Getting Started with OpenClaw: Workshop

Build and deploy your first OpenClaw agent from scratch in this beginner-friendly workshop—no prior agent framework experience needed.

​In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll take your first step into the agentic era by building and deploying your very own OpenClaw agent—from scratch. This session is designed to demystify agents and give you a clear, hands-on path from idea to working system. No prior experience with agent frameworks is required—just basic familiarity with development concepts and a desire to build.

​What You’ll Do:

1) Understand What Makes an Agent
2) Install OpenClaw
3) Build & Deploy Your First Agent

​TechEquity AI invites you to an afternoon of applied AI learning and hands-on building at NOVAworks, located in Sunnyvale City Hall.

​This session is part of the TechEquity Ai Monthly Forum Series, combining strategic insights and real-world use cases from industry leaders, alongside technical workshops and live demonstrations.

Speakers

​​Dave Nielsen — Head of Community, AI Alliance (IBM)

Highly motivated and results-oriented Developer Relations professional with 20 years in open source, databases, devops, payments and AI, and now 1 year in generative AI. Proven ability to build and manage vibrant, engaging developer communities, drive developer adoption of cloud products, and foster strategic partnerships within the developer ecosystem. Skilled in community building, presenting technical topics, communication and content creation. Passionate about developer experience and success.

Program details are subject to change.

2:00–2:30 PM | Registration

​Check in.

​2:30–4:00 PM | AI Agent Workshop

​Bring your laptop to the workshop.

​4:00–5:00 PM | Networking

​Grab a drink, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow attendees before the program begins.

​Who Should Attend

• ​Developers and engineers exploring applied AI and agent-based systems
• ​Startup founders building AI-powered products
• ​Students and career-transition professionals looking to deepen hands-on AI experience
• ​Anyone interested in practical, responsible approaches to modern AI development

​Important Details

• ​Format: In-person, technical and hands-on
• ​What to Bring: Please bring a laptop for workshops and demos
• ​Code of Conduct: This event follows TechEquity Ai’s community code of conduct to ensure a respectful, inclusive environment for all participants

​Event Info

​🎟️ Registration: RSVP required (limited capacity)

​🍽️🪑 F&B and Seating: Limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis
🏢 Venue: NOVAworks, located in Sunnyvale City Hall
📍 Address: 456 W Olive Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
🚗Parking: Self-park in the garage next to the building

About the Event Organizer

​TechEquity Ai is a nonprofit organization dedicated to democratizing access to artificial intelligence (AI) knowledge and applications.

​Our flagship initiative is the TechEquity Ai Summit, a series of high-impact events designed to foster innovation, broad participation, and education in AI. In addition to the Summit, TechEquity Ai hosts a Monthly Forum Series to keep the community engaged year-round through ongoing learning, networking, and hands-on exploration of emerging AI tools and ideas.

​Across our programs, we bring together builders, leaders, and learners through keynotes, panels, fireside chats, hands-on workshops, and interactive demos.

​To learn more about TechEquity Ai and our programs, visit techequity-ai.org or reach out to us at info@techequity-ai.org.