Only Devs #127: Rust vs JS ML + Tech Lead via AI?

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## Only Devs #127: Rust vs JS ML + Tech Lead via AI? **Join us for the 127th meetup of [Only Devs Bangkok](https://www.meetup.com/only_devs_bangkok/), formerly ThaiPy, on Thursday, Aug 20, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM ICT.** We've broadened our focus beyond Python because the developer's role is evolving—come keep up with the latest across languages and tech. ### What to Expect - **Talk 1: "Congratulation, AI Just Made You a Tech Lead"** with Kirit Sælensminde (Biggest Lab), a veteran tech leader, on the surprising parallels between being a tech lead and managing AI agents. - **Talk 2: "Rust vs. JS for browser ML"** with Caspar M. Goeke (Labvanced), sharing his company's experience running browser-based experiments with machine learning. - **Special Sponsor Spotlight:** MIT Hacking Medicine will present "Siriraj x MIT Hacking Medicine 2026," a hackathon exploring healthcare solutions, hosted with Siriraj Hospital and MIT. [Click here](https://sirirajxmithackmed.com/2026-hackathon) for more info (registration deadline extended for our community). ### Event Schedule - **18:30** – Doors open, mingle at the Royal Oak (4th floor), Suk 33/1 (BTS Phrom Phrong). - **19:00** – Two short talks (20-30 min each). - **20:00** – Lightning talks (anyone can sign up, 5 min max per talk). - **20:30** – Optional networking and socializing. ### Who Should Attend? This free event is open to everyone—from beginners to advanced devs, data scientists, and the tech-curious. Snacks and soft drinks provided by MIT Hacking Medicine. **Interested in speaking or sponsoring?** Contact organizers via [LINE](https://lin.ee/y01pvKl) or at the event. **[RSVP on Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/only_devs_bangkok/events/315873065)** – See you there!