Keeping It Local: Building an LLM in Your Own Key – BSidesSF 2026

Conduct your own AI symphony! Learn to build and tune a private, local LLM that performs securely on your own stage. From setup to optimization, see how open-source tools let you make your data sing, efficiently, privately, and in your own key.

WSC Workshop | Intro to Working with AI & LLMs

How can working with AI language models enhance your cybersecurity skills? This introductory workshop with the Women’s Society of Cyberjutsu breaks down the basics of AI and large language models (LLMs) in a way that’s accessible to beginners.

BSides San Diego | Keeping Things Local – Making Your Own Private LLM

Want a private, secure AI assistant without relying on OpenAI, Microsoft, or Anthropic? This hands-on workshop teaches you how to set up, customize, and optimize a local LLM using open-source tools. Step-by-step demos will guide you through installation, fine-tuning, and best practices for efficiency and privacy. Take control of your AI – your data, your rules. 🚀