Two weeks to go until Bath Digital Festival

The countdown begins as the highly anticipated Bath Digital Festival gears up to bring people and technology together for an exciting five-day exploration of the thriving tech and digital scene in Bath. Taking place from July 10 to July 14, across various locations in the city, The Bath Digital Festival is curated by techSPARK, the information hub for all things tech in the West of England.

This year’s event looks set to captivate and inspire attendees, across the week, attendees will delve into discussions on cutting-edge topics such as the transformative power of AI, the fusion of physical and simulated realities, and the future of work.

While boasting an impressive roster of participants, featuring renowned international brands like Google Digital Garage and BT, alongside remarkable local organizations such as Storm Consultancy and Agilebase. The event provides a platform for its attendees to discover, interact, and engage with industry leaders as well as the latest innovations, the chance to develop skills and expand professional networks.

This year’s festival features an already impressive line-up of thought leaders, industry experts and panels include What can AI do for you? An exploratory session from MysticAI and Rocketmakers, on the latest advances in artificial intelligence and their impact on creativity in modern society.

Leading no-code CRM platform, Agilebase, will present a session entitled Build your own CRM – no coding skills required, in which participants can learn about creating their own scratch-built CRM system to plan resources and track projects, with no previous coding skill required to attend.

Award-winning coding Bootcamp, iO Academy will host an introductory session to programming and software development, where those involved can get their first taste of HTML, CSS and JavaScript while they build a computer game in the process.

This is but a taste of what’s to come, as Ben Shorrock, managing director of techSPARK, explains:

 “We’re incredibly excited by this bleeding-edge programme and with more elements still being confirmed, it’s only going to get more exciting.

“This year’s Bath Digital Festival will see an amalgamation of talent and expertise that will spark meaningful conversations, showcase ground-breaking technologies, and collectively shape the future of the digital landscape here in the West of England.”

Each day of the festival revolves around a distinctive theme, ensuring a diverse range of discussions and experiences for attendees:

MONDAY, CURIOSITY - Explore the future and venture into new worlds, where science fiction becomes reality. Discover the innovative ways old technology can be repurposed and embrace exciting new solutions that are shaping the future today.

TUESDAY, CREATIVITY - Celebrate the power of storytelling and examine how our relationship with audiences is evolving in the digital age. Engage with visionary ideas, showcase inventive solutions, and embrace the boundless possibilities of creativity.

WEDNESDAY, COLLABORATION - Harness the collective power of collaboration and witness how a united tech community can drive positive change. Challenge conventional thinking, support one another, and participate in an enriching dialogue to build a stronger future together.

THURSDAY, CRITICAL THINKING & CELEBRATION - Establish the foundations for a technological revolution by exploring visionary strategies and addressing the challenges that lie ahead. Engage in deep discussions, debate solutions, and celebrate the achievements of the digital community.

FRIDAY, CLIMATE - Focus on building a better world by addressing the impact of technology on our environment. From personal choices to global conversations, uncover the steps we can take today to ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for all.