility\, and inclusiveness of AI technologies and applications by leveraging the unique resources\, talent base\, and culture of creative innovation in Austin. The Austin AI Alliance is welcoming of all companies and organizations and will help to connect professionals from companies (from startups to global technology leaders)\, universities\, government agencies\, professional associations\, non-profits\, and interest groups—and to elevate all of their respective activities as well as creative collaborative opportunities. \nMembers and Public\, all welcome\n\n\n\nNetwork with entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, academics\, students\, innovators\, and subject matter experts building AI in Austin and find future collaborations.\n\n\nAgenda:\n5:30 – 6:00 PM | Check-in and Networking\n6:00 – 7:00 PM | Innovation Spotlights and Reverse Pitches\n7:00 – 8:00 PM | Projects\, Collaboration\, and Networking \n\n\nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, United States\nParking map below. Street parking is free after 6 pm.
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/austin-ai-alliance-monthly-meeting-may/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:AAIA
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SUMMARY:AI in K-12
DESCRIPTION:Who is in your Texas workforce pipeline and what are they learning today? During this spotlight\, you’ll hear from Dr. Suzanne Newell\, Chief Education Strategist for GTS Technology Solutions\, and Laura Browder\, Senior Executive Director of Technology Operations in Austin ISD. Together\, they’ll provide insight into the AI learning landscape in K-12 education – where things are today\, what is needed\, how GTS has been working to support educators\, and how Austin AI Alliance can play a role. \nChalkboards to Chatbots: The Future of K–12 From the outback to the White House\, the conversation about AI in education is already happening—fast and unevenly. This session by Damien Aldridge explores what schools have learned from past disruptions\, what’s happening right now\, and what comes next. \n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n5:30 – 6:00 PM | Check-in and Networking6:00 – 7:00 PM | Innovation Spotlights and Reverse Pitches7:00 – 8:00 PM | Projects\, Collaboration\, and Networking  \n\n\nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, United States. Parking map below. Street parking is free after 6 pm.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nMembers and Public\, all welcome\n\n\n\nNetwork with entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, academics\, students\, innovators\, and subject matter experts building AI in Austin and find future collaborations.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \nThe Austin AI Alliance is an AI consortium dedicated to advancing the capabilities\, usage & impact\, social responsibility\, and inclusiveness of AI technologies and applications by leveraging the unique resources\, talent base\, and culture of creative innovation in Austin. The Austin AI Alliance is welcoming of all companies and organizations and will help to connect professionals from companies (from startups to global technology leaders)\, universities\, government agencies\, professional associations\, non-profits\, and interest groups—and to elevate all of their respective activities as well as creative collaborative opportunities.
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/austin-ai-alliance-monthly-meeting-april/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:AAIA
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SUMMARY:Tech Trends for 2026 (and Beyond!)
DESCRIPTION:Our biggest event of the year is back! Join us on January 6th.\n\n\n**This event will be held in person only. \nOur biggest event of the year is back! \nWhat technologies will truly have the most influence and impact in your companies and organizations\, careers and lives\, and society overall in 2026? As we stand on the cusp of another transformative year\, it’s time to cut through the hype and get to the core of what’s next in AI\, computing\, biotech\, energy\, and more. \nJoin us for the Austin Forum’s flagship annual event\, Tech Trends for 2026 (and Beyond!). Once again\, Austin Forum Executive Director Jay Boisseau will bring leading technologists to the stage to analyze what others are predicting\, provide their own expert insights and rationale\, and debate the most exciting technology opportunities—and risks—of the year ahead. \nAttendees will hear a curated\, high-level perspective on the innovations that will shape our world. The conversation is always fantastic\, and the networking afterward is always stimulating and goes into the night. We hope you can stay to connect with our speakers and fellow attendees! \nPlease note: This is consistently our largest event of the year. Seating is limited and not guaranteed\, so please sign up early. We strongly recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before the 6:15 PM start time to secure your spot. \nAgenda \n​5:15-6:15 p.m. In-person Networking \n6:15-7:30 p.m. Presentation \n7:30-7:45 p.m. Q&A \n​8:00 p.m. Networking \n  \nAttendance Instructions \nIn-person \nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 where you will be checked in at the front. Parking map here! \nIn-person attendees\, please join us from 5:15 to 6:15 for networking and snacks. We look forward to chatting with you face-to-face!
