Google Developer Groups (GDG) Islamabad is gearing up to host Google I/O Extended 2025, a flagship two-day technology event that brings the spirit of Google’s global innovation showcase to the heart of Pakistan.
Scheduled for July 12 and 13, the event will unfold across two major venues: Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi, and Innovista Mall, Main Defense Avenue, promising a deep dive into emerging technologies with a regional lens.
With the Middle East and Asia witnessing exponential growth in tech entrepreneurship and digital transformation, the timing and relevance of Google I/O Extended Islamabad could not be more fitting.
Spotlight on AI, Cloud, and Developer Community
Focused on cutting-edge discussions around Artificial Intelligence, Android, Web, and Cloud technologies, the event is designed to serve a broad audience—from early-stage developers to seasoned professionals. Attendees will gain access to technical talks, code labs, live demos, and hands-on workshops, all tailored to upskill participants and foster professional networking.
Saad Hamid, a well-known figure in the regional developer ecosystem and a Regional Lead at Google, will headline the event as keynote speaker, sharing forward-looking insights into technology’s evolving role in our daily lives.
Learning, Innovation, and Community Connection
Speaking on the event’s purpose, Umar Nazir, Co-Manager of GDG Islamabad, emphasized the critical importance of staying ahead in the AI race. “We’ve reached a point where learning about AI is no longer optional, it’s an absolute necessity. You can either embrace it and thrive, or risk being left behind.”
This year’s I/O Extended is more than a learning platform—it’s a celebration of innovation and community building. With its immersive workshops and collaborative sessions, the event aims to nurture a regional hub of tech excellence.
Digital Amplification and Regional Impact
The event also brings strategic collaboration with Optimize Digital, an Islamabad-based media and communications firm, as the official Digital & Coverage Partner.
Imran Ghazali, CEO of Optimize Digital, shared his enthusiasm: “We are glad to be joining Google I/O Extended as the official Digital & Coverage partner and will do our best to highlight and amplify the key learnings from the event, so it creates a wider impact.”
This partnership underscores the event’s goal of broadening access to knowledge and innovation across the digital ecosystem, particularly in underrepresented tech markets of Asia and the Middle East.
Event Details
Day 1
📅 Saturday, July 12, 2025
📍 Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi
🕘 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Day 2
📅 Sunday, July 13, 2025
📍 Innovista Mall, Main Defense Avenue
🕘 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
👉 Register now: Google I/O Extended 2025 Registration
Why attend Google I/O Extended 2025?
Beyond global product updates and trend analyses, attendees will benefit from:
- Real-world coding exercises through guided code labs
- Peer-to-peer networking with regional tech leaders and Google Developer Experts (GDEs)
- Interactive, localized workshops tailored to the needs of South Asian and Middle Eastern developers
- Opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and career growth