Who is organising "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?

"Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) is organised by Scotland MLOps Community. You can find more of their events on Rifio.

How many people are attending "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?

80 people have registered so far out of 80 available spots.

How do I register for "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?

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"Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)

Name: "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)
Start: 2026-05-13T17:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-13T19:30:00+00:00
Location: Skyscanner, 15 Lauriston Pl, Edinburgh EH3 9EN, UK

Tonight we’ll be hearing from:

Rachel Willmer on "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting".

From Rachel:

What if you could run capable AI models on your own hardware, with complete control over your data?

I did exactly that. I built a working AI system from scratch using open-source models and local hardware. No cloud APIs, no subscription fees, no data leaving my network.

Why go to the effort? I didn't want my data in someone else's cloud, I didn't want to pay per token, and I wanted to know exactly what was running where.

TL/DR: security, privacy, cost

In this talk I'll show what I built, how I use it day-to-day, and how I keep it secure while accessing it remotely. I'll cover the practical steps so you can evaluate whether self-hosting makes sense for you.

I'll also share where I'm taking it next, including a question I'm exploring: could Scotland's surplus green energy create economic value by powering AI compute at the point of generation?

About me: I have spent 40+ years designing, building, and fixing Internet systems; in startups, enterprise, government, and open-source. Perpetually curious about the New New Thing.

I'm currently exploring Agentic AI, with a particular interest in self-hosted systems that can work entirely offline.

Specialisms:

New tech: where everything is so new no-one quite knows how it's going to workOld legacy: where everything is so old no-one understands how it ever did work

We will be hosted again this evening by Skyscanner, who are also sponsoring 🍕and 🍻. Many thanks!

Plan for the evening:

18:00: doors open18:00 → 19:00: chat / pizza19:00 → 20:00: talks + q/a20:00 → 20:30: tidy-up / head to nearby bar20:30: event close

About "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) in Edinburgh

"Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) is a free independent taking place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at Skyscanner, 15 Lauriston Pl, Edinburgh EH3 9EN, UK, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. This independent is organised by Scotland MLOps Community. Attendance is free — register to secure your spot. Currently 80 people have registered out of 80 spots. The event runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

"Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) — key details

Date:: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time:: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Europe/London)
Duration:: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Location:: Skyscanner, 15 Lauriston Pl, Edinburgh EH3 9EN, UK, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Price:: Free
Format:: In-person
Organiser:: Scotland MLOps Community
Attending:: 80 registered

What to expect at "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)

Join this independent over 2 hours and 30 minutes for an engaging session of learning, discussion, and networking with fellow attendees.

Who should attend "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?

This independent in Edinburgh is ideal for:

AI and machine learning enthusiasts and practitioners
startup founders, entrepreneurs, and venture professionals

Why attend?

Free to attend — no financial commitment required
Join 80+ other attendees in a vibrant community gathering

Edinburgh event — May 2026

This evening independent is part of the growing events scene in Edinburgh. Whether you're based in Edinburgh or visiting for the independent, it's a great opportunity to connect with the local community. Browse more upcoming events in Edinburgh on Rifio.

Topics and categories

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Frequently asked questions about "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)

When is "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?: "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) takes place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM (Europe/London).
Where is "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) held?: "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) takes place at Skyscanner, 15 Lauriston Pl, Edinburgh EH3 9EN, UK, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
How much does "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) cost?: "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) is free to attend. Register on the event page to secure your spot.
Who is organising "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?: "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) is organised by Scotland MLOps Community. You can find more of their events on Rifio.
How many people are attending "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?: 80 people have registered so far out of 80 available spots.
How do I register for "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?: You can register for "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) through the original event page on Luma. Click the "View on Luma" button above, or save it to your Rifio account to get reminders.
How long is "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026)?: "Roll Your Own AI: Adventures in Self-Hosting" (MLOps Meetup May 2026) runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM (Europe/London).