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/tech-trends-for-2026-and-beyond/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Austin AI Alliance Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Austin AI Alliance is an AI consortium dedicated to advancing the capabilities\, usage & impact\, social responsibility\, and inclusiveness of AI technologies and applications by leveraging the unique resources\, talent base\, and culture of creative innovation in Austin. The Austin AI Alliance is welcoming of all companies and organizations and will help to connect professionals from companies (from startups to global technology leaders)\, universities\, government agencies\, professional associations\, non-profits\, and interest groups—and to elevate all of their respective activities as well as creative collaborative opportunities. \nMembers and Public\, all welcome\n\n\n\nNetwork with entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, academics\, students\, innovators\, and subject matter experts building AI in Austin and find future collaborations.\n\n\nAgenda:\n5:30 – 6:00 PM | Check-in and Networking\n6:00 – 7:00 PM | Innovation Spotlights and Reverse Pitches\n7:00 – 8:00 PM | Projects\, Collaboration\, and Networking \nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, United States\nParking map below. Street parking is free after 6 pm.
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/austin-ai-alliance-monthly-meeting-10/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:AAIA
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Connection\, Community\, and Culture in Tech
DESCRIPTION:A conversation with the SXSW visionary on why human gathering is more crucial than ever for innovation\, in-person on Thursday\, October 9th.\n\n\n**This event will be held in person only. \nEvent Summary \nIn an age of remote work\, AI-driven communication\, and digital-first communities\, what is the irreplaceable value of gathering in person? As technology promises to connect us in ever more efficient ways\, we risk losing the serendipitous\, messy\, and profoundly human interactions that fuel true creativity and build lasting culture. \nThe Austin Forum on Technology & Society is thrilled to host Hugh Forrest\, the longtime leader and visionary behind SXSW\, for an intimate and insightful conversation. For decades\, Hugh was the driving force behind one of the world’s most influential gatherings\, masterminding the unique collision of technology\, film\, music\, and culture that put Austin on the global map. Now\, with his new venture\, Gather & Grow\, he continues to explore the power of human connection. \nJoin us as we dive into: \n\nThe “Magic” of SXSW: What are the core lessons learned from building a global hub for creative energy and technological innovation?\nCulture as a Catalyst: How do arts\, culture\, and diverse human experiences shape the development of more humane and beneficial technology?\nThe Future of Gathering: In a post-pandemic\, AI-integrated world\, what is the future of conferences\, communities\, and in-person collaboration? 🤝\nAustin’s Role: How can our city continue to foster a culture that prioritizes human-centric innovation?\n\nThis is more than a talk; it’s a conversation about the fundamental need for connection and how it can steer the future of technology for the betterment of society. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a true Austin legend. 💡 \n \nAgenda \n​5:15-6:15 p.m. In-person Networking \n6:15-7:30 p.m. Presentation \n7:30-7:45 p.m. Q&A \n​8:00 p.m. Networking \n \nAttendance Instructions \nIn-person \nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 where you will be checked in at the front. Parking map here! \nIn-person attendees\, please join us from 5:15 to 6:15 for networking and snacks. We look forward to chatting with you face-to-face!
