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Tech Thursday @ Harrisonburg Innovation Hub
Thu, Jul 02
|Harrisonburg
Bring your curiosity and geek out with us for a technical deep dive and open discussion!
Time & Location
Jul 02, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
Harrisonburg, 25 N Liberty St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802, USA
About the event
It’s Tech Thursday! Join us for an evening of conversation, collaboration, and curiosity. Enjoy good food and drinks while connecting with local professionals and exploring the latest developments in tech. Each week offers a new topic, a fresh perspective, and an open space for meaningful discussion.
“You're Absolutely Right!” Giving LLMs a Backbone
November 6 | 4:30–5:30 PM | Harrisonburg Innovation Hub
LLMs (Large Language Models) are powerful, but at their core, they are stochastic, meaning their outputs are based on probability, not precision. So how can we make AI more reliable in real-world systems?
This week, Dan Funk, CEO of SpiffWorks, will introduce BPMN, a deterministic diagramming notation that gives LLMs a clear, rule-based structure. He will unpack why so many generative AI pilots fail, explore where LLMs can be used effectively, and give a live demonstration of what happens when you charge an LLM with communication while keeping…