Cursor Meetup Ottawa v2

Using AI Coding Tools to Create Slide Decks Quickly and Beautifully

Joe (Beiqiao) Hu

Joe (Beiqiao) Hu

Master of Engineering: Technology Innovation Management

Cursor Meetup Ottawa v2

Date

July 17th, 2025, Thursday

Time

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

Location

Room NI 3030 in the Nicol Building

Speaker

Joe (Beiqiao) Hu

Join us for an evening of innovation, networking, and exciting discussions about AI-powered development tools

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Agenda

01

Evolution of AI Coding Tools

02

Key Personal Realization

03

Step-by-Step Guide

04

Practical Implementation

05

Real-World Examples

06

Future Considerations

Let's dive into the world of AI-powered development

The Evolution of AI Coding Tools

From simple chatbots to intelligent coding companions that understand your unique development style

2022

ChatGPT Era

AI that could understand and generate code through conversation, marking the beginning of AI-assisted programming.

2023

GitHub Copilot

Code completion directly in your IDE, transforming from chat-based assistance to real-time coding companion.

2024

Cursor/Windsurf

AI-native editors that understand your entire codebase, enabling context-aware development workflows.

2024+

Current State

"Vibe coding" - AI that adapts to your coding style and preferences, creating truly personalized development experiences.

Ready to experience the future of coding?

The Realization

"AI coding tools don't replace developers—they amplify our creativity and free us to focus on solving the problems that truly matter."

The moment I stopped seeing AI as a threat and started seeing it as a powerful collaborator, everything changed. It's not about the code it writes—it's about the thinking it enables.

Step-by-Step Guide

Follow our comprehensive guide to achieve success with your project from start to finish

01

Content Preparation

Organize your ideas and materials before starting. Create clear outlines and gather all necessary resources.

Define your target audience and goals
Create a content outline and structure
Gather all assets and resources needed
Set clear success metrics
02

Using Tools Effectively

Leverage the right tools and techniques to maximize productivity and quality of your output.

Choose appropriate tools for your workflow
Learn keyboard shortcuts and best practices
Automate repetitive tasks where possible
Integrate tools for seamless collaboration
03

Refining Prompts

Iterate and improve your approach through testing, feedback, and continuous refinement.

Test different approaches and variations
Gather feedback from stakeholders
Analyze performance and optimize
Document what works for future use
04

Hosting & Deployment

Launch your project with confidence using proper deployment strategies and monitoring.

Choose the right hosting platform
Set up proper monitoring and analytics
Implement security best practices
Plan for scalability and maintenance
Pro tip: Follow these steps in order for best results
Thank You

Let's Build the Future Together

We've covered the fundamentals, explored the possibilities, and outlined the roadmap. Now it's time to take action and transform ideas into reality.

Key Takeaways

Innovation First

Embrace cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to stay ahead of the curve and deliver exceptional user experiences.

Collaborative Growth

Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning to build stronger teams and more resilient products.

Execution Excellence

Focus on quality implementation and measurable results to ensure sustainable success and continuous improvement.

Next Steps

1

Review the Materials

Access the presentation slides and additional resources to reinforce your understanding.

2

Join the Community

Connect with fellow practitioners and continue the conversation beyond today.

3

Implement & Iterate

Start applying these concepts in your projects and share your experiences.

4

Stay Connected

Follow along for updates, new insights, and upcoming events.

Resources

Let's Connect

Joe (Beiqiao) Hu

Joe (Beiqiao) Hu

Master of Engineering: Technology Innovation Management

Thank you for your time and attention. Looking forward to our continued collaboration.

Questions? Feel free to reach out anytime. Let's build something amazing together.

Joe (Beiqiao) Hu
Joe (Beiqiao) Hu
Master of Engineering: TIM
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