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/the-importance-of-connection-community-and-culture-in-tech/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:RiverHacks  NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025
DESCRIPTION:​🚀 RiverHacks × NASA Space Apps Challenge\n​ \n​Part of the World’s Largest Global Space & Science Hackathon \n​📍 Austin Community College – Rio Grande Campus (1212 Rio Grande St\, Austin\, TX 78701) \n​🗓 October 4–5\, 2025 \n​ \n​Get ready to explore space\, build with purpose\, and make your mark at RiverHacks × NASA Space Apps Challenge — Austin’s most exciting space & science hackathon for students\, storytellers\, and future explorers. \n​Whether you’re a College Student\, K–12 student\, an educator\, an engineer\, or a dreamer\, this two-day in-person experience connects curious minds from across Central Texas to solve real-world problems using open NASA data. \n​ \n​🛰 Dual-Track Hackathon Experience \n​At RiverHacks\, you’ll choose how you want to compete. We offer a dual-track format that lets you aim for global impact or explore local creativity: \n​ \n​🚀 Official NASA Space Apps Global Challenge Track \n​ \n​🗓 Releasing August 21 \n​Take on one of 19 official NASA Space Apps global challenges\, using real open data from NASA and its space agency partners. \n​ \n​🌌 RiverHacks Challenge Tracks \n​Six original\, locally-developed tracks exploring life in space from all angles — wellness\, design\, coordination\, ai and more. \n​These tracks do not require NASA datasets\, making them perfect for creative\, interdisciplinary\, or beginner-friendly teams. \n​ \n​🧠 RiverHacks 2025 Challenge Tracks (More TBA) \n​Mind of the Astronaut – Mental health & team dynamics\, nutrition\, rest & daily routines \n​On-Ship Ecosystem –  Software to monitor\, optimize\, or simulate water\, waste\, and food systems in space \n​AI for Space – AI-powered solutions to coordinate missions or unlock new space exploration capabilities \n​[ TRACK REVEALED ON AUGUST 21st] \n​[ TRACK REVEALED ON HACKATHON DAY ] \n​[ TRACK REVEALED ON HACKATHON DAY ] \n​🎯 The 4th Challenge will be set in stone by August 21st: The same day NASA Space Apps reveals their 19 tracks… \n​ \n​🏆 RiverHacks Awards (More TBA) \n​Projects will be judged across categories like: \n​🛡️ Health & Resilience / Living Well in Space \n​🌿 Regenerative Design \n​💡 The Groundbreaker (Most Original Idea) \n​🚀 Mission-Ready (Best MVP) \n​🧠 Next Frontier in AI \n​ \n​ \n​🗓 Key Dates \n​Team Formation & NASA Track Reveal → August 21\, 2025 \n​Event Begins → October 4 @ 9:00 AM CST \n​Submissions Close → October 5 @ 1:00 PM CST \n​NASA Challenge Statements & Datasets Released → September 16 \n​ \n​ \n​🎁 What to Expect \n​Solve official NASA challenges or build from bold\, original RiverHacks tracks \n​Work with real open datasets \n​Free meals\, snacks\, swag\, and mentorship \n​Diverse teams\, no experience required \n​Prizes\, recognition\, and global visibility \n​ \n​ \n​🤝 Sponsors & Community \n​RiverHacks is proudly working with renown organizations: \n​SWIFT \n​Girlstart \n​Impact Forward Club \n​ \n​ \n​(More sponsors to be announced soon…) \n​ \n​👀 Want to sponsor RiverHacks? \n​Click here or email us at stefano.casafrancalaos@austincc.edu \n​Join the mission. Think big. Build bold. \n​ \n​👉 Register now to secure your spot here: https://lu.ma/wudwutav
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/riverhacks-nasa-space-apps-challenge-2025/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:ACM Austin Sept Tech Talks
DESCRIPTION:ACM Austin September Tech Talks: AI NPCs & Secure Container Technologies\n\n\nJoin ACM Austin for an evening of cutting-edge insights at the intersection of game AI and container security. Connect with Austin’s tech community while learning from two expert speakers pushing the boundaries of AI and secure software engineering. \n### What’s Included \n\nFree food & drinks (sponsored)\nTwo expert technical talks\nLive demos & practical takeaways\nNetworking with Austin’s tech community\nInteractive Q&A with the speakers\n\n### Event Details \nLocation: CGCS – ACC Rio Grande Campus\, Building 3000\n1218 West Ave Bldg #3000\, Austin\, TX 78701 \nParking: Free at ACC Rio Grande Parking Garage\n824 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX 78701 (open until 10:00 PM\, no permits required) \n\nTime: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (including networking) \n*** \n### Featured Speakers \nFarhan Shahnewaz\nDesigning Intelligent NPCs – From Game Worlds to Real-World AI Applications \n\nCloud-based AI architectures for scalable NPCs\nReal-time interaction models with LLMs and multimodal AI\nCross-industry use cases: training\, education\, e-commerce\nFrom prototype to production: lessons learned\n\nPragya Keshap\nRunning