An Introduction To Calgary DeepRacer
Our mission is to make programming and machine learning more accessible to everyone with the end goal to expand nationally and internationally.
Ever wanted to learn machine learning in a hands-on environment, such as on a race track? Time to get out and have some fun! If you’re looking for a memorable way to learn machine learning, DeepRacer Calgary is the place for you. DeepRacer Calgary is the world's only collegiate, autonomous racing league run out of the University of Calgary.
- Learn the fundamentals of reinforcement learning.
- Become more attractive to potential employers.
- Make once in a lifetime memories (and possibly win prizes).
DeepRacer Calgary is a student-led initiative that strives to enable and empower individuals to learn about the applications of machine learning (ML). It is Canada’s first autonomous racing league for students. Using reinforcement learning (RL), an advanced ML technique, students will develop models to compete for the fastest lap time. Through workshops, the fundamentals of RL will be introduced, paving the path for further advancements and greater career opportunities.
Create a Model
Design your own reward function based off of fundamental reinforcement learning concepts
Train a Model
Allow your model to train in a virtual environment and watch it grow in real time
Race a Model
Put your model to the test on a real-life track against other competitors
Why Join
What DeepRacer Calgary offers to our members
Machine Learning
Workshops on how to do machine learning, and more specifically reinforcement learning
Join DeepRacer Calgary
Want to race? Join DeepRacer Calgary and learn how to build, test, and race your own reinforcement learning model!
Join NowOur Team
The team dedicated to bringing you DeepRacer Calgary
President
Aleksander Berezowski
Marketing AdvisorHeyo, I’m Aleks! I’m a Software Engineering student at the UofC with a passion for automation and robotics! Outside of school, I love martial arts and cosplay!
Communications
Amy McDowell
Vice President CommunicationsHi there, my name is Amy McDowell, and I am a communications and media major studying at UofC. Outside of school I am a lifeguard and a swim teacher!
Kazi Muttakin
Vice President CommunicationsHello! My name is Kazi, and I am a third year Electrical Engineering student at UofC with a computer minor. Outside of studies, I love helping out my juniors and enjoy making tutorial videos for them.
Marketing
Elizabeth Pretorius
Vice President MarketingHi, I’m Elizabeth! I’m studying Chemical Engineering minoring in Energy and the Environment at the UofC. I’m currently doing my internship at Suncor. Also, I love all things outdoors!
Operations
Iraj Akbar
Vice President OperationsHey, I’m Iraj! I’m a second year Software Engineering student. School and swimming are what I’m up to for most hours of the day but I absolutely love my time in the outdoors!
Hangyul
Vice President OperationsHello! I'm Hangyul and I'm a first-year engineering student at U of C. I love photography and all things steno.
Academic
Ben
Vice President AcademicHello there, my name is Ben! I’m an Electrical Engineering student with a minor in Digital Engineering at U of C who loves all things math
External
Dillon
Vice President ExternalHey, my name is Dillon! I’m studying Software Engineering with a minor in Computer Science at the UofC. I’m a huge 3D printing and EV enthusiast.
Finance
Simon Xu
Vice President FinanceHHello, I am Simon and I’m an aspiring first year who wants to do electrical with mech minor. I look forward to this upcoming semester.
Events
Nicole
Vice President EventsHello, my name is Nicole! I’m studying Geomatics engineering with a minor in Digital Engineering at U of C.
Maheen
Events CommissionerI’m Maheen, and I’m very excited to join the DeepRacer team. I’m in my second year of Software Engineering with a minor in Mechatronics.
Najifa
Events CommissionerHi, I’m Najifa! I’m in my second year of Electrical Engineering. I love spontaneous plans and new experiences!
Sponsorship Tiers
Want to financially support DeepRacer Calgary? Below is a high level overview of our sponsorship tiers and a downloadable, in-depth sponsorship package. Please note our team will accommodate additional and custom requests!
Good
$500 / year
- Student Resumes
- Race Invitations
- Logo On Branding
- Distribute Items at Events
- Event Shout Outs
- Industry Panel Seat
- Logo On Merch
- Keynote Speech at Events
- Named Event Action
- Car Wrap
Better
$2000 / year
- Student Resumes
- Race Invitations
- Logo On Branding
- Distribute Items at Events
- Event Shout Outs
- Industry Panel Seat
- Logo On Merch
- Keynote Speech at Events
- Named Event Action
- Car Wrap
Best
$4000 / year
- Student Resumes
- Race Invitations
- Logo On Branding
- Distribute Items at Events
- Event Shout Outs
- Industry Panel Seat
- Logo On Merch
- Keynote Speech at Events
- Named Event Action
- Car Wrap
Photos
Check out some of the fun activities we have in store!
- All
- Winter Final 2023
- SU and Get-Together
See more photos at our gallery!
Visit our Gallery
Want to see more photos? Come and visit the gallery section to see more of what we do!
See GalleryContact Us
Our Address
622 Collegiate Pl NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4V8
Email Us
deepracer.ucalgary@gmail.com