Past Events
A look back at the programs and initiatives that have shaped AI Driven Sri Lanka's journey so far.
Inside AI 3.0 - AI That Actually Makes Money
In collaboration with Codimite, Inside AI 3.0 tackled the business side of artificial intelligence, focusing on 'AI that actually makes money'. The session provided actionable insights on building profitable AI products, monetization strategies, and delivering tangible ROI through AI-driven business models.
Experience Includes
- AI ROI measurement
- Monetization strategies
- Profitable AI products
- Industry collaboration with Codimite

Inside AI 2.0 - AI Agents & Automated Systems
Inside AI 2.0 partnered with Virtusa to delve deep into the world of AI agents and automated systems. Participants learned how intelligent agentic workflows and advanced automation are revolutionizing enterprise efficiency and modern software architecture.
Experience Includes
- Agentic workflows
- Advanced enterprise automation
- Modern software architecture
- Industry collaboration with Virtusa

Inside AI 1.0 - AI Research and Innovation
Hosted in collaboration with WSO2, Inside AI 1.0 explored the frontiers of AI research and innovation. The session highlighted breakthrough methodologies and how leading tech companies translate cutting-edge AI research into scalable industry solutions.
Experience Includes
- Breakthrough AI methodologies
- Translating research to solutions
- Scalable industry applications
- Industry collaboration with WSO2

AI Challenge 2026
AI Challenge 2026 was a national-level AI innovation program designed to develop practical, measurable, real-world AI solutions. Unlike ordinary hackathons, this challenge followed a structured, multi-phase model with mentorship, adversarial testing, refinement cycles, and a physical final round. The event successfully focused on building industry-ready skills through real-world problem-solving and team-based innovation.
Experience Includes
- Problem identification to final pitching
- Team collaboration & mentorship
- Prototype development & testing
- Real-world challenges with industry focus
- Hands-on AI development
- Final National Showcase

Sri Lanka AI Challenge 2025
Sri Lanka AI Challenge was a key initiative under IEEE Challenge Sphere SL, designed to provide a structured pathway for participants to gain hands-on experience and strengthen their skills in AI technologies through a series of workshops and a competitive hackathon.
Experience Includes
- Structured workshop series
- Competitive hackathon
- Hands-on AI experience
- IEEE-backed certification

AI Com Talk 2025
The AI-Driven SL Community Talk Series was a flagship initiative by AI Driven SL, organized together with IEEE Student Branches from leading Sri Lankan universities to promote AI knowledge sharing and practical learning.
Experience Includes
- University collaborations
- Industry expert sessions
- Knowledge sharing
- Practical AI learning

Sri Lanka AI Forum 2024
As a cornerstone event of the YPSL Summit 2024, the Sri Lanka AI Forum convened a panel of industry pioneers for an expert discussion on leveraging Generative AI to enhance work and learning efficiency. Moderated by Heminda Jayaweera, the forum featured a distinguished lineup of innovators from leading tech companies including Nagarro, 99x, PickMe, Zone 24x7, IFS, Microsoft, and Sysco Labs SL.
Experience Includes
- Industry panel discussion
- Generative AI focus
- Leading tech companies
- Expert moderation