Docker in a Lockbox: Using Intel SGX and AMD SEV for Secure Containers \n\nWhy Docker abstracts software but not hardware\nLive demos of container pitfalls across hardware\nBinary inspection for hidden dependencies\nStrategies: baseline builds\, multi-arch testing\, driver alignment\nActionable checklist for reliable deployments\n\n*** \nWho Should Attend\n\nSoftware engineers working with AI/ML\nDevOps and platform engineers\nSecurity-focused developers\nAnyone exploring advanced AI or secure containers\nTech professionals eager to learn and network\n\nSponsor for food & drinks: Thank you\, Siddhant Sharma\nTechnoventions LLC is a STEM Research & Development services platform dedicated to accelerating technology inventions. With an integrated focus on education and protecting Intellectual Property (IP) rights\, Technoventions partners with academic and industry professionals to transform ideas into protected inventions. The company provides strategic guidance on the patenting process while also supporting research publications\, proof-of-concept prototyping\, and developing integrated hardware–software solutions on patented technologies. Actively growing and engaged in more than a dozen projects\, Technoventions bridges the gap between research and commercialization\, empowering innovators to bring impactful technologies to life. \nLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technoventions-llc/ \n### Important Notes \n\nRSVP required (helps us plan food & drinks)\nBring business cards for networking\nPerfect for both seasoned engineers and newcomers\n\n*** \n### Want to Speak at ACM Austin? \nWe’re always looking for passionate technologists! Submit your proposal here:\n👉 https://sessionize.com/austin-acm-meetup/ \nACM Austin welcomes technologists of all backgrounds and experience levels. Come learn\, connect\, and be part of Austin’s vibrant tech community.
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/acm-austin-sept-tech-talks/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Code In Flux: Navigating the New Era of Software Development
DESCRIPTION:The world of software is in a constant state of evolution\, but the pace and nature of change in 2025 represent a fundamental inflection point. The rise of artificial intelligence\, a maturing cloud-native ecosystem\, and a new generation of programming languages are reshaping not just how we build software\, but who builds it and what is possible. \nJoin the Austin Forum on Technology & Society for a forward-looking presentation on the state of software in 2025. This event will dissect the key trends\, opportunities\, and challenges facing the developer community and our local tech industry. \nWe’ll explore: \nThe Shifting Landscape of Languages: Which programming languages are experiencing the fastest growth and why? We’ll discuss the continued dominance of Python in the age of AI\, the rise of performance-oriented languages like Rust and Go\, and the evolving role of mainstays like JavaScript and C++. \nThe Revolution in Developer Tools: From AI-powered code completion and conversational coding assistants to sophisticated cloud-native development environments and the emergence of “agentic” development\, we’ll examine the tools that are augmenting developer capabilities and supercharging productivity. \nThe Symbiotic Relationship Between AI and Coding: How is artificial intelligence fundamentally altering the craft of software development? We will discuss the impact of AI on everything from code generation and debugging to automated testing and deployment\, and what it means for code quality\, security\, and innovation at startups and tech giants alike. \nThe Future of the Developer: What kinds of developer roles will be most in-demand in the next one and five years? We’ll discuss the evolving skillset required to thrive in this new era\, the future of specialization versus generalist roles\, and the long-term outlook for the software engineering profession. \nWhether you’re a seasoned developer\, a tech leader navigating these changes\, or simply curious about the future of how our digital world is built\, this is a presentation you won’t want to miss. Come and engage with Austin’s top minds as we chart the course of software’s next chapter. \nSPEAKER \nTony Llongueras is a product engineer and founder who’s launched products across AI\, spatial computing\, blockchain\, and health-tech. From surgery simulators and a weekly VR conference in VR\, to an on-chain composable experience system and group AI assistants\, his work turns emerging tech into human-centered experiences. His current focus is on AI-driven data enrichment and “agentifying” interfaces —and he’s especially interested in how AI is reshaping not just the products we build\, but the teams and systems that build them.
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/code-in-flux-navigating-the-new-era-of-software-development-2/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Code in Flux: Navigating the New Era of Software Development
DESCRIPTION:Event Summary \nThe world of software is in a constant state of evolution\, but the pace and nature of change in 2025 represent a fundamental inflection point. The rise of artificial intelligence\, a maturing cloud-native ecosystem\, and a new generation of programming languages are reshaping not just how we build software\, but who builds it and what is possible. \nJoin the Austin Forum on Technology & Society for a forward-looking presentation on the state of software in 2025. This event will dissect the key trends\, opportunities\, and challenges facing the developer community and our local tech industry. \nWe’ll explore:\n– The Shifting Landscape of Languages: Which programming languages are experiencing the fastest growth and why? We’ll discuss the continued dominance of Python in the age of AI\, the rise of performance-oriented languages like Rust and Go\, and the evolving role of mainstays like JavaScript and C++.\n– The Revolution in Developer Tools: From AI-powered code completion and conversational coding assistants to sophisticated cloud-native development environments and the emergence of “agentic” development\, we’ll examine the tools that are augmenting developer capabilities and supercharging productivity.\n– The Symbiotic Relationship Between AI and Coding: How is artificial intelligence fundamentally altering the craft of software development? We will discuss the impact of AI on everything from code generation and debugging to automated testing and deployment\, and what it means for code quality\, security\, and innovation at startups and tech giants alike.\n– The Future of the Developer: What kinds of developer roles will be most in-demand in the next one and five years? We’ll discuss the evolving skillset required to thrive in this new era\, the future of specialization versus generalist roles\, and the long-term outlook for the software engineering profession. \nWhether you’re a seasoned developer\, a tech leader navigating these changes\, or simply curious about the future of how our digital world is built\, this is a presentation you won’t want to miss. Come and engage with Austin’s top minds as we chart the course of software’s next chapter. \nAgenda \n​5:15-6:15 p.m. In-person Networking\n6:15-7:30 p.m. Presentation\n7:30-7:45 p.m. Q&A\n​8:00 p.m. Networking \nAttendance Instructions \nIn-person\nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 where you will be checked in at the front. Parking map here! \nIn-person attendees\, please join us from 5:15 to 6:15 for networking and snacks. We look forward to chatting with you face-to-face!
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/code-in-flux-navigating-the-new-era-of-software-development/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Monthly Austin AI Alliance Meeting  – International Birthday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, United States\n\n\nThe Austin AI Alliance is an AI consortium dedicated to advancing the capabilities\, usage & impact\, social responsibility\, and inclusiveness of AI technologies and applications by leveraging the unique resources\, talent base\, and culture of creative innovation in Austin. The Austin AI Alliance is welcoming of all companies and organizations and will help to connect professionals from companies (from startups to global technology leaders)\, universities\, government agencies\, professional associations\, non-profits\, and interest groups—and to elevate all of their respective activities as well as creative collaborative opportunities. \n \n \nMembers and Public\, all welcome! \nCome hangout with the rockstars of AI in Austin. This month we will feature a panel of international members discussing the opportunities and challenges in the Austin AI scene. The Alliance will be celebrating its first birthday. Please join us for a great discussion and fun evening. Fell free to wear any attire paying homage to one of your favorite rockstars. \n \n \n5:30 – 6:00 PM | Check-in\, Thundercloud sandwiches\, and Networking \n6:00 – 7:00 PM | International Spotlights or Panel Discussion\, Q&A and Reverse Pitches \n7:00 – 8:00 PM | Projects\, Collaboration\, and Networking \n \n \nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, United States \nParking map below. Street parking is free after 6 pm.
URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/monthly-austin-ai-alliance-meeting-international-birthday-party/
LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:AAIA
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