Tech Edge 2026: Full Schedule

10:40am CDT

From Prompts to Processes: Building Agentic Systems with LLMs

Wednesday June 10, 2026 10:40am - 11:20am CDT

Despite the fear around AI replacing jobs, the reality is far more practical: the people who learn to work with AI will replace those who don’t. This talk explores how to design and build agentic systems using LLMs and orchestration tools. Attendees will learn how multi-agent workflows differ from traditional automation, how agents collaborate to complete complex tasks, and how to implement practical, real-world AI systems that move beyond chat interfaces into true operational use.

Speakers

Alan Wamser

Director of Cybersecurity and Infrastructure, HaysMed

Wednesday June 10, 2026 10:40am - 11:20am CDT
Room 207

Breakout Session

11:30am CDT

VoIP Landscape In 2026 & Beyond

Wednesday June 10, 2026 11:30am - 12:10pm CDT

Room 207

Technology Available:
Cloud-based VoIP systems, 5G-enabled communication, AI-driven analytics, video conferencing, mobile VoIP, unified communications platforms.

Regulations:
Compliance with ADA Regulations, data privacy regulations, cybersecurity and quality standards as well as emergency calling requirements.

Competitive Landscape:
Major players landscape, and emerging VoIP providers. Market driven by AI integration, unified communications, softphone adoption, and cloud migration.

Speakers

DARREN WALTERS

Sales Engineer, NEX-TECH

Darren Walters leverages his 30+ years of technology experience to assist organizations across the Midwest in the planning, strategy, design, and implementation of leading edge Telcom and infrastructure solutions. He is an industry leader in VoIP services development, as well as nearly... Read More →

Wednesday June 10, 2026 11:30am - 12:10pm CDT
Room 207

Breakout Session

1:30pm CDT

Kubestronaut or Bust: A Hands-On Path to Kubernetes home lab with a Raspberry Pi

Wednesday June 10, 2026 1:30pm - 2:10pm CDT

Room 207

This session demonstrates how to build a production-inspired Kubernetes homelab using Raspberry Pi 5 hardware, designed specifically for hands-on learning and certification-level practice. Attendees will see how inexpensive, low-power devices can be transformed into a fully functional Kubernetes cluster that mirrors the challenges of enterprise environments without relying on cloud services.

Whether your goal is Kubernetes certification, deeper operational understanding, or building a serious homelab for experimentation, this talk provides a clear, practical roadmap for turning a Raspberry Pi cluster into a launchpad for Kubernetes mastery.

Speakers