The PRESTIGE Event Series, organized by the IEEE CIS Student Branch Chapter of IIT, was a premier initiative aimed at advancing knowledge, collaboration, and innovation in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. The series opened with Workshop 01 – Unveiling the Truth About AI by Mr. Ashan Priyadarshana (Sysco LABS), where participants explored the real-world impact of AI and ML while dispelling common misconceptions. Workshop 02 – Building Smarter AI followed, led by Mr. Prasan Ratnayake (Zone24x7), offering practical insights into Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Flowise & LangChain for enhanced AI solutions.

Continuing the momentum, the AI Meetup brought together professionals and students at Hatch Works Auditorium, featuring Ms. Aloka (Axiata Digital Labs) on how Large Language Models learn to think, and Mr. Ashan Priyadarshana on building AI-driven analytics solutions, paired with valuable networking opportunities. The series concluded with the Final Forum, where leading experts — Mr. Isuru Alagiyawanna, Mr. Sanjaya Elvitigala, Mr. K.D. Jayakody, Mr. Roy Ian, and Mr. Newan Vinthusa — shared their insights on the future of AI, moderated by Ms. Aloka Gunasekara, offering a diverse perspective on industry trends and innovation.

The AI Talk – Workshop 1, conducted by Mr. Mahesh Kavinda (Gantner Instruments SEA), explored cutting-edge AI and IoT innovations, including industrial applications, AI-powered business insights, and cybersecurity in smart factories, giving participants a comprehensive view of the technological landscape.

Through initiatives like the PRESTIGE Event Series and The AI Talk, the IEEE CIS Student Branch Chapter of IIT successfully created platforms for knowledge exchange, skill development, and industry-academia collaboration, inspiring participants to engage with emerging AI and IoT technologies while preparing them for the future of intelligent systems.