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5 Ways to Get Kickstarted with Databricks at AWS re:Invent

by Emily Hart and Sarah Jack

  • Book a meeting for tailored insights with a Databricks expert in the Venetian Grand Lux.
  • Learn how to accelerate data and AI innovation at our booth 1820.
  • Get started with data intelligence in seconds using Databricks express setup and win a pair of custom sneakers.

Databricks is turning up the heat at AWS re:Invent 2024, and we’re bringing more than just data and AI solutions to the table. From hands-on demos and inspiring sessions to networking events — and the chance to win a pair of custom sneakers — here are five reasons to make our booth a must-visit this year.

1. Learn how to accelerate data and AI innovation at booth 1820

Stop by the Databricks booth to explore the latest in data and AI innovation. Our experts will be there to walk you through our Data + AI Platform and discuss how Databricks can accelerate your data journey. At the demo stations, you’ll see powerful, hands-on examples of:

  • Data Warehousing and BI for rapid insights
  • Generative AI to deploy high-quality AI applications
  • Unified Governance to streamline data compliance

Come by booth 1820 for a comprehensive look at how Databricks on AWS can help you bring AI to the world.

2. Book a meeting for tailored insights

If you’re ready to discuss specific data challenges or projects, book a meeting with a Databricks expert in the Venetian Grand Lux. This one-on-one time is a valuable chance to dive deeper into how Databricks can help achieve your organization’s data and AI goals on AWS.

Request a meeting with us to get personalized guidance from our team.

3. Get started with data intelligence in seconds

See how quick and easy it can be to set up a workspace with Databricks express setup. This hands-on experience will show you how easy it is to deploy Databricks on AWS, letting you focus on insights, not setup.

And here’s the bonus: by launching your workspace and trying it out, you’ll have a chance to win a pair of custom kicks! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to make your data journey faster and win exclusive swag.

4. Attend sessions on how Mastercard is transforming data and AI

Mastercard recently launched an AI-powered digital assistant built on Databricks to help customer service agents navigate complex product documentation, a project that went from concept to deployment in record time.

In these sessions, Mastercard will share insights into their journey and demonstrate how they maintain robust data governance with Databricks:

  • Session AIM256-S: “Unified and Open Governance for Data and AI with Mastercard”
    Monday, 4:00–5:00pm PT, Wynn - Bollinger
  • Session AIM257-S: “Build and Deploy Production-Quality Generative AI Apps”
    Wednesday, 4:00–5:00pm PT, Venetian - Murano 3304

Learn how Mastercard’s approach to AI is transforming customer service, increasing productivity, and setting a new standard for enterprise. 

5. Network at exclusive Databricks events at the Venetian Grand Lux

re:Invent is about connections as much as it’s about learning, and Databricks has organized events that offer both. Join us at our exclusive parties and happy hours to meet other professionals, share insights, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere.

  • Databricks re:Mix Party with NVIDIA — December 3, 6:00–10:00pm PT, at the Venetian Grand Lux Café (Register here)
  • Communications, Media, and Entertainment Industry Happy Hour — Join us December 2, 6:00-8:00 PM for a laid-back networking event (Register here)
  • Tech Innovator Happy Hour — A gathering for tech leaders on December 4, 6:00-8:00 PM (Register here)

These events provide the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and dive deeper into data and AI conversations.

How to engage with Databricks at AWS re:Invent

AWS re:Invent 2024 is filled with opportunities to expand your data and AI knowledge. Whether you’re there for demos, sessions, networking, or just the swag, Databricks has you covered.

Check out our event page for additional details and to plan your experience with Databricks. We look forward to seeing you.


Frequently asked questions

Where is the Databricks booth at AWS re:Invent 2024?

The Databricks booth is located at Booth 1820, where experts will walk attendees through the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform and how it works on AWS. The booth features hands-on demo stations covering data warehousing and BI for rapid insights, generative AI for deploying high-quality AI applications, and unified governance for streamlining data compliance.

How do I book a one-on-one meeting with a Databricks expert?

You can book a one-on-one meeting with a Databricks expert in the Venetian Grand Lux to discuss specific data challenges or projects. These sessions are designed to give personalized guidance on how Databricks can help achieve your organization's data and AI goals on AWS.

What is Databricks express setup and how can I try it?

Databricks express setup is a hands-on experience at re:Invent that shows how quickly you can deploy a Databricks workspace on AWS, so you can focus on insights rather than configuration. Attendees who launch a workspace and try it out during the event also get a chance to win a pair of custom sneakers as exclusive swag.

What will Mastercard share in its re:Invent sessions with Databricks?

Mastercard will discuss how it built an AI-powered digital assistant on Databricks to help customer service agents navigate complex product documentation, a project that moved from concept to deployment in record time. The company will cover this journey across two sessions: AIM256-S, "Unified and Open Governance for Data and AI with Mastercard", Monday from 4:00-5:00pm PT at Wynn - Bollinger, and AIM257-S, "Build and Deploy Production-Quality Generative AI Apps", Wednesday from 4:00-5:00pm PT at Venetian - Murano 3304. Together the sessions show how Mastercard maintains robust data governance while scaling generative AI.

What networking events is Databricks hosting during re:Invent?

Databricks is hosting three networking events at the Venetian Grand Lux Café and nearby venues for attendees to connect between sessions. These include the Databricks re:Mix Party with NVIDIA on December 3 from 6:00-10:00pm PT, the Communications, Media, and Entertainment Industry Happy Hour on December 2 from 6:00-8:00pm PT, and the Tech Innovator Happy Hour on December 4 from 6:00-8:00pm PT. Each event offers a relaxed setting to meet other professionals and continue data and AI conversations.

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