AI Workshop: Set up your AI agent vs Claude | Hosted by Elisa and Sanjay
- Date
- 2026-05-02
- Location
- دبي, دبي, United Arab Emirates
- Host
- Arts DAO
About this event
If you have been curious about AI agents but want something more hands-on than another high-level talk, this workshop is built for you. AI Workshop: Set up your AI agent vs Claude brings people together in Dubai for a practical, in-person session focused on how autonomous AI tools actually work, how they compare to Claude-style workflows, and how to start using them in a way that feels useful rather than overwhelming. This is a community-driven meetup with a clear purpose: help you move from interest to action. Whether you are experimenting for work, building side projects, or simply trying to understand where AI autonomy fits into the bigger picture, you will leave with a more grounded sense of what these systems can do, where they are strong, and how to approach setting one up for yourself. About the Event This event is hosted by Elisa and Sanjay and designed as an in-person workshop rather than a passive presentation. The focus is on learning through explanation, comparison, and discussion, with space to ask practical questions and connect with other people who are exploring similar ideas. At the center of the session is a timely topic: the difference between using a model like Claude directly and setting up an AI agent that can act with more autonomy. That comparison matters because many people have used AI for prompting and chat, but far fewer have had the chance to understand how agent-based workflows change the experience. You can expect a format that balances clarity with interaction. Instead of assuming deep prior knowledge, the workshop is well suited to people who want a better framework for thinking about AI tools, how they operate, and when an agent setup makes sense. Because this is also a meetup, there is a strong community angle. You are not just coming to absorb information; you are also stepping into a room with other curious builders, professionals, and AI enthusiasts who are actively figuring out what practical adoption looks like right now. What to Expect The session will likely begin by establishing a shared baseline: what an AI agent is, how it differs from a single-model assistant interaction, and why autonomy has become such a central topic in applied AI. This kind of framing is especially useful if you have seen the term everywhere but want a more concrete understanding. From there, the workshop will center on setup and comparison. Expect discussion around the logic of configuring an agent workflow versus relying on a tool like Claude in a more direct way, including the kinds of tasks each approach is best suited for and the tradeoffs involved. You should also expect the event to include interactive moments such as: Practical walkthroughs or demonstrations that make agent concepts easier to grasp Discussion of real use cases across work, experimentation, or personal productivity Q&A with the hosts so you can clarify where agent setups are helpful and where they may add complexity Networking with other attendees interested in AI, autonomy, and implementation Because this is in person, one of the biggest advantages is the ability to ask follow-up questions in real time and compare notes with people at different stages of experience. That often makes the learning much more concrete than reading online threads or watching a remote session alone. Why Attend There is a big gap between hearing about AI agents and understanding how to use them thoughtfully. This workshop helps close that gap by giving you a more practical lens on autonomy, setup decisions, and the differences between conversational AI use and agent-based systems. If you are evaluating tools for work, this event can help you think more clearly about where AI belongs in your workflow. If you are building something yourself, it can sharpen your understanding of how to approach architecture, task design, and user expectations. And if you are simply AI-curious, it will give you a more informed starting point than broad online hype. A second reason to attend is the quality of the room. AI meetups are often most valuable not only because of the content, but because of the conversations around it. You may meet people experimenting with similar tools, facing similar constraints, or spotting opportunities you have not yet considered. You will likely leave with: A clearer understanding of AI agents vs direct Claude-style use Better intuition for when autonomy is useful and when it is unnecessary Practical context you can apply to workflows, projects, or further learning New connections in the Dubai AI and builder community Practical Details This is an in-person event in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, which makes it especially well suited for attendees who value real conversation, live questions, and local community. If you learn best by being in the room, this format will be a strong fit. The workshop takes place on Saturday, May 2 at 12:00 PM GMT+4. A midday Saturday slot makes it accessible for people who want to spend part of the weekend learning something current and useful without turning it into a full-day commitment. Given the workshop and meetup format, it is worth arriving ready to engage. Come with questions, examples from your own work, or even uncertainty about where to start. That kind of curiosity is exactly what makes sessions like this valuable. If AI, autonomy, and practical experimentation are already on your radar, this is a smart room to be in. You will get clearer on the technology, compare approaches in a grounded way, and meet others who are taking the subject seriously enough to show up in person.
Who should attend
This will be a strong fit if you want practical clarity on AI tools, not just headlines or theory. - You have used AI assistants before and want to understand what changes when you move from simple prompting to a more autonomous agent setup. - You are a builder, operator, founder, or product-minded professional exploring how AI could support workflows, research, task execution, or experimentation. - You are curious about **Claude vs AI agents** and want a more grounded comparison of capabilities, limits, and real-world use cases. - You learn best in a live setting where you can ask questions, hear how other people are approaching the same problem, and test your assumptions in conversation. - You want to connect with people in Dubai who are actively interested in AI, autonomy, and practical implementation rather than abstract trend talk. - You do not need to be an expert. If you are motivated, thoughtful, and ready to engage with the topic seriously, you are likely to get a lot from this